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Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC)

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The Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) initiative is the only federal funding source dedicated exclusively to supporting local afterschool, before-school and summer learning programs. The program serves more than 1.5 million youth and their families, through grants awarded by state education agencies.  Each state receives funds based on its share of Title I funding for low-income students. Grants support local schools and community based organizations that provide afterschool and summer learning programs. 21st CCLC was reauthorized in 2015 as part of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).

21ST CCLC PROGRAMS SUPPORT:

  • Academic enrichment activities that can help students meet state and local achievement standards.
  • A broad array of additional enrichment services designed to reinforce and complement the regular academic program, such as: drug and violence prevention programs, career and technical programs, counseling programs, art, music programs, STEM programs, and physical activity and nutrition education programs.
  • Literacy and related educational development services to the families of children who are served in the program.
For the 2025-26 school year, The School Board of Broward County has six approved RFAs operating under the Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC program at the following schools: Broadview Elementary, Castle Hill Elementary, Larkdale Elementary, Morrow Elementary, North Fork Elementary, North Lauderdale Elementary, Oakridge Elementary, Oriole Elementary, Lauderdale Lakes Middle, New River Middle, and Dave Thomas Education Center. 
 
For more information and eligibility criteria regarding the 21st CCLC programs, please contact the 21st CCLC office.

21st CCLC Program Details

Our 21st Century Programs are soaring beyond expectations!

Grant Narratives

These Grant Narratives provide an overview of multiple Broward County Public Schools school-based programs supported through grant funding. Each document highlights the unique needs of the school community and outlines how expanded before- and after-school services support student success.
 
The narratives describe a range of offerings, including academic support, enrichment activities, youth development programs, and family engagement initiatives. They also emphasize collaboration with community partners and alignment with district priorities.
 
Together, these documents demonstrate how grant funding is used to enhance program quality, increase access to safe and structured environments, and address the academic and social-emotional needs of students. Visitors can review each narrative to better understand the goals, services, and impact of these programs across participating school sites.