American Rescue Plan: Five Guiding Principles

Guidance and resources for States and Districts to use Federal COVID relief funds to advance healthy and green schools.

In recent COVID-19 relief funding, the Federal government has approved $176 billion for K-12 schools. The funding headed to schools represents an enormous opportunity to address and support student needs during the ongoing pandemic and to address persistent inequities. What's more, the one-time nature of these funds makes them an excellent fit for durable investments in facilities that will provide long-term health benefits and financial savings.

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READ: GO DEEP ON EACH OF OUR FIVE GUIDING PRINCIPLES

#1: Investing in Healthy, Green Schools is Central to Advancing Equity
#2: Healthy Schools Advance Student Learning and Success
#3: Efficient, Resilient Operations Save Money Today and Tomorrow
#4: Navigating a Changing World Requires Data and Planning
#5: A Shifting Economy and Climate Require New Teaching
 

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On July 22, 2021, we co-hosted a webcast on the Five Guiding Principles to support district leaders and advocates with using COVID relief funds to advance healthy and green schools. Note: Access is free, but you will need to sign in with a USGBC.org account (create an account for free by clicking “account” and then “create one” on the top right of the screen).

 
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