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Board Approves ESSER Spending Plan
The Omaha Public Schools Board of Education approved a spending plan for $280 million from ESSER II and ESSER III.
The plan splits the funds into four pillars.
Pillar 1 - Academic Recovery and Acceleration Support ($149.9 million)
We will use these funds for academic support including:
- New curriculum
- Technology and digital resources
- Teacher development
- Tutoring
- Early literacy programs
- Next Level Learning
Pillar 2 - Well-being of Students and Staff ($8.5 million)
We will use these funds for:
- Student social and emotional supports
- Trauma-informed care
- Mental wellness
- Multi-tiered systems of support
Pillar 3 - Infrastructure for the Future ($116.5 million)
We will use these funds for improving our schools including:
- Upgrades for indoor air quality
- Roof and window replacements
- Hydration stations
Pillar 4 - Family and Community Engagement ($4.4 million)
We will use these funds for:
- After-school engagement activities
- Professional development for families, guardians and caregivers
- Learning support
- Student well-being
The board approved the plan Sept. 9, 2021.
See more details on the plan in the Board of Education presentation.