The U.S. Department of Education has just announced that 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) funds for FY 2025 are officially on the way—and for school and district leaders across the country, this signals more than just budget relief. It’s an opportunity to reimagine what before- and after-school time can mean for your students.
At Talentnook, we believe these funds aren’t just about extending the school day. They’re about expanding what’s possible in that extra time.
💡 So, what can you do with 21st CCLC funds?
Use them to bring engaging, standards-aligned enrichment into your expanded learning offerings—programs that inspire, uplift, and support the whole child. That’s exactly where Talentnook fits in.
What Talentnook Offers with 21st CCLC in Mind
Whether your school is public, private, or part of a charter network, Talentnook provides turnkey programs that are ready for immediate implementation. These include:
🎨 ArtXplore – Spark creativity through drawing, painting, and visual storytelling
🎬 CineCraft – Empower students to become digital storytellers and mini filmmakers
💰 Money Matters – Introduce financial literacy in an age-appropriate, practical way
💡 Kidpreneur – Nurture innovation and leadership by helping students build their own mini-businesses
🔬 STEM Explorers – Get hands-on with science, coding, and engineering projects that stick
Each of our offerings is:
✅ Designed for Grades K–8
✅ Aligned with whole-child development goals
✅ Easy to roll out in before/after-school time
✅ Led by experienced, vetted educators
✅ Available in flexible formats—in-person or online
📊 Why Now Matters
According to the Afterschool Alliance, 21st CCLC funds are one of the largest and most stable sources of support for expanded learning in the U.S.—but they’re also time-sensitive. Districts and schools need to plan how they’ll allocate and implement these funds quickly and effectively.
📞 Let’s Talk Impact
At Talentnook, we’re already working with schools to help them align their enrichment strategy with available grants and new student needs. If you’re exploring how to maximize your 21st CCLC funds this year, we’re here to support you with both implementation expertise and ready-to-launch programs.
👉 Book a free strategy session today
Let’s make this school year the most enriching one yet.