What are ESSA Funds? Federal ESSA Funding is available for schools and districts to support their character development and mental health initiatives. Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA): ESSA provides opportunities for funding initiatives through Title I, Title II, and Title IV funding streams. Title IV, in particular, includes provisions for supporting well-rounded educational opportunities, which can encompass character development programming.

Can ESSA Funds be Used for CharacterStrong Curriculum?
Yes! You can use ESSA funds to bring CharacterStrong to your school or district. 3 ways that funds are used are for Implementation of Multi-Tiered System of Support, Integration of School-Based Mental Health, & Prioritizing Adult Professional Learning. 

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