District preparing applications for state early-literacy and tutoring grants
Cannon County Board of Education · January 7, 2026
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Summary
Staff said the district will apply for two state grants: an early-literacy grant that provides $500 per qualifying retained K–2 student and an innovation tutoring grant that covers K–8; current district tutoring serves K–5.
District staff reported at the Jan. 8 workshop that they are preparing two state grant applications. The early-literacy grant targets retained K–2 students and offers $500 per qualifying student. The innovation tutoring grant covers K–8 students. Staff noted the district currently serves K–5 students in tutoring programs and will work to align services if grants are awarded.
Next steps: staff will finalize applications and return with implementation plans if funding is awarded.
