THEC in cooperation with the Department of Finance and Administration will oversee administration of funds. These grants will be available to cover expenses associated with implementing social distancing and technological improvements for distance learning. This initiative focuses $20 million in grants to public and nonprofit private higher education institutions for Coronavirus Relief Fund including 2-year (TBR) and 4-year public and private (TICUA) institutions.
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More information regarding K-12 grants, including how to apply for the funding, will be provided directly by the Tennessee Department of Education to districts through their ePlan login. The Tennessee Department of Education will launch a noncompetitive grant program managed through TDOE ePlan that allows for a match program.
These grants support district device strategies as necessary components to implement distance learning. Reopening grants are noncompetitive grants to support cohorts of districts with continuous learning plan implementation throughout the year in amounts ranging from $25,000 – $150,000 each. LEA Reopening and Programmatic Supports – $11 million
An additional $50 million will be made available to support technology grants that can be used on wi-fi devices, laptops, or any other devices needed to support reopening. This first wave of grant funding includes releasing $11 million for grants to local education agencies (LEA) to support reopening efforts from the Coronavirus Relief Fund Grants. Randy McNally, House Speaker Cameron Sexton, Sen.
The Financial Stimulus Accountability Group is a bi-partisan group including Lt. “This first wave of funding provides for technology and distance learning supports as well as measures to improve social distancing.” “Reopening our schools, colleges and universities is a key priority and grant funding ensures institutions can make proper accommodations to keep educators and students safe as we continue to fight COVID-19 Coronavirus,” said Governor Lee.