The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is pleased to announce the new Close the Gap Grant program. This program provides a one-time grant of up to $1,500 for K-12 public school district and charter school students to use towards allowable educational expenses.
Allowable education expenses include:
Tutoring
Computer equipment
Internet connectivity
Before- and after-school educational programs
Instructional resource material
Course fees and textbooks
Online access for an academic app or subscription
Education, learning, study skills services
Academic day or summer camps
Arts-related day or summer camps
Art enrichment
To be eligible for the grant, students must meet the following criteria:
Must be a Missouri resident
Student is currently enrolled in K-12 in a Missouri public school district or charter school
To receive Close the Gap Grant updates and application reminders, please visit missouri.withodyssey.com to sign up to receive emails.
For any further questions, visit Odyssey's FAQ page.