The 21st Century Community Learning Centers grants are used to provide a wide array of educational services, including technology education. This funding opportunity will help create community learning centers that will:

• Provide students, especially those from low-performing schools, with academic enrichment opportunities that meet state and local standards in core academic subjects
• Offer additional activities that complement students' regular academic programs
• Provide the families of the students with literacy and other educational development programs
• Feature a range of services to support student development, including tutoring, mentoring, and homework help

The key to a successful learning center is being able to deliver effective individualized instruction. PLATO Learning can provide a complete, integrated solution that will let you create a challenging, engaging learning facility that will be a significant asset in your community.

The Department of Education has more information on the 21st Century Community Learning Center program as well as funding opportunities that may be available in your state.