Senator Eldridge and Representatives Gregoire and Gentile Announce Marlborough Schools Receiving FY22 Math Acceleration Academies Grants
Grants amount to $197,200 and will be allocated to Advanced Math and Science Academy and Marlborough Public Schools
Marlborough, MA- Last week, Massachusetts Education Commissioner Jeffrey C. Riley announced that two educational programs in Marlborough will receive FY22 Math Acceleration Academies Grants. Marlborough Public Schools will receive $127, 200. Advanced Math and Science Academy will receive $70,000.
The purpose of this competitive grant is to fund the implementation of a specific strategic initiative, the Acceleration Academies, to help accelerate the learning of students most affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.This grant will provide funding to local education agencies to implement math-focused Acceleration Academies for students in grades 3 through 10.
“With the rise of COVID cases in the past couple of months, it is crucial that we continue to invest in our education system in Massachusetts. This grant comes at a critical moment and will serve to keep impacted students on the right track. Thank you to the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) for prioritizing programs that support our local schools,” said Senator Eldridge (D-Acton).
“I am grateful to see DESE’s investment in our local schools,” said Representative Gregoire (D-Marlborough). “Our students faced unprecedented challenges due to the pandemic and these grants will go a long way in ensuring that they are supported as they continue their education in these extremely difficult circumstances.”
“The Advanced Math and Science Academy and Marlborough Public Schools have worked incredibly hard to provide a quality education to all students during the pandemic,” said Representative Gentile (D-Sudbury). “I am delighted to see that both of them are receiving this additional grant funding to further ensure that no students are being left behind during these challenging times.”
An Acceleration Academy is a week-long academic program designed to accelerate student learning through engaging, standards-aligned lessons. Implementation of the program will adhere to strict guidelines outlined by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
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