American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

Federal Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations (CRRSA) Act & the Federal American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary Emergency Relief (ARP ESSER) Fund

GESD would like to thank the community for their input on the use of the Federal Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations (CRRSA) Act funds & the Federal American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary Emergency Relief (ARP ESSER) Fund. These funds are intended to reduce the impact of COVID-19 on the educational experiences of our students and as such will be utilized to ensure the best possible learning experience for all students. These funds will be used for:

  • K-8 Summer Academic & Enrichment programming

  • Expanded High School Credit Recovery Program and Community Building Events

  • HVAC improvements to improve ventilation and air quality in all school buildings

  • Summer counseling services for students in need

  • Social Emotional Learning resources for staff and students

  • Curriculum writing and planning to address student learning loss due to COVID-19

  • Enhanced classroom technology, chromebooks, laptops

  • Intramural sports programs and activities for all students

  • Creation of a Gloversville High School Health & Wellness Center

  • Enhanced cleaning and sanitation equipment

  • Grant funded addition of academic support staff for all students

  • Grant funded addition of Student Support Services staff to meet the increasing needs of students with disabilities

  • Tutors for the GESD-City of Gloversville Partnership Community Outreach Program

Thank you again for all of your support during this difficult time. Brighter futures and five day a week fully in-person instruction are on the horizon for the students of GESD.