Trump's K-12 funding hold leaves 71M in limbo for Colorado

Colorado faces a critical loss of $71 million in federal education funding due to a delay by the Trump administration. The Department of Education's funding hold severely impacts summer school, after-school programs, and essential English-language instruction. Nearly $13 million in after-school and summer instruction funding is at risk, along with $26 million for educator development, $11 million for English language programming, and $7 million for migrant education. Boys and Girls Clubs of America President Jim Clark warns that if the 21st Century Community Learning Center funds remain blocked, up to 926 clubs could shut down, leaving many children without vital safety nets. This funding delay highlights a broader issue, with approximately $6.

2 billion in K-12 funds unavailable to schools across the nation. The School Superintendents Association reports that the funds are under review, which has raised concerns among local educators about the long-term impact on underserved students. The urgency of the situation prompts calls for immediate action to ensure that educational programs can continue. Without these resources, local schools may struggle to provide necessary support for their students.