COLUMBUS, Ohio – Two local school districts are among the 33 schools and districts across Ohio that will receive grants to help raise literacy achievement.
In total, $45.9 million in Comprehensive Literacy State Development grants were awarded to schools and districts from a $60 million grant given to Ohio by the U.S. Department of Education.
In Trumbull County, Warren City Schools will receive $732,716 for grades K-5, $370,530 for grades six through eight and $404,788 for grades nine through 12.
In Columbiana County, East Liverpool City Schools will receive $816,578 for grades six through eight and $724,517 for grades nine through 12.
“Literacy is the foundation for all learning,” Gov. Mike DeWine said. “By investing in our educators and aligning instruction to the Science of Reading, we are giving every Ohio student the opportunity to read confidently, succeed academically and reach their full potential.”
The grants will establish comprehensive literacy sites that provide literacy coaching, professional development and daily reading instruction aligned to high-quality materials. Schools will also participate in training to promote family engagement in literacy and partner with community organizations, such as libraries and higher education institutions, to support student achievement.
“Ohio is investing in long-term literacy success,” said Stephen D. Dackin, director of the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce. “The learning experiences we provide today lead to tomorrow’s opportunities, and these grants empower schools to deliver high-quality, research-based instruction, ensuring every learner receives the right tools to succeed.”
A total of 174 districts and schools submitted applications.
Ohio was one of the 23 recipients selected by the U.S. Department of Education and received the second-largest amount of funding among states.