Empowering Action for School Improvement (EASI) Grants
The Empowering Action for School Improvement (EASI) Grants from the Colorado Department of Education fund evidence-based strategies to boost student achievement in schools identified for support under ESSA.
Funder: Colorado Department of Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (EASI full application) | May 2027 (School & District Support RFI)
Funding Amounts: Award size and duration vary; supports Title I school improvement strategies—amounts depend on project scope and available federal/state funds.
Summary: Supports Colorado schools and districts in implementing evidence-based strategies to improve student achievement under ESSA.
Key Information: Only schools/districts identified for support under ESSA are eligible; process includes an RFI for support partners each spring.
Description
The Empowering Action for School Improvement (EASI) grants, administered by the Colorado Department of Education (CDE), provide targeted support to Colorado schools and districts identified for improvement under the federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). The program aims to help Title I schools and districts develop and implement evidence-based strategies to boost student achievement, foster rapid turnaround, and ensure equitable opportunities for all learners. EASI grants are part of Colorado’s broader accountability and support system, integrating state and federal requirements to drive continual school improvement.
