MN SF1189

Appropriates $2,500,000 in fiscal year 2018 and $2,500,000 in fiscal year 2019 from the general fund to the commissioner of education for a grant to the Sanneh Foundation.

Funds support all-day, in-school, and after-school academic and behavioral interventions for low-performing and chronically absent students, with focus on low-income students and students of color.

Interventions run throughout the school year and during summer to decrease absenteeism, encourage school engagement, and improve grades and graduation rates.

Funds may be used to hire and train staff in youth mentorship, behavior support, and academic tutoring in group and individual settings.

Appropriation is available until June 30, 2019.