Ohio Governor DeWine, Ohio Department of Education and Workforce announce more than $45 million in school literacy grants

7/22/2025

Comprehensive Literacy State Development grants to be distributed throughout Ohio in support of the Science of Reading

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Education and Workforce Director Stephen D. Dackin are highlighting the award of $45.9 million in Comprehensive Literacy State Development grants to 33 schools and districts across the state. The awards come from a $60 million grant given to Ohio by the U.S. Department of Education. Ohio is one of the 23 recipients selected by U.S. Ed and will receive the second-largest amount of funding among states. 

These grants will expand access to evidence-based literacy instruction for students in grades K-12 and professional learning for educators, with a focus on enhancing literacy instruction for underserved students across the state. 

The grants will establish comprehensive literacy sites that provide literacy coaching, professional development, and daily reading instruction aligned to high-quality materials. Schools will also participate in training to promote family engagement in literacy and partner with community organizations, such as libraries and higher education institutions to support student achievement. 

View the full list of grant recipients.