21st Century Community Learning Centers
Forecasted
21st Century Community Learning Centers supports Wyoming programs serving pre-K–12 students through after-school and summer learning, helping them meet academic standards while engaging families.
Funder: Wyoming Department of Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (Cohort 17 application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Three- to five-year projects; listed 2024 cohort awards ranged from $98,114 to $325,000
Summary: Supports Wyoming out-of-school-time programs combining academic help, enrichment, and family engagement for pre-K–12 students.
Key Information: Programs must serve students from schools meeting the federal definition of an “Eligible School.”
Description
The Wyoming Department of Education administers this competitive federal program under Title IV, Part B, of the Every Student Succeeds Act. It supports the establishment or expansion of community learning centers offering learning opportunities outside regular school hours, including after school and during summer. Programs serve pre-kindergarten through twelfth-grade students, particularly those attending schools in need of improvement.
Centers combine academic enrichment and tutoring with activities that complement the school day, support youth development, and help students meet state and local academic standards. They must also offer families meaningful opportunities to engage in their children’s education. Wyoming emphasizes data-informed program design, community partnerships, and measurable progress in academics, youth development, and family engagement.
