Danbury will be receiving $2.28 million from the CARES Act, Elementary and Secondary School Education Relief fund. The money can be used to ensure that all students have access to appropriate technology and connectivity.
Danbury State Representative David Arconti says students and educators will have access to high-quality curriculums that addresses the needs of all learners, including students with disabilities. He added that these funds will address student learning gaps and provide social and emotional support for educators and students. The money can also be used to ensure a healthy and safe transition back to school for everyone.
The $2.2 million is part of $111 million awarded to the state Department of Education. Funding will be distributed to local school districts based on the proportion of Title I funding they received for fiscal year 2020.
Other Districts in the Greater Danbury area will receive:
Bethel--$236,455
Brookfield--$74,096
Monroe--$115,515
New Fairfield--$201,385
New Milford--$300,856
Redding--$27,805
Ridgefield--$94,454
Weston--$51,548
Wilton--$77,995