The Georgia Department of Education, Office of Federal Programs provides technical assistance, program monitoring, and resources to local educational agencies (LEA) implementing federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) grants and Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) grants. Additionally, this office provides the necessary infrastructure to support local school districts in their efforts to provide special education-related services for students with disabilities and services and supports for English learners.
Opportunity for Public Comment
The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) is seeking comments on a request to waive section 421(b) of the General Education Provisions Act (GEPA) to extend the period of availability of FY 2022 (school year 2022-2023) administrative funds consolidated under Section 8201 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA), as amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 (ESSA), which will be submitted to the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
ESSA Waiver - Public Feedback (July 15, 2024)
