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"FOCUS 1 - Continuation" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
FOCUS 1 - Continuation is sponsored by New Jersey Department of Education. Continues funding for public local education agencies (LEAs) that previously received FOCUS 1 grants.
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Funding for Optimal Comprehensive Universal Screeners (FOCUS 1) Continuation Year 2 Funding for Optimal Comprehensive Universal Screeners (FOCUS 1) Continuation Year 2 Division: Teaching and Learning View Published NGO Document (Microsoft Word) View Frequently Asked Questions (Microsoft Word) The Funding for Optimal Comprehensive Universal Screeners (FOCUS) grant aims to continue to support LEAs to adopt and implement high-quality universal literacy screeners that align with the Universal Literacy Screening Criteria as outlined in the guidance provided by the Department to meet the screening requirements in kindergarten through grade 3 (K-3) according to State law.
The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) has established a twelve (12) month continuation year 2 grant program. This grant program is open to all New Jersey Local Education Agencies (LEAs) that serve grades K-3 that received funding in year one. Please refer to Appendix A of the NGO for a list of eligible LEAs and maximum award amounts.
Based on the availability of FY26 state appropriations, this grant program will begin June 1, 2026, and will end on May 31, 2027. Eligible Agencies: All public LEAs that received FOCUS 1 Number of Award(s) Anticipated: 277 Total Amount Available: $1,862,800 Application Due Date: 04/30/2026
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: All public LEAs that received FOCUS 1. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The published deadline was April 30, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
FOCUS 1 - Continuation is funded by New Jersey Department of Education. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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