Revitalizing America’s Schoolyards Act of 2026
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Overview
The Revitalizing America’s Schoolyards Act of 2026 aims to improve school environments by authorizing the Secretary of Education to award grants for the development of ‘revitalized schoolyards.’ These spaces are intended to be like parks, incorporating elements like gardens, trees, and outdoor learning areas, while also promoting nature play and community engagement. The grants are structured in cohorts, with planning grants followed by implementation grants, and prioritize schools with a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, as well as tribal schools.
Key provisions
- Grants are awarded in cohorts: planning and then implementation.
- Funding is prioritized for schools with a high percentage of students eligible for free and reduced-price lunch.
- Grants can be used to develop concept plans and implement revitalized schoolyard designs.
- Eligible entities include local educational agencies, educational service agencies, and nonprofit organizations with expertise in outdoor learning.
- A portion of the funds are reserved for schools operated by the Bureau of Indian Education or tribal governments.
- Planning grants can be used to hire grant writers or consultants.
- Implementation grants require matching funds from non-Federal sources, with a potential waiver for schools serving a high percentage of low-income students.
- The Secretary will maintain a clearinghouse of information on best practices for revitalized schoolyards.
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