CARES Act Grant Information

Under the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund (ESSER Fund), the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) is providing local educational agencies (LEAs), including charter schools that are LEAs, with emergency relief funds to address the impact that Novel Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) has had, and continues to have, on elementary and secondary schools in Michigan. LEAs must provide equitable services to students and teachers in non-public schools as required under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act). This page will serve as a resource to all CARES Act grants administered by MDE.

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Federal Guidance

MDE Guidance

Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Formula Grant

Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Education Equity Grant

Governor's Emergency Education Relief (GEER) Fund Grant

CARES Act Grant Information Copyright State of Michigan

About MDE

The Michigan Department of Education supports learners and learning in Michigan.

Every learner in Michigan’s public schools will have an inspiring, engaging, and caring learning environment that fosters creative and critical thinkers who believe in their ability to positively influence Michigan and the world beyond.

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Michigan Department of Education
608 W. Allegan
Lansing, MI 48933