UPDATE ON FEDERAL FUNDING

On June 30, the U.S. Department of Education notified state education agencies that funding for several key federal education programs is under review and that Grant Award Notifications (GANs) would not be issued on July 1, as is customary. The programs affected include: 

• Title II, Part A – Supporting Effective Instruction 

• Title IV, Part A – Student Support and Academic Enrichment 

• Title IV, Part B – 21st Century Community Learning Centers 

These programs are essential to Oregon’s efforts to support multilingual learners and migratory students, provide professional development for educators, and expand access to afterschool and summer learning opportunities. 

ODE's Response

Governor Kotek has directed the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) to work closely with school districts, local education agencies, and other partners to analyze the immediate and long-term impacts of the decision to not issue GANs for the Title programs. ODE is taking the following steps to support districts and advocate for timely resolution: 

• Collaborating with Key Partners: Working with the Governor’s Office, Oregon Department of Justice, national organizations, and other states. 

• Gathering Information: Monitoring federal guidance and legal interpretations to understand the scope and implications of the delay. 

• Assessing Impact: Identifying both immediate and long-term effects on districts, programs, and students

*More information will be forthcoming as PPS works with the Oregon Department of Education on next steps.