About Iowa 21CCLC
Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21CCLC)
The Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers is a U.S. Department of Education program, administered by the states, supporting out-of-school time learning opportunities for students in high-poverty, low-performing areas. The Iowa Department of Education administers 21CCLC funding in Iowa through grant competitions. 21CCLC programs focus on:
Academic Support
Helping students meet state and local standards in core academic subjects
Academic Enrichment
Providing activities that complement learning from the school day
Parent Engagement
Offering literacy and educational services to the families of participating students
2019 by the Numbers
49
Grants
24
Entities
-to-
93
Sites
765
Paid & Unpaid Partnerships
14,648
Students Served School Year and Summer
Average cost per student = $470 annually
***The Wallace Foundation recommends $1,200 per student. The Iowa 21CCLC average annual cost is only possible through community partnerships
Of the 14,648 Students:
average free or reduced price lunch rate
State = 43%
60%
are categorized Limited English Proficient
State = 7%
11%
are students
with a disability
State = 4%
16%
Click here for the most recent State Evaluation Report
Click here for the most recent 21CCLC Infographic
Return to Learn: After School Planning
We have compiled resources to support out-of-school time programs as they plan for a return to programming.
