• February 25, 2009

    McIntyre: Schools Could Receive Nearly $81 Million

    Washington, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Mike McIntyre announced today that Southeastern North Carolina school districts are estimated to receive nearly $81 million under the American Economic Recovery and Reinvestment Act.

    The Congressional Research Office has prepared  information stating that schools in our area would potentially benefit from $80,996,000, based on available and current data.  This may not reflect exact allocations that school districts receive when these funds are actually allocated, but they are reasonable estimates.

    Congressman McIntyre stated, “Our schools will receive significant funds from this recovery bill that can help them provide educational opportunities to our kids.  Education is the great equalizer, and we should always strive to help our students prepare for their future.  These funds will help keep our kids reaching for their dreams.”

    Estimated additional allocations to local school districts include:

    Local School District                Title 1 Funds                         IDEA Funds

    Bladen Schools                             $1,749,000                              $1,340,000

    Brunswick Schools                       $2,183,000                              $2,822,000

    Cumberland Schools                    $15,643,000                            $12,289,000

    Ft. Bragg Schools                        $1,080,000                              $1,093,000

    Columbus Schools                       $1,987,000                              $1,645,000

    Whiteville City Schools                $951,000                                 $596,000

    Duplin Schools                            $1,716,000                              $2,101,000

    New Hanover Schools                $3,930,000                              $5,421,000

    Pender Schools                           $1,085,000                              $1,607,000

    Robeson Schools                        $10,817,000                            $6,287,000

    Sampson Schools                        $1,473,000                              $1,948,000

    Clinton City Schools                    $632,000                                 $601,000                                

    TOTAL                                      $43,246,000                            $37,750,000

     

    Estimated Total for 7th District -- $80,996,000