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ESSER I Funding

Provides funding to LEAs through Section 18003 of the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER I) Fund, to address the impact of COVID-19 on elementary and secondary schools.

Funding

Fiscal Year 2020–21

ESSER I Funding 2020 Funding Profile - Program Description and Funding
ESSER I Funding 2020 Funding Results - Entitlements, Apportionments and Letters

Other Fiscal Information

Resources

ESSER I Funding
Application/Assurances, and Funding Sources

CARES Act Funding Home Page

Contacts

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

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

Questions:   Categorial Allocations and Audit Resolution Office | CAAR@cde.ca.gov
Last Reviewed: Friday, December 22, 2023
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