Expanding Educational Opportunities
Rep. Mrvan is an active supporter of public schools, teachers, and students. During his first two terms in office, Rep. Mrvan served on the House Committee on Education and the Workforce, which oversees federal programs and initiatives dealing with education at all levels -- from preschool through high school to higher education and continuing education. These include, elementary and secondary education initiatives, including the No Child Left Behind Act, special education (the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act), teacher quality & teacher training, scientifically-based reading instruction, and vocational and technical education.
Rep. Mrvan looks forward to supporting legislative efforts to gain support for public education through proper funding of school districts, goal-oriented programs, and equal access and support for all students. Additionally, Rep. Mrvan hosts annual programs for students including the Congressional Art Competition in the spring and the Congressional App Challenge in the fall.
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Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced the details of the 2023 Congressional App Challenge for middle and high school students from Indiana’s First Congressional District.
2026 Congressional App Challenge
Each year, the Internet Education Foundation and Members of the U.S. House of Representatives sponsor the Congressional App Challenge to foster an appreciation for computer science and STEM education. The Congressional App Challenge is an annual nationwide academic competition for middle school (6th – 8th grades) and high school (9th – 12th grades) students to create and exhibit their software application, or "app," for mobile, tablet, or computer devices on a platform of their choice.
A $70,000 federal grant, announced recently by U.S. Rep Frank Mrvan, D-Highland, will enable a four-year-old economic development program to continue its work in Northwest Indiana.
The grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration, part of the Department of Commerce, will support the Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission’s economic development program.
Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan released the following statement on today’s Supreme Court affirmative action decision.
To celebrate "School Lunch Hero Day," which is Friday, U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan, D-Hammond, visited Joseph Hess Elementary School Thursday where he served food to students alongside the school's food service staff.
"I'm really here encouraging and bringing recognition to them and to what they do for the community," Mrvan said, referring to the food service staff. "I grew up in Hessville. This is a newer school, but it's great to be home where I grew up, and its great to see the enthusiasm of the kids and the administration."
Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan released the statement below during National Teacher Appreciation Week, and a video of his statement delivered on the House floor is available here.
More than one-and-a-half-million dollars in federal funding is going to help expand a community intellectual development center in Michigan City.
Paladin is a non-profit serving people of all ages with disabilities.
Congressman Frank Mrvan secured the money through a Community Project Funding request.
The project will turn a warehouse building into classrooms and offices.
It will also create a larger art room and more sensory rooms.
Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced the details of the 2023 Congressional Art Competition for high school students from Indiana’s First Congressional District.
First Lady of the US (FLOTUS) Dr. Jill Biden flew into Valparaiso over spring break to promote the Biden administration’s support of clean energy and community colleges. Much of Northwest Indiana’s industries have historically been based around energy. Efforts and new programming at Valparaiso’s Ivy Tech Community College are working towards preparing a workforce for renewable energy.
As the U.S. Representative for Indiana’s First Congressional District, I am dedicated to working with all levels of government and stakeholders in a bipartisan fashion to ensure that the long-term economic potential and growth of our region is realized.