How has the SLDS Grant Program changed over time?
The focus of the grant program has evolved over the four rounds of SLDS awards, with early emphasis on K-12 systems expanding to more holistic P-20 (pre-kindergarten through the workforce) systems in recent rounds. Accordingly, data systems funded under the program have also expanded along this trajectory, with foundational K-12 systems being integrated with other data to keep pace with and drive the development of more robust SLDSs that benefit not only K-12, but also its broader partners, through widespread information sharing.
