RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina has officially received more than $130 million in federal education funding that had been previously frozen, according to a joint statement released today by the State Board of Education Chair and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Funding Details and Impact
The released funds include allocations from several key federal Title programs:
- Title I-C funding
- Title II-A funding
- Title III-A funding
- Title IV-A funding
These resources will support a wide range of educational initiatives across the state’s public school system.
How the Funds Will Be Used
The restored federal funding will enable North Carolina schools to implement several critical programs and services:
English Language Learning: Resources will support English language instruction for students who need additional language development assistance.
Professional Development: The funding will provide professional development opportunities for thousands of teachers throughout the state.
Migratory Student Services: Specialized services will be available for students from migratory families who face unique educational challenges.
Academic Enrichment: Schools will be able to expand academic enrichment programs to enhance student learning opportunities.
State education officials expressed relief at the resolution of the funding delay. The officials noted that while the delay created unnecessary uncertainty, they can now focus on what matters most — providing excellent educational opportunities for all North Carolina public school students.
The officials also acknowledged the advocacy efforts that helped secure the release of these funds, expressing appreciation for all who advocated for the release of these funds.
Moving Forward
With the funding now available, North Carolina’s public school system can proceed with planned programs and initiatives that had been on hold during the federal freeze. The release of these funds is expected to have an immediate positive impact on students and educators across the state.
The U.S. Department of Education provided official notification of the fund release, ending a period of uncertainty for schools that had been counting on these resources for their educational programs.
