The California Department of Education (CDE), Professional Learning Support Division (PLSD) is pleased to announce that the Request for Applications (RFA) California Serves Grant Program is now available. 

The Budget Act of 2022 appropriated $5 million to the State Superintendent of Public Instruction (SSPI) to award grants to local educational agencies (LEAs) for the purpose of promoting access to effective service learning for students in grade twelve, with the goal of expanding access for high school graduates in obtaining a State Seal of Civic Engagement. Each award amount for the California Serves Grant shall be no more than $500,000. The SSPI is seeking grant applications in order to select LEAs for this grant program. 

To learn more and apply, visit the CDE website and read the file below.