FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Request for Proposal (RFP) for Competitive Projects
Bureau / Office
K-12 Education, Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services (BEESS)
Program Name
Challenge Grant Collaborative Curriculum Project
Specific Funding Authority
2006 General Appropriation Act, line item for Exceptional Education (anticipated funding)
Funding Purpose/Priorities
The purpose of the project is to enhance the academic performance of students who are gifted through
the innovative redesign of instruction and collaboration to develop greater knowledge and intellectual
skills through challenging activities. Twenty percent of the funds will be allocated to recommended
applicants from the thirty-three districts that participate in the Institute for Small and Rural Districts
Project.
Total Funding Amount
$100,000 (anticipated funding)
No more than $10,000 awarded per project.
Budget Period
July 1, 2006 through June 30, 2007
For state funded programs, the project effective date will be no earlier than the effective date of the
legislative appropriation, usually July 1. The ending date can be no later than June 30, of the fiscal
year unless otherwise specified in statute or proviso
. Project approval is contingent upon the
Governor’s signature of approval, for this appropriation, on the General Appropriations Act.
Program Performance Period
July 1, 2006 through June 30, 2007
Target Population
Florida public schools and school districts serving students who are gifted. Twenty percent of the
funds will be allocated to recommended applicants from the thirty-three districts that participate in the
Institute for Small and Rural Districts project.
Eligible Applicants
Florida public school districts may each submit up to five applications.
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Application Due Date
Proposals are due in Grants Management by the close of business on
January 13, 2006
. Facsimile and
email submissions will not be acceptable.
Contact Persons
Program Issues
: Donnajo Smith, (850) 245-0478; Suncom 205-0478; Donnajo.Smith@fldoe.org
Technical/Fiscal Issues
: Michael Binitie, (850) 245-0498, Suncom 205-0498,
Michael.Binitie@fldoe.org
Assurances
The Department of Education has developed and implemented a document entitled, General Terms,
Assurances and Conditions for Participation in Federal and State Programs, to comply with:
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34 CFR 76.301 of the Education Department General Administration Regulations (EDGAR) which
requires local educational agencies to submit a common assurance for participation in federal
programs funded by the U.S. Department of Education;
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applicable regulations of other Federal agencies; and
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State regulations and laws pertaining to the expenditure of state funds.
In order to receive funding, applicants must have on file with the Department of Education, Office of
the Comptroller, a signed statement by the agency head certifying applicant adherence to these General
Assurances for Participation in State or Federal Programs. The complete text may be found at
http://www.firn.edu/doe/comptroller/gbook.htm
School Districts, Community Colleges, Universities and State Agencies
The certification of adherence filed with the Department of Education Comptroller’s Office shall
remain in effect indefinitely unless a change occurs in federal or state law, or there are other
changes in circumstances affecting a term, assurance, or condition; and does not need to be
resubmitted with this application.
NARRATIVE SECTION
Narrative Components
A.
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Project Abstract:
Summarize your program in
100 words or less
, stating the name of the
program, the project intent and expected outcomes
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Identify whether this is a school or district
proposal. The abstract should be free from abbreviations, acronyms, and organization-specific
terminology. Indicate if this project previously received Challenge Grant funds. Include the grade
level and number of gifted and non-gifted students to be served. This summary should consist of
clear, concise statements that can be used by the DOE for a number of purposes.
B. Project Need:
Describe the need for the project and provide back-up data as evidence.
1.
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Describe the
theoretical approach
of the project to
meet the specified outcomes
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2.
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Provide a clear description of how this project will address particular needs of gifted students
as well as provide opportunities for an innovative redesign of instruction and advanced levels
of student achievement.
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3.
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Describe the
rationale
for offering the proposed program. What particular needs of gifted
students and/or teachers is this program designed to meet? How will this program provide
opportunities for advanced levels of achievement? Describe how the school or district is
currently serving gifted students.
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What
learning experiences
and
instructional resources
not currently available in the
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education programs of participating students will be provided?
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C. Project Design:
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Describe measurable objectives, activities and timeline. Describe how the
proposed program will be structured and how it facilitates an
innovative redesign of instruction
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including any training necessary for teachers.
1.
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Cite the
goals and objectives
intended for focus. What will students be expected to
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accomplish in terms of new knowledge, skills, and abilities?
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2.
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Cite the primary
Sunshine State Standards
that will be addressed in this project.
3.
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What particular
curriculum content
is to be addressed? What will be taught? Explain how
this curriculum is appropriate for the needs of gifted learners.
4.
