At a recent board meeting, Superintendent Akil E. Ross said more than $680,000 in federal funding could be withheld from Lexington-Richland School District Five.

Earlier this month, the Trump administration notified states that it would be withholding more than $6 billion in previously approved federal education grants to schools nationwide.

During the 2024-25 school year, Ross said the district received $3,072,000 in federal funds.

Specifically, it received $2.4 million for Title I, $445,000 for Title II, $47,000 for Title III and $180,000 for Title IV.

The following sections are being affected by delays in allocations:

Title I, Part C, “Migrant education," aims to provide education and support services to overcome language barriers. “To ensure that migrant students have the opportunity to meet the same challenging state content and student performance standards that all children are expected to meet,” a public document reads.

Title II, Part A, “Teacher and School Leader Support,” aims to increase the quality and effectiveness of teachers, administration and other school leaders. This section also helps provide professional development, support educators and help recruit and retain employees.

Title III, Part A, “English Learners," aims to help students meet academic content and standards.

Title IV, Part A, “Student Support and Academic Enrichment,” aims to ensure all students have a well-rounded education by improving school conditions and expanding access to technology.

Lastly, Title IV, Part B, “21st Century Community Learning Centers," provides funding for additional services including after school, summer and before school programs. It also aims to engage families in their students' education.

“It’s a year of uncertainty when it comes to funding,” Ross said. “We are trying to predict as best we can with our state funding and our federal funding.”

He informed community members that, as of now, the district will use carry-on funds to continue supporting these programs.

The district is requesting that the board reassign fund balance to cover potential federal shortfalls. This will take place during the Oct. 27 board meeting.

Officials expect to have more clarification on these funds soon and will evaluate classrooms through the 45th-day Weighted-Pupil-Unit report.

The next board meeting is scheduled for Aug. 11 at 6 p.m. at the District Office, located at 1020 Dutch Fork Road in Irmo.