The request is a $29.8 billion increase over the 2021 budget. Here's a breakdown of what programs the money would fund.

Many students need additional support and instruction on how to wear their masks appropriately throughout the school year.

U.S. Education Department will be making nearly $122 billion in ESSER funds allocated as part of the American Rescue Plan Act available to state educational agencies this month.

Here are five action items to help prevent and address significant disproportionality. We must take a proactive, preventative approach to increase equitable practices.