SAN BERNARDINO, CA—The San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) Expanded Learning (EXL) Program (formerly Sunrise/CAPS) announced its intent to submit a renewal application for two prestigious grant programs offered by the California Department of Education—the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) and After School Safety and Enrichment for Teens (ASSETs).
“Grants like these allow SBCUSD to provide our community with the services it so desperately needs, especially those beyond academics, while remaining fiscally responsible,” said Superintendent Mauricio Arellano.
The 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) Grant aims to foster the creation of community learning centers, primarily targeting elementary and middle school students from high-poverty and low-performing schools. These centers offer vital academic enrichment opportunities outside of regular school hours. The primary goals are:
Assisting students in meeting state and local academic standards, particularly in core subjects such as reading and math.
Offering a variety of enrichment activities that complement the regular academic program.
Extending educational services to families of the participating students.
The 21st Century ASSETs Grant provides flexibility in developing or expanding community learning centers catering to students in grades 9 through 12. The program focuses on:
Enrichment opportunities that reinforce and complement students’ regular academic schedules.
Support for college and career readiness.
Assisting in literacy and other educational services for families of participating students.
Ensuring a safe environment for all enrolled students.
The SBCUSD Expanded Learning (EXL) Program has a rich history of successfully running these programs and making significant impacts in the community. The renewal application aims to secure funding to continue offering these transformative services to SBCUSD students.
Once the application has been submitted, it will be available for public review. All parents and interested community members and partners are encouraged to view the detailed proposal.
For inquiries regarding the grant application, please call (909) 880-6843.
