U.S. Department of Education, Office of Elementary and Secondary Education announces the availability of funding for implementation of the Teacher Quality Partnership Grant Program. The purpose of this grant is to improve student achievement; improve the quality of prospective and new teachers by improving the preparation of prospective teachers and enhancing professional development activities for new teachers; hold teacher preparation programs at institutions of higher education (IHEs) accountable for preparing teachers who meet applicable State certification and licensure requirements; and recruit highly qualified individuals, including individuals of color and individuals from other occupations, into the teaching force . . .