21st Century Community Learning Centers

This program supports the creation of 21st Century Community Learning Centers that provide academic enrichment opportunities during non-school hours. Designed as a supplementary program to enhance state or local reform efforts, this program assists students in meeting academic standards in core subjects (math, reading, science, social studies) by providing out-of-school services to students and their families. The program:

• Targets high-need, high-poverty, low-performing schools;

• Implements highly effective research-based programs to address academic needs; and

• Provides academic assistance along with enrichment opportunities to help students graduate college, career, and citizen ready.