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Arizona Providing $7K to Families Facing 'Educational Barriers' Amid School Closures
[Townhall] Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey (R) announced Tuesday families could receive $7,000 as part of the launch of a new program designed to help families struggling with "educational barriers" as a result of school closures.Funds received through the Open for Learning Recovery Benefit program would be used for childcare, transportation, tutoring and school tuition needs approved by the Arizona Department of Economic Security. And families who meet certain income requirements could also use the money to send their children to another school if their school closes for even one day. "In Arizona, we’re going to ensure continued access to in-person learning," Ducey said in a press release. "Everyone agrees that schools should stay open and kids need to be in the classroom. With this announcement, we are making sure parents and families have options if a school closes its doors. Parents are best suited to make decisions about their child’s education." "In-person learning is vital for the development, well-being and educational needs of K-12 students," he continued. "We will continue to work with families, public health experts and school leaders to ensure our kids can stay in the classroom and parents have a choice — always." In March 2021, Ducey introduced a plan requiring schools to resume in-person instruction. Posted by: Besoeker 2022-01-05 |
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