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Learning Loss Mitigation Funding

Federal and state funding provided to LEAs for activities that directly support pupil academic achievement and mitigate learning loss related to COVID-19 school closures.

Pursuant to Section 110 of Senate Bill 98 (Chapter 24, 2020), Learning Loss Mitigation Funding sources include Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security(CARES) Act Governor's Emergency Education Relief (GEER), Section 18002; CARES Act Coronavirus Relief Fund, Section 5001; and General Fund.

Funding

Fiscal Year 2020–21

Learning Loss Mitigation Funding 2020 Funding Profile - Program Description and Funding
Learning Loss Mitigation Funding 2020 Funding Results - Entitlements, Apportionments and Letters

Other Fiscal Information

Resources

Learning Loss Mitigation Funding
Application/Assurances, and Funding Sources

Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) Source Data (XLSX)
LCFF data sources used in the calculation of Learning Loss Mitigation Funding allocations

CARES Act Funding Home Page

Federal Stimulus Funding - Reporting Requirements

Related Content

Senate Bill 98: Education Omnibus Budget Trailer Bill External link opens in new window or tab.

Governor's Emergency Education Relief Fund | U.S. Department of Education External link opens in new window or tab.

U.S. Department of Treasury Coronavirus Relief Fund FAQs External link opens in new window or tab. (PDF)

Contacts

Program Questions: CARESAct@cde.ca.gov
Questions about the application process, use of funds, and reporting requirements.

Fiscal Questions: Categorical Allocations and Audit Resolution Office, CAAR@cde.ca.gov
Questions about the determination of Local Education Agency allocation amounts and the timing and apportionment of funds

Questions:   Categorical Allocations and Audit Resolution Office | CAAR@cde.ca.gov
Last Reviewed: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
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