Lifting Literacy Photo by Suad Kamardeen on Unsplash Research findings prior to the COVID-19 pandemic demonstrate how literacy proficiency is inextricably tied to high school graduation rates. Notably, research from the Annie E Casey Foundation found that, “… those who do not read proficiently by third grade are four times more likely to leave school without a diploma than proficient readers.” And given these existing literacy challenges, the COVID-19 pandemic made the learning slope exponentially steeper. The Foundation is requesting proposals to support projects that focus on boosting the literacy skills of elementary school-aged youth of color and English language learners in communities with at least one Title 1 school. The deadline to apply is Thursday, June 1, 2023 at 5:00 EST or until the limited pool of resources is exhausted. Apply today! Learn more About Us Grants Resources Contact Us 1250 Hancock Street Suite 701N Quincy MA 02169 (781) 348-4200 ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ Nellie Mae Education Foundation | 1250 Hancock St., Suite 701N, Quincy, MA 02169 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by [email protected] powered by Try email marketing for free today!