CLSD federally funded grants help schools create comprehensive, evidence-based literacy programs for children from birth through Grade 12, with a focus on disadvantaged students. How can Scholastic help you?
Grant Funding to Support Literacy in D.C.
CLSD federally funded grants help schools create comprehensive, evidence-based literacy programs for children from birth through Grade 12, with a focus on disadvantaged students. How can Scholastic help you?
How Can Your District Take Advantage of This Funding Opportunity?
In 2024, the U.S. Department of Education awarded over $190 million in discretionary grants to 22 states and the District of Columbia for the creation of local and fully inclusive literacy programs designed for children from birth through Grade 12.
Supporting D.C. Students and Educators
The District of Columbia will utilize CLSD funds to build upon a strong foundation of strategic literacy programming to work with local educational districts and nonprofits to develop local literacy plans which prepare students, and educators, for the future of learning.
How Scholastic Can Help You with Your Application
Have you thought about applying for the Comprehensive Literacy Grant but weren’t sure you had the resources or support to create a competitive application? Grant support services can make the difference. Let us help you successfully compete for these resources at no cost to your school or district.
Consultation
Scholastic professionals can provide guidance on how to get started
Curriculum Evaluation and Alignments
Uniquely tailored solutions to your district’s educational requirements and needs
Proposal Review
Comprehensive and constructive feedback to ensure a winning proposal
How Do You Create a Winning Profile for Your Schools or Districts?
Scholastic is invested in your success. Key elements to a winning proposal include:
Understanding D.C.'s Review Process and Evaluation Criteria
Read the solicitation once to understand if you are eligible.
- Do you have enough resources to apply?
- Is this opportunity within your geographical reach?
- Are you able to perform the work? Do you have strong partners to supplement your gaps?
Read the solicitation a second time to understand the technical aspect of the work.
- Begin to determine how you would price the program. Do you think you can be competitive?
- Can you demonstrate need in your community?
Read the solicitation a third time to understand how to apply.
Identifying Your Needs and Strategies
Providing a clear assessment and profile of your district will enhance your chances of winning. By communicating your objectives and how your goals align to your state’s specific criteria, your application should explain how funds can be utilized for initiatives such as:
- Family Literacy Engagement
- Early Childhood
- Foundational Literacy
- Professional Learning
Getting the Most Out of Your Funds
Your state’s Comprehensive Literacy Grant is dispersed over five years and creating a detailed and efficient budget, along with a sound implementation plan, is key to a competitive application.
Solutions that Support Your Goals
At-Home Literacy Initiatives
School Readiness Kits
Help families prepare for kindergarten with bilingual English/Spanish books and activities. Ages 3–5.
School Success Kits
These bilingual English/Spanish book and activity kits help families integrate learning into their daily lives. Grades K–1.
My Books Every Day
Strengthen the home-school connection with the books-to-home program that promotes a personal connection to reading. Grades K–5.
Grab and Go Take-Home Packs
Encourage students to read more with take-home books they can connect with personally. Grades PreK–8.
Grab and Go Decodables
Extend decoding practice beyond the classroom, and allow students to apply skills they have learned and prepare for the skills that come next. Grades K–5.
School Resources & Programs
Early Learning Libraries
Build a positive attitude toward reading in the early grades with classic and contemporary titles curated by Scholastic. Ages 0–5.
PreK On My Way
Provide daily evidence-based instruction in language, literacy and math with a full-year curriculum in English or Spanish. PreK.
Short Reads Decodables
Strengthen phonics skills with high-interest, highly decodable text cards and explicit phonics practice. Grades K–3.
Read to Know Text Sets
Enhance phonics instruction with decodable text sets that build background knowledge and decoding skills. Grades K–3.
Our Stories Decodables
Give students the chance to see themselves reflected in the texts they read with relatable and relevant decodable texts. Grades K–5.
Ready-to-Go Libraries
Build or enhance any classroom library with 100+ books selected to increase reading achievement. Grades K–8.
Knowledge Library
Integrate knowledge acquisition with differentiated literacy instruction to build strong, confident readers. Grades K–5.
Explore ELA
Build knowledge, fuel engagement, and drive results with 1000+ standards-aligned resources just for middle school. Grades 6–8.
Paperback & Collections
Explore the very best books for children, carefully curated by the world’s largest children’s publisher. PreK–Grade 12.
Summer Learning
LitCamp
New and Improved! Enhance literacy skills and student well-being with research-based instruction and an engaging summer camp approach. Grades K–5.
MathCamp
New! Strengthen math skills, number sense, and fluency while bolstering students’ confidence and sense of well-being in a captivating camp-style format. Grades K–5.
Phonics Booster Kits
Strengthen phonics skills this summer with highly engaging decodables designed to build background knowledge and bridge to strategic reading. Grades K–3.
Scholar Zone Summer
Accelerate student achievement this summer with an easy-to-use, evidence-based reading, writing, and math curriculum proven to raise outcomes in reading and math. Grades K–8.
My Books Summer
Keep readers on track with customizable, high-interest take-home book packs. Proven to increase or maintain reading levels, optional skills workbooks can be paired with each pack. PreK–12.
Family and Community Engagement
Scholastic R.E.A.L.
Empower community members to become reading mentors and support academic success. PreK–Grade 8.
Read and Rise
Welcome and empower families with literacy events that tap into their strengths to fuel literacy achievement at home. PreK–Grade 3.
Literacy Events
Provide families with take-home books, activities, and modeling strategies to support academic progress. PreK–Grade 5.
Support Educators with Professional Learning Resources and Coaching
