Ed Week Takes a Look at State’s ESSA Plans
May 10, 2017
Two unique opportunities exist within ESSA for states to utilize funding that would have gone to districts under past federal formulas, but can now be used for specific programs or purposes like personalized learning, credit recovery, or programs that support school leaders or principals. Interestingly, Education Week found that of the states that have already submitted their ESSA plans, only New Mexico and Louisiana have said they will use the direct student services set aside.