"Federal Funding Freeze Looms Over After-School Programs: A Lifeline for Millions of Students at Risk A coalition of providers is sounding the alarm as millions of students face uncertainty about the availability of essential after-school programs and services for the upcoming academic year. The federal funding that supports these initiatives, which provide critical support for low-income students, students with disabilities, and those struggling to catch up academically, has been abruptly withheld by the government. Without this crucial support, many programs are at risk of being canceled or severely scaled back, leaving students without a vital safety net. As the deadline for the new school year approaches, advocates are urging policymakers to reconsider the funding freeze and ensure that these vital programs continue to support students in need."
Providers say after-school programs and other services for the coming school year are threatened without the federal money, which was abruptly withheld. By Sarah Mervosh Education reporter A coalition ...
