The distribution of Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds is based on 2019 Title I-A disbursements.

The Pennsylvania Department of Education states that per the CARES Act, districts must consult with all nonpublic schools serving low-income students within their jurisdiction. Nonpublic schools receive a small portion of the ESSER money issued to their public district.

Of the $471 million available to public districts and charter schools in Pennsylvania, $2.99 million is slated for Butler County districts, according to the education department’s website:

Allegheny-Clarion Valley School District: $182,672

Butler Area School District: $1,318,431

Freeport Area School District: $147,904

Karns City Area School District: $210,168

Mars Area School District: $142,281

Moniteau School District: $238,832

Seneca Valley School District: $282,630

Slippery Rock Area School District: $251,424

South Butler County School District: $217,563

Districts must apply for their allotment. Once received, money must be spent by September 2022.