As schools nationwide continue to navigate the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, the strategic use of federal emergency funds has become more critical than ever. With the U.S. Department of Education approving spending extension requests for various federal COVID-19 relief allocations, school leaders have a unique opportunity to maximize these resources for long-term educational success.
This underscores the importance of strategic planning to ensure that these funds are used effectively to support students, teachers, and the broader school community. With the spending extensions in place, now is the perfect time for school leaders to reassess their strategies and invest in programs that will make a difference.
K-12 federal COVID-19 relief spending extensions have been granted to the following states: Nevada, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Texas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Vermont, Delaware, and Florida.
The Opportunity for Strategic Planning
By integrating Boys Town’s proven approaches into your school’s recovery plan, you can ensure that your federal funds are used in ways that will create lasting positive change. These programs are not just theoretical—they deliver results. Schools that have implemented Boys Town strategies have seen classroom disruptions decrease by 55% and negative behaviors reduced by 54%. Last year alone, Boys Town's educational services impacted nearly 250,000 students across the country.
Boys Town offers comprehensive solutions—from universal classroom strategies to targeted support for at-risk students—that can significantly enhance your school's environment. By incorporating Boys Town’s proven tools, which address behavior and social skills across universal, secondary, and tertiary levels, you can create a positive and productive atmosphere for every student. These solutions are designed to make a lasting impact, ensuring that your investments yield tangible benefits.
The window for making these impactful decisions won’t last forever. Setting up a planning meeting now will allow your school to take full advantage of the extended deadlines and available resources. Together, we can create an environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed.
