Discovery Education has released a free ESSER Funding Guide for school systems nationwide. The guide is designed to help districts and education leaders maximize the federal Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds—part of the largest single investment in K–12 education in U.S. history. School leaders can access the guide here: https://www.discoveryeducation.com/info/esser-guide/.
With a September 2024 deadline approaching for many districts to obligate remaining ESSER dollars, Discovery Education is offering practical guidance to ensure funds support high-impact, sustainable investments that address pandemic-era learning recovery and build on the digital infrastructure schools developed during the COVID-19 response. The guide answers critical questions school and state leaders face, including:
- How much ESSER funding remains available to districts and states?
- What allowable uses and best practices exist for federal stimulus funding?
- How can districts and states ensure ESSER-funded programs and technology are sustained once funding ends?
Discovery Education President Kelli Campbell emphasizes the importance of strategic spending: “It is essential that remaining ESSER funds be invested in innovative, sustainable solutions that meet students’ post-pandemic needs and make the most of the digital systems schools put in place during the pandemic. Our ESSER Funding Guide provides a clear roadmap to help districts maximize these unique funding opportunities.”
The guide is intended to support district leaders, curriculum directors, technology coordinators, and state education officials as they plan evidence-based initiatives. It highlights proven approaches for allocating funds toward instructional resources, professional learning, technology integration, and other measures that promote equitable learning outcomes and long-term sustainability.
Discovery Education’s suite of digital resources and professional learning services are eligible for purchase with federal stimulus funds and are designed to support the whole school community—teachers, administrators, and students. For more information about Discovery Education’s award-winning digital resources and professional development offerings, visit Discovery Education: https://discoveryeducation.com/.
Discovery Education also encourages education leaders to stay connected through its social channels for updates, webinars, and implementation strategies: Twitter and LinkedIn.
About Discovery Education
Discovery Education is a global leader in education technology, offering a robust digital platform that supports learning wherever it happens. Through award-winning multimedia content, teacher-facing instructional supports, and innovative classroom tools, Discovery Education empowers educators to deliver equitable, engaging learning experiences that promote higher academic achievement.
Serving approximately 4.5 million educators and 45 million students worldwide, Discovery Education’s resources are used in more than 100 countries and territories. Inspired by the broader Discovery media organization, Discovery Education partners with districts, states, and trusted educational organizations to provide scalable edtech solutions and professional learning that support all learners.
Discovery Education’s offerings include curated digital curriculum, standards-aligned resources, virtual field experiences, and educator professional development designed to integrate with district priorities and grant-funded initiatives like ESSER. These solutions aim to close learning gaps, strengthen instructional practice, and extend the value of one-time federal investments by emphasizing sustainability, measurable outcomes, and equitable access.
To explore the full range of Discovery Education products and services, learn how they can be funded with ESSER and other federal programs, or request guidance on implementation and professional learning, please visit Discovery Education: http://www.discoveryeducation.com/.