Federal Grant Boosts Edtech Infrastructure
Tapestry Clayton was awarded a $1.7 million federal grant to support the launch of a new campus. The funding is designated for new technology and infrastructure, highlighting public investment in creating accessible and innovative educational environments.
- The grant is a federal Charter Schools Program (CSP) Implementation Grant from the U.S. Department of Education, which is designed to support the launch of new, high-quality charter schools. - Tapestry Clayton is a public, tuition-free charter school that will serve students in grades 6-12 in Clayton County, Georgia, with plans to open in the fall of 2026. - The school's educational model is designed to support a wide range of learners, including those with learning differences, by having two teachers in every classroom. - The new campus will be located at the First Baptist Jonesboro campus on College Street in Jonesboro, GA. - Leadership for the new campus includes Dr. Matthew Tyson as the CEO of Tapestry Public Charter School and Ms. Maria-Alejandra Kepler as the Principal of the Clayton campus. - Beyond technology, the $1.7 million will be used for foundational investments such as furniture, classroom materials, and high-quality learning resources to ensure a successful opening. - Tapestry Public Charter School has a track record of success, with its DeKalb County campus demonstrating a 12% increase in its four-year graduation rate to 93.75%. - The Charter Schools Program has been in existence since 1994 and has historically funded schools that serve higher percentages of Black, Hispanic, and low-income students.
