Hoyer Meets with Fifth District Education Leaders to Discuss Robust Investments in Education Provided by the American Rescue Plan

WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) hosted a virtual roundtable discussion with education leaders and Superintendents in the Fifth District to discuss how the American Rescue Plan is investing in resources for K-12 students in Maryland to help students make up for lost learning time, eliminate equity gaps in learning, and ensure schools can reopen safely. Click here to watch the full roundtable discussion.

"I was so glad to speak with education leaders from the Fifth District today and discuss how the American Rescue Plan is providing critical assistance to help schools around the state meet the needs of students," said Congressman Hoyer. "Maryland schools received $1.75 billion from the American Rescue Plan, and this essential funding will assist school districts reopen safely and ensure our students have the resources they need to succeed as they return to the classroom. This federal funding will also be applied to narrow the disproportionate gaps in learning loss, strengthen tools for online learning, and shore up resources that prepare and protect teachers and staff as we work to overcome the COVID-19 pandemic."

"I appreciated the opportunity to hear how education leaders are investing American Rescue Plan funding to strengthen their COVID-19 response in our schools," continued Congressman Hoyer. "Maryland's teachers have worked tirelessly throughout this pandemic to assist our students, both inside and outside the classroom, and I am grateful for their efforts and those of our state's education leaders. I will continue to advocate on behalf of student needs and the priorities of our educators, and I look forward to continuing to work alongside them to ensure our students receive a quality education that sets them up for successful futures."

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