ATLANTA – Georgia School Superintendent Richard Woods recently released a statement on the remaining federal funds.
Release:
the U.S. Department of Education announced it will release all unawarded FY25 federal funds – including Title I-C, Title II-A, Title III-A, and Title IV-A – to states.
This follows the release of Title IV-B (21st Century Community Learning Centers) funding on Monday, July 21.
The State Board of Education has a called meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 29, 2025 and will continue to add items as funding is released by the federal government, to ensure funds are distributed to districts as quickly and efficiently as possible.
From State School Superintendent Richard Woods:
“I’m grateful to the U.S. Department of Education for making the decision to release remaining federal education funds. This is welcome news for Georgia’s students, families, and educators as we begin a new school year.
These funds will support critical needs in our schools and help ensure a strong start for students across the state. I appreciate USED’s recognition of the importance of getting these resources into the hands of states and districts.
As I stated earlier, I believe strongly in fiscal responsibility, and that states, districts, and local communities should play the leading role in shaping education policy and meeting the needs of students. To lead effectively, we must have timely and reliable access to resources approved by Congress and signed into law by the President.
Georgia has consistently demonstrated strong, responsible stewardship of federal education funds. We’ll continue to manage these dollars with transparency and care, in line with federal law and in the best interest of students.”
From Shaun Owen, GaDOE Deputy Superintendent of Federal Programs:
“The Office of Federal Programs is very pleased that the U.S. Department of Education will release the remaining federal programs grants. These funds are critical to support students, teachers, and families, including the most vulnerable students in our public schools. We appreciate Superintendent Woods working to advocate for the release of these funds to states and to get funds in the hands of districts as swiftly as possible as Georgia’s school year begins.”
