The Division of Elementary and Secondary Education has released the competitive Stronger Connections Mini-Grant application for high-need LEAs.

The competitive Stronger Connections Mini-Grant aims to provide additional funding for LEAs to develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive approach that prioritizes physical and emotional safety for their unique school community (SEC. 4108 [20 U.S.C. 7118]). Awarded LEAs will receive access to $55,000 for activities and practices that promote safe and supportive learning environments by prioritizing safety, creating a sense of belonging, and teaching positive behaviors in order to improve academic achievement and the well-being of all students. All grant expenditures must supplement, not supplant.

APPLICATION

Please use The Stronger Connections Mini-Grant link for information regarding grant details, scoring rubric and directions for completing the application. The completed application should be emailed to tim.bullington@ade.arkansas.gov.