Education & Schools
Education & schools are central to the mission of local and state government agencies. They focus on providing quality education, ensuring equitable access, and supporting the development of students from early childhood through higher education. Governments work to create policies, fund programs, and oversee the operation of public schools to foster academic success and prepare students for future challenges. This directory offers articles on education and schools and related topics like Education Grants, which explore funding opportunities that support educational initiatives and resources.
The Bipartisan Safer Communities Act includes funding to expand mental health and support services in schools
These grants benefit libraries and librarians as they help provide access to information through literature and non-fiction
A total of $53 million is up for grabs this year to make schools safer
Participatory budgeting and community engagement are advancing municipal operations by getting digital technologies purchased.
Dr. Judy Riffle offers tips on how to convince capital grant funders that such needs will better serve a school’s goals and students.
This excerpt from a synthetic drug abuse guide for teachers and parents explains the challenges to governments in addressing the risks of commercial synthetic drugs.
Dr. Judy Riffle looks at how to use certain ESSA formula grants and Rural and Low-Income Schools funding for school safety and mental health.
Public school text and chat records solutions help a Lacey, Washington, school district establish a mobile communications compliance program.
As part of efforts to address terrorism, domestic terrorism and mass casualty incidents, DHS offers an explanatory video and fact sheet on the Pathways to Violence.
Dr. Judy Riffle breaks down what you can’t -- and can -- use ESSA Title III funds for.
Ready New York’s Katelyn James created Ready Girl, a superhero that is super prepared and engaging youth on what they need to know in an emergency.
A free platform funded by DHS puts school staff and law enforcement officers together in a geospatial training ground to prepare for emergencies.
The Cannon Foundation grants provide funds for capital and equipment to organizations offering services for underserved populations across North Carolina.
School safety, active shooter, mental health and other challenges will shape the coming year in public safety operations and service delivery.
Learn about all the school safety funding opportunities ahead for 2019.
Florida’s Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Commission recommends Broward schools revamp the threat assessment process.
A public safety commission investigating the Parkland school shooting will recommend a series of school safety measures, including training and arming volunteer teachers.
Local leaders can collaborate and get grant funding for broadband-based solutions that improve the strength of rural communities.
The Smart City CIC will use cloud computing, AI and machine learning to address regional challenges.
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