"Alabama School District Has $9 Million Federal Grant Slashed From It's Tornado Recovery Literacy Program"

(By Rebecca Griesbach | rgriesbach@al.com) State officials have revealed a drastic cut of approximately $9 million in federal funding impacting a rural Alabama district and a crucial literacy initiative. The Education Department rescinded previously sanctioned COVID relief expenditure extensions, claiming districts had sufficient time for distribution. Alabama leaders highlighted a $4 million reduction for Selma City Schools and $5 million from a statewide reading program. Superintendent Mackey intends to challenge this ruling, underscoring the critical necessity for sustained educational support during these challenging times.