Inclusive Early Education Expansion Program 2018–19

Overview

The goal of this grant is to increase access for young children birth to five years old to inclusive early learning and care programs. It supports the inclusion of children with disabilities and exceptional needs, including children with severe disabilities, in early learning and care settings pursuant to Parts B and C of the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. The grant period began on June 15, 2020, and continues through December 31, 2024. A total of $175,569,580 was distributed among successful LEA applicants who demonstrated the need for the IEEEP funds, the ability to meet the requirements in the Request for Application (RFA), and provided the required 33 percent fiscal matching of funds as well as demonstrated fiscal sustainability beyond the grant period.  Grants...