Description
The New Jersey Department of Education is funding a statewide high‑impact tutoring initiative (Cohort 3) to accelerate learning in math and/or ELA for students in grades 3‑8 whose proficiency is below 50 % on the 2024‑2025 NJSLA. Up to $7.5 million will be allocated to roughly 100 local education agencies (LEAs) in awards ranging from $20,000 to $400,000. Applicants must submit a detailed project plan, budget, and compliance documentation by February 26 2026 and will be required to report progress quarterly through May 2027.
• Eligibility – LEAs (or eligible partners) with average 2024‑2025 NJSLA proficiency < 50 % in ELA and/or math for grades 3‑8.
• Funding – Total FY‑26 appropriation $7.5 M; individual awards $20‑400 k based on enrollment and performance metrics. At least 75 % of funds must support direct tutoring activities.
• Program requirements – High‑impact tutoring model (≤ 3 students per tutor, ≥ 3 sessions/week, 30‑60 min each), qualified tutor staffing, mandatory training, data‑driven coaching, and optional hybrid AI support (live‑tutor oversight required).
• Reporting – Three interim activity reports (Sept 18 2026, Feb 19 2027, Aug 2 2027) plus monthly reimbursement requests; all submissions via the EWEG system.
• Timeline – Application due Feb 26 2026; grant period May 1 2026 – May 31 2027; final close‑out report due Aug 2 2027.