State leaders want $250M for summertime programs for kids
Funding proposal targets enrichment activities to help children recover from social, academic impacts of COVID-19
A $250 million funding proposal announced Monday, March 8, by Gov. Kate Brown s office aims to address the social, emotional and academic needs of kids amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The spending plan is targeted at helping kids recover from the isolation and learning loss impacts of school closures and social distancing mandates.
As written, the funds would pay for grants in five specific investment areas: summer enrichment programs; recreational activities; academic support; childcare services and early learning summertime support programs.
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