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Provide a realistic
timeline
with an instructional outline to indicate ability to implement the
project.
D. Program Implementation and Collaboration:
1.
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Clearly describe the strategies to be used in accomplishing the project goals and objectives.
2.
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Provide examples of project activities and specific strategies that will lead to student
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achievement.
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3.
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Explain how the intended
instructional methodology
is appropriate for gifted learners.
4.
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Clearly justify any
special facilities, equipment, and/or materials required for
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implementation
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5.
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Describe the plan for implementing the project including project objectives, activities,
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strategies to ensure academic progress, and target population(s).
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6.
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Describe and provide evidence of support for the proposed collaboration.
7.
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Provide a brief description of
ancillary or supportive services
used to implement the project,
as appropriate. Include the specific nature of such services, rationale for the services, the
cooperating agencies providing the services, and the financial and administrative responsibility
for the services. These supportive services might be provided by, but are not limited to, media
specialists, technology specialists, Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System staff,
etc.
E. Student Population and Personnel:
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Describe the student population intended as participants and
information about all personnel who will be employed by the project or who will make significant
contributions.
1.
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Student Population:
Clearly describe the
students
, by age and/or grade, who will be taking
part in the project. Identify the number of
gifted and non-gifted
and the
proposed impact
the
project will have beyond what might be available in a general education classroom or in the
current program.
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Personnel:
Describe the staff organization for the project, including staff relationships with
existing programs and other district staff.
a.
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Specify by position the personnel who will have
administrative responsibility
for this
project. List by position title all personnel to be employed by the project or to play a
significant role. Describe the
qualifications
of key personnel.
b.
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The amount of
time
to be spent on project activities should be stated as a portion of a full-
time equivalent (FTE) for a specific amount of time (e.g., .5 FTE for 12 months, 1.0 FTE
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for 3 weeks, or 2 FTE for 10 months each). Specify whether each will be paid out of
project funds.
c.
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For each person employed by the project (including those providing services under a
contract), state the
responsibilities
of the proposed position and required
qualifications
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For key personnel not employed by the project, describe the proposed contributions to
project implementation.
F.
Support for Strategic Imperatives:
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Describe how the proposed project will address reading
initiatives and incorporate one or more of the Florida State Board of Education (SBE) strategic
imperatives. URL: http://www.fldoe.org/meetings/2005_01_18/StratPlanDetails.pdf
G. Dissemination / Marketing:
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Describe the methods /strategies you will use to disseminate and
market information about the project to appropriate populations.
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Identify the specific
method and/or strategies
that will be used to disseminate project
outcomes and information. Consider contacting school district administrators, gifted
coordinators (or other persons responsible for gifted, ESE directors, middle school and high
school principals, curriculum coordinators, guidance counselors, and superintendents to help
disseminate information.
2.
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Describe any
plans to share the results
with other groups at workshops, meetings,
conferences, or posting information on the World Wide Web. Note: Dissemination must
include a
written narrative
about the project for inclusion in a DOE publication geared to
practitioners.
H. Project Resources:
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Describe the current existing resources for the project, including facilities,
equipment, personnel, and supplies.
1.
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Describe the
physical facilities, equipment, and educational materials to be used in the
program
. Special facilities might include, but not be limited to, science labs, or off-campus
facilities. Specify provisions for student use of high technology and automated systems as
appropriate. Provide a description of the use of existing physical, material, and personnel
resources in the implementation of this project. Provide
justification for any capital outlay
item
to be purchased through the project as identified in the budget.
2.
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Include the overall plan and rationale for the allocation of funds within the budget and a
specific
description of how the fiscal and materials resources will be used
in a cost-effective
manner to support project implementation.
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Evaluation:
Describe the method(s) for evaluating the project. Describe the provisions for
assessment strategies and criteria using quantitative and qualitative measures
for t
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measurable evaluation of the stated objectives and assessment of student academic performance.
Discuss any plans to
continue the project activities
beyond the funding period.
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Discuss plans for frequent and on-going evaluation of student academic performance as
evidence of academic growth and accomplishment of the program goals and objectives.
Objective and subjective measures should be clearly described. How will performance data be
used for making project changes and addressing changes in students’ educational programs?
2.
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Identify the methods of project evaluation to determine the success of the program. What data
will be collected and compiled to determine the accomplishment of the project?
J.
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Budget: Present a budget that reflects objectives and proposed costs of the project.
Describe
other financial support, that been secured, if any.
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K. Overall Program Design:
Summarize and provide a general overview of the intent of the project.
