Public Notice of Intent to Apply for the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) Grant

Graham County Schools hereby provides public notice of its intent to apply for funding through the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) grant program, a federally funded program administered by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.

The purpose of the 21 st CCLC Grant is to provide federal funds for eligible Title I schools to establish or expand

community learning centers that operate during out-of-school time hours with three specific purposes:  

1. Improve academic achievement in core academic subjects such as reading and math 

2. Offer students a broad array of additional enrichment services, programs, and STEAM-focused activities that are

designed to reinforce and complement the regular academic program 

3. Offer families of students served by 21st C CCLC opportunities for active and meaningful engagement

in their children’s education  

If awarded, funding will be used to support eligible after-school and/or summer learning opportunities for

students and families served by Graham County Schools, consistent with grant requirements and the approved

project plan.

Graham County Schools welcomes input from parents, students, educators, community members, and other

interested stakeholders regarding the proposed grant application and the educational needs of students in our

community.

Individuals wishing to provide comments or obtain additional information about the proposed application may

Contact Graham County Schools. Submit comments by November 13, 2026.

Public Comments and Questions: Interested individuals may submit comments or questions regarding the proposed application to:

Graham County Schools

Attention: Jaime Hooper

jhooper@graham.k12.nc.us

828-479-9820 ext. 1005