Iowa receives $43M federal grant to boost public charter schools

Iowa receives $43M federal grant to boost public charter schools

The federal grant is designed to "grow and expand high-quality educational choices for families," Gov. Kim Reynolds’ office says.

Iowa wins $43M grant to boost public charter schools statewide

'Public charter schools provide yet another school choice for parents and guardians looking for the education option that’s best suited for their children’s abilities and needs.' - Gov. Reynolds

Iowa Receives $43M Federal Grant To Boost Public Charter Schools

(Des Moines, IA)  —  Governor Kim Reynolds says Iowa’s public charter schools will soon benefit from a five-year federal grant.  Yesterday, Governor Reynolds announced that Iowa was one of six states selected for a 2025 federal Charter Schools Program Grant to State Entities.  This includes 43 million dollars in federal funding.  Iowa currently has ten public charter schools in operation, with another six approved to open soon.  Reynolds says th…