ESSER Funds Are Gone: Here's How K–12 IT Leaders Replace Them

ESSER was one of the largest federal K–12 funding initiatives in decades, empowering schools to purchase the technology needed to support learning during and after the pandemic. But ESSER funds officially ran out for all districts in early 2026. Now, many K–12 IT leaders are taking a hard look at how to make significant budget cuts without disrupting learning, because the expansion of digital programs and access to devices was a key priority. Click the banner below to explore funding options for your district’s educational technology.