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Briefly discuss
how the project addresses the stated purposes
of the Challenge Grant
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Collaborative Curriculum Project.
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Provide a brief
summative review
of how the project intends to ensure equal access for all
participants with a focus on the priorities of the funding purpose.
L. Appendix:
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An optional appendix may include verification of assertions made in the proposal,
explanatory maps, photographs, and illustrations. Include in the appendix any letters of support, or
any information or materials related to prior programs.
Scoring Criteria
The scoring criteria for each section of the project narrative are described below. The reviewer will
score each section based on the maximum possible points for each section. The total number of points
attainable is 100. To be eligible to receive funding, a proposal must attain a minimum of 70 points.
A. Project Abstract:
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Project is described in a brief summary (no more than 100 words).
(Not
Scored).
Project abstract identifies name of the program, project intent and expected outcomes,
whether this is a school or district proposal, if this project previously received Challenge Grant
funds, number of gifted and non-gifted students to be served and grade level(s).
B. Project Need:
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Need for the project is feasible and supported with proven data, justifying the
proposed learning experiences and opportunities for achievement.
(20 points)
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Application clearly states the proposed
theoretical approach
intended, with alignment to
needs assessment and justification for the specified program as compared with current
programs so it is clear the project facilitates an
innovative redesign of instruction
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2.
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Application provides for a clear description of the particular needs of the gifted students to be
addressed for advanced levels of student achievement.
3.
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The
rationale
sufficiently describes the needs of gifted students and/or teachers and how the
proposed program will meet those needs.
4.
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Application aptly describes the
learning experiences and instructional resources
that will
offered and are not currently available in education
C. Project Design:
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Project objectives are measurable, achievable, and are aligned with project need;
activities are aligned with objectives; and the timeline is feasible.
(20 points)
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Goals and objectives
clearly state the knowledge, skills, and abilities students are expected to
acquire by the end of the program.
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Goals and objectives are clearly
aligned w
ith the Sunshine State Standards
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3.
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Curriculum content
is appropriate for gifted students, with a faster pace, greater complexity,
or alternative strategies.
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Timeline
is realistic with sufficient evidence of applicant’s ability to implement the project.
D. Program Implementation and Collaboration: (20 points)
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Project objectives are clearly stated with descriptions of the strategies to be used in
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accomplishing the project goals.
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2.
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Examples of
project activities and strategies
are appropriate and clearly lead to student
achievement.
3.
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Instructional methodology
is well described and appropriate for gifted students.
4.
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There is clear description of and justification for
special facilities, equipment, and materials
required for implementation of the project.
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5.
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The plan for implementing the project is sufficiently descriptive, including project objectives,
activities, strategies to ensure academic progress, and target population(s) for achieving
program goals and objectives.
6.
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The proposed
collaboration
is clearly described, with evidence of support.
7.
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Clear description of
supportive services
is provided and justified.
E. Student Population and Personnel:
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Program participants and personnel involved in the project
are clearly described.
(5 points)
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Proposal clearly describes
proposed impact on gifted students
, identified by age and/or grade,
with evidence of understanding the target population, specifically familiarity with the
characteristics and needs of gifted learners
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2.
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Personnel
projections clearly address project staff qualifications and responsibilities, sufficient
time to be spent on project activities, and funding source.
F.
Support for Strategic Imperatives:
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Project clearly and feasibly addresses reading initiatives and
incorporates one or more of the Florida State Board of Education (SBE) strategic imperatives in an
effective manner.
(3 points)
G. Dissemination / Marketing:
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Methods/strategies to disseminate and market information about
the project are thorough and effective.
(4 points)
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The
methods and/or strategies
to be used to disseminate information about the program to
other educators and audiences are clearly described and appropriate for the intent of the
program.
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The plan(s) for
sharing results
is clearly identified and significant.
H. Project Resources: (5 points)
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Describes an appropriate use of existing resources, including
physical facilities, equipment,
and educational materials to be used in the program,
and clearly justifies any need for
intended purchases.
2.
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Plan fully describes the rationale for the allocation of funds and how the
fiscal and materials
resources
will be used in a cost-effective manner.
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Evaluation:
Evaluation methods are comprehensive and likely to be effective.
(10 points)
1.
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The evaluation plan clearly describes strategies and criteria using quantitative and/or qualitative
measures for the measurable evaluation of stated objectives and assessment of student
academic performance. Proposal provides clear evidence of direct and frequent evaluation of
student academic performance to keep project on course and evidence growth.
2.
