SB4173

Illinois SB4173 allocates $50 million to the State Board of Education for grants to community learning centers supporting afterschool programs.

Illinois SB4173 establishes a grant program for community learning centers to support afterschool programs and community schools. The bill allocates $50 million to the State Board of Education for this purpose. These grants aim to improve academic achievement, increase student attendance and graduation rates, and enhance social-emotional skills. Eligible entities include public and private organizations, schools, and community-based organizations. The State Board of Education will manage the grants, issue annual reports, and select a technical assistance provider to support grantees.