Central ND News

Senator John Hoeven has announced that the U.S. Department of Education will release funding for 21st Century Community Learning Centers in North Dakota. These funds are intended to support after-school programs across the state. The announcement follows discussions with Bismarck Public Schools Superintendent Jeff Fastnacht and Mackenzie County Public Schools Superintendent Steve Holen, who highlighted the importance of these programs.

Hoeven emphasized the significance of these funds, stating, "We heard about the importance of these after-school programs from North Dakota superintendents, and worked with OMB to get the funding released. These funds help provide quality after-school programs for North Dakota students while enabling their parents to work, which is vital for students but also local economies."

The senator worked with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to facilitate the release of these crucial resources.