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Evaluation evidences a clear connection to accomplishment of the stated goals and objectives
aligned with the overall impact of the project and outcomes achieved. Strategies are clearly
intended to determine the success of the program. Plans to follow up the project activities
beyond the program period are clearly addressed.
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Budget:
Project budget presents items that are realistic, appropriate, and clearly reflect proposed
project objectives. Budget indicates what other financial support has been secured, if any.
(7
points)
K. Overall Program Design:
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Project clearly summarizes and provides a
general overview of the
intent
of the proposed project.
(6 points)
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1.
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Project effectively addresses the
purposes
of Challenge Grant Collaborative Curriculum
projects.
2.
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Overall quality
of the project’s intent with sufficient strategies to ensure equal access for
participants with a unique and exceptional approach to the priorities of the competition.
L. Appendix (Not Scored):
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Optional appendix for verification of assertions made in the proposal
with maps, photographs, illustrations, and letters of support or information for previously funded
programs.
Reporting Outcomes
A.
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Grantee must send at least one person to a
meeting to review the expectations for evaluation and
dissemination.
It will be beneficial to send the person responsible for compiling the narrative and
arranging for dissemination. Grant funds may be directed to cover the cost of travel and housing
for one contact person to attend the mandatory one-day state meeting to review project evaluation
guidelines as described in the application packet. Failure to have a representative attend may
impact future Challenge grant funding to the district.
B.
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Dissemination must include a written narrative about the project for inclusion in a DOE publication
geared to practitioners. It may also include additional printed materials, informational workshops,
or meetings, information on the World Wide Web, or presentations at state and area conferences or
school faculty meetings
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By
June 30, 2007
, project coordinators must complete and submit the
written narrative using the format attached in this RFP packet (see Project Summary), which will
include a project evaluation, to:
ESE Program Development and Services/Gifted Challenge Grants
Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services
Florida Department of Education
325 West Gaines Street, Room 601
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400
Funding Method
Quarterly Advance to Public Entity
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For quarterly advances of non-federal funding to state agencies
and LEAs made in accordance within the authority of the General Appropriations Act. Expenditures
must be documented and reported to DOE at the end of the project period. If audited, the recipient
must have expenditure detail documentation supporting the requested advances.
Fiscal Requirements
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Supporting documentation for expenditures is required for all funding methods. Examples of such
documentation include: invoices with check numbers verifying payment, and/or bank statements;
all or any of which must be available upon request.
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All funded projects and any subsequent amendments are subject to the procedures outlined in the
Department’s
Project Application and Amendment Procedures for Federal and State Programs
(Green Book) and in the
General Assurances for Participation in Federal and State Programs
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located in the Green Book, which can be accessed on-line at
http://www.firn.edu/doe/comptroller/gbook.htm. This document is an overview of grantor and
grantee responsibilities and is not inclusive of all requirements.
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The Challenge Grant Collaborative Curriculum funds are intended primarily for curriculum
development, instructional planning, and the implementation of redesigned, innovative curriculum.
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Funds may also be used for professional development and instructional resources not currently
provided by the school district that are necessary to meet instructional objectives.
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Allowable expenditures include the costs associated with appropriate staff for administering the
project, office materials and supplies, and all other relevant costs associated with the administration
of this project (travel reimbursement, meeting room rentals, consultant fees, printing, conference
registration fees, etc.).
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Non-allowable expenditures include any capital or facility improvements, entertainment,
refreshments (food or beverages), social or promotional activities or materials such as tee shirts,
certificates, social events, group photographs, refreshments, plaques and decorative items. Indirect
costs may not be charged to the Challenge Grant Collaborative Curriculum budget.
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No funds may be obligated prior to the approved budget period or after the project period ends.
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Project funds may not be used to purchase furniture or equipment without written approval from
the BEESS. At the option of BEESS, any equipment purchased with Challenge Grant Collaborative
Curriculum funds may become the property of the DOE upon termination of the project.
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As required by Florida law, section 1010.20, F.S., school districts must expend a minimum of 90%
of the funds generated for exceptional student education programs through the Florida Education
Finance Program (FEFP) for school-level costs aggregated for all such programs. In addition, such
costs must be reported in accordance with requirements of this law, Florida Education Finance Act
of 1973, and procedures defined in the
Financial and Program Cost Accounting and Reporting for
Florida Schools
, (Red Book).
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All project recipients must submit a completed DOE 399 form, Final Project Disbursement Report,
by the date specified on the DOE 200 form, Project Award Notification, and return any
unexpended general revenue funds by check issued to the DOE.
Notice of Intent-to-Apply
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The due date to notify the contact person of intent-to-apply is
December 30, 2005
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notification by e-mail to Donnajo.Smith@fldoe.org and include an e-mail address. Providing the
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intent-to-apply is not required for an application to be considered, but assists the applicant by assuring
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receipt of answers to frequently asked questions and competition updates. Conversely, eligible
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organizations which file an intent-to-apply are not required to apply.
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Method of Answering Frequently Asked Questions or Providing Changes
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The last date that questions will be answered is
January 5, 2006
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clarifications or addenda to the Request for Proposals will be addressed via e- mail contact to all who
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file an intent-to-apply.
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Conditions for Acceptance
1)
Application is received within DOE by the close of business on the due date.
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2)
Application includes required forms: DOE 101-Budget Narrative and DOE 100A-Application
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3)
All required forms have original signatures by authorized entity
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4)
Application must be submitted to:
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Office of Grants Management
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Florida Department of Education
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325 W. Gaines Street, Room 325
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Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0400
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NOTE:
Applications signed by officials other than the appropriate agency head must have a letter
signed by the agency head, or documentation citing action of the governing body delegating authority
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to the person to sign on behalf of said official. Attach the letter or documentation to the DOE 100A
when the application is submitted.
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Note:
Please indicate the title of the program and school district in Box A of the DOE 100A.
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Applicant must submit
one original and four copies
of a project proposal that consists of the
required forms and narrative.
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The narrative must be prepared in the order cited in Narrative Components, using a 12-point font,
1” margins, and single-sided typed 8.5 X 11-inch sized pages. Pages should be numbered and a
Table of Contents is recommended.
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Grants forms DOE 100A and DOE 101 may be accessed in PDF format at the following BEESS
web link: http://www.firn.edu/doe/commhome/granhome.htm. If using the forms from this web
link, applicant must insert the correct TAPS Number on the DOE 100A and on the DOE 101 inside
the top, right box of each form.
Method of Review
Proposals will be subject to technical review by the DOE and content review by a committee
representing school district programs and personnel understanding the special needs of gifted students.
It is anticipated that applicants will be notified of the review outcomes before or during May, 2006.
Program proposals will be evaluated and recommended for funding based on:
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Score received, based on the Scoring Criteria stated in this RFP,
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A geographic distribution across the state,
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An allocation of 20% to applicants from the ISRD as described in Target Population on page 1.
Attachments to the RFP
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Project Application Form (DOE 100A)
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Budget Narrative Form (DOE 101)
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Additional Assurances – All Projects
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Project Summary
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TAPS Number
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
07C041
Project Application
Please return to:
Florida Department of Education
Bureau of Grants Management
Room 325, Turlington Building
325 West Gaines Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0400
Telephone: (850) 245-0498
Suncom: 205-0498
A
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Program Name:
Challenge Grant Collaborative
Curriculum Project
Title of Program:
School District:
DOE USE ONLY
Date Received
B) Name and Address of Eligible Applicant:
Project Number (DOE Assigned)
C
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Total Funds Requested:
$
DOE USE ONLY
Total Approved Project:
$
D
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Applicant Contact Information
Contact Name:
Mailing Address:
Telephone Number:
SunCom Number:
Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
CERTIFICATION
I, ______________________________________________, (Please Type Name) do hereby certify that all facts, figures, and
representations made in this application are true, correct, and consistent with the statement of general assurances and specific
programmatic assurances for this project. Furthermore, all applicable statutes, regulations, and procedures; administrative and
programmatic requirements; and procedures for fiscal control and maintenance of records will be implemented to ensure proper
accountability for the expenditure of funds on this project. All records necessary to substantiate these requirements will be
available for review by appropriate state and federal staff. I further certify that all expenditures will be obligated on or after the
effective date and prior to the termination date of the project. Disbursements will be reported only as appropriate to this project,
and will not be used for matching funds on this or any special project, where prohibited.
Further, I understand that it is the responsibility of the agency head to obtain from its governing body the authorization for the
submission of this application.
E)
Signature of Agency Head
________________________________________________
DOE 100A
Revised 08/04
John L. Winn, Commissioner
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Instructions for Completion of DOE 100A
A.
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If not pre-printed, enter name of the program for which funds are requested.
B.
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Enter name and mailing address of eligible applicant. The applicant is the public or non-public entity
receiving funds to carry out the purpose of the project.
C.
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Enter the total amount of funds requested for this project.
D.
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Enter requested information for the applicant’s contact person. This is the person responsible for
responding to all questions regarding information included in this application.
E.
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The original signature of the appropriate agency head is required.
The agency head is the school
district superintendent