Congress is urged to reinstate canceled federal grants essential for teacher preparation programs, which address teacher shortages in areas like special education and STEM. The cuts have already disrupted the educator pipeline, affecting scholarships and internships. Organizations emphasize the grants’ importance in attracting diverse talent and providing quality education.Over 100 education groups urge Congress to restore teacher workforce grants as federal cuts leave 49,000 vacancies
Congress is urged to reinstate canceled federal grants essential for teacher preparation programs, which address teacher shortages in areas like special education and STEM. The cuts have already disrupted the educator pipeline, affecting scholarships and internships. Organizations emphasize the grants’ importance in attracting diverse talent and providing quality education.