U.S. Congressman John Carter (TX-31) is proud to announce numerous education grants to local educational agencies (LEAs) in the 31^st District of Texas for the upcoming school year. These funds will provide financial assistance to schools to improve teaching and learning for at risk children.

“I have long said that Texans know how to educate Texas children best.  Bell and Williamson Counties should have maximum primary control over how their school funds are spent,” said Congressman Carter former member of the House Committee on Education and Workforce. “As a parent and a grandparent, education has always been a priority of mine. I am proud that our local community will receive the funds they need to help at-risk children in Bell and Williamson Counties.”

The following school districts in District 31 have received grants:

Title I, Part A Grants to LEAs provide financial assistance to school districts for services that improve the teaching and learning of children at risk of not meeting challenging academic achievement standards, especially those children who reside in areas with high concentrations of children from low income families.