Digital Literacy and Computer Science Grant Denise Brock Arts, Information & Communication Education Specialist Oregon Department of Education
Important Dates Grant Submission 2/5/16 Applications Due to ODE @ 5:00 PM 2/19/16 Initial Notifications 2/26/16 Appeal deadline 3/4/16 Final notifications April 2016 Grant work to begin September 2017 Final Grant activities
Technical details Questions & Answers Submit all questions through the webinar question box We will answer as many questions as possible at the end of the presentation and post answers to all questions here: o http://www.ode.state.or.us/search /page/?id=5394 You will be muted automatically
Background and Legislative Intent Oregon STEM Education Initiative (2011) Oregon Education Investment Board (2013) o 40/40/20 goal o STEM Investment Council o STEM Hub grants HB 3072: Expand & sustain STEM networks (2015) STEM Innovation Grants (1) Applied Math: Math in Real Life Grants (2) Mathematics Adaptive Learning Pilots (3) Computer Science & Digital Literacy (4) Expand Out of School Opportunities
Grant Purpose Currently, Oregon has 8,000 open computing jobs with average salaries of $81,000/year. In 2013, Oregon had only 355 computer science graduates, and only 11% of those were females. --Computer Science Teachers Association Digital Literacy and Computer Science Grant aligns to the STEM Investment Council goals and creates a collaborative network of STEM education computer science providers and resources. The target student population is grades 7-12, with specific focus on historically underserved students.
Grant Outcomes pg. 5 Student access to quality coursework Professional development Statewide collaborative network Statewide framework
Grant Type and Allocations pg. 6 This grant begins March 15, 2016 and ends on June 30, 2017. The maximum funding for any single proposal is $750,000. Competitive grant process resulting in one or more awards
Non-Allowable Use of Funds Costs associated with the proposal Obligations outside of the grant period Purchases for others Goods or services outside of the approved outcomes and activities Office equipment unless linked to program outcomes Capital expenses, vehicles, real property Page 7-8
Allowable Use of Funds Stipend and travel reimbursements Materials and equipment Staffing and benefits Professional development Transportation, food, and lodging for students Admin no more than 5% Reasonable, Prudent, Necessary Page 7-8
Grant Eligibility pg. 6 Eligible applicants (aka fiscal agents ) include Oregon public school districts, Education Service Districts (ESD), public charter schools, community colleges, universities, or combination of such entities. Other entities may partner with a fiscal agent on a project
Grant Requirements pg. 6-7 1) Collect the right people for the Oversight Team Utilize internal strengths Explore connections Who can help solve problems? Who can build support?
Grant Requirements cont d 2) Design Professional Development: Scope Innovative design Recruitment strategies 400 teachers 3) Create a Statewide Network Ongoing support for teachers Linked to a Program of Study How it will help create a statewide framework
Grant Requirements cont d 4) Develop a State Framework Scope Stakeholders Ensure POS developed aligned to Associate of Science (ASOT) degree 5) Appendix A: Cover page (pg. 16)
Grant Requirements cont d Apply Principles of Equity Address students backgrounds, experiences and knowledge when designing, implementing and assessing the effectiveness of the regional professional learning community. Create and implement an action plan to address the needs of historically underserved students.
Grant Requirements cont d Sustainability is KEY Aligning to a CTE Program of Study will provide funding beyond the grant Creating rigorous Programs of Study (high wage/high demand, 3 or more credits) qualifies for additional funding (Career Pathway funds)
Grant Requirements cont d Evaluation How you will measure success o Plan o Metrics o Clear articulation
Application Narrative pg. 13 Please submit the application documentation with the file types listed below Cover Page (doc, docx, or pdf) REQUIRED The cover page is available in Appendix A. Application Narrative - Sections A through F (doc, or docx) REQUIRED This section may not exceed 15 pages. Information included as appendices and are not included in the total page count. Budget Appendix C (doc, docx, or pdf) REQUIRED This section should include a narrative and budget worksheet from appendix C. There is no page limit. Statement of Assurances Appendix B (doc, docx, or pdf) REQUIRED One assurance statement signed by a project director who is authorized by the fiscal agent. Appendix (doc, docx, or pdf) OPTIONAL Any supporting charts, graphs, tables and other materials may be placed in an Appendix and referenced in the proposal. Format: 12-point, double spaced, 1 margins on 8.5 x11 paper
Scoring Guide Appendix E, pg. 21 **Note the message at the top: All responses should be clearly aligned to both the outcomes and grant requirements outlined on pages 5-7** Oversight Team (15 points) Professional Development (25 points) Statewide Network (25 points) Sustainability (15 points) State Framework (25 Points) Evaluation (25) Budget (10) Includes narrative and worksheet
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