OSERS-OSEP: National Center on Academic Interventions Assistance Listing Number (ALN): 84.326Q
This grant funds a National Center to help schools improve academic achievement for students with disabilities by providing technical assistance and promoting evidence-based literacy and math instruction.
Funder: Department of Education
Due Dates: August 10, 2026 (Full application) | September 9, 2026 (Intergovernmental Review)
Funding Amounts: Up to $3,700,000 total for a single award; project period up to 60 months; maximum $3,700,000 for a single 12-month budget period.
Summary: Supports the creation of a National Center to improve academic outcomes for children with disabilities through technical assistance, evidence-based interventions, and dissemination activities.
Description
This opportunity funds the establishment and operation of a National Center on Academic Interventions under the Technical Assistance and Dissemination to Improve Services and Results for Children with Disabilities program (Assistance Listing 84.326Q). The Center will provide technical assistance, support model demonstration projects, and disseminate information to improve academic achievement and close achievement gaps for students with disabilities in literacy and mathematics. The Center will focus on supporting educators and educational agencies in implementing evidence-based academic interventions, with a strong emphasis on scientifically supported practices.
The program seeks to address significant achievement gaps highlighted by the 2024 National Assessment of Education Progress, particularly in reading and mathematics for students with disabilities. The funded Center will help local educational agencies (LEAs), schools, and educators implement and sustain evidence-based instruction tailored to the individualized needs of students with disabilities, preparing them for school and postsecondary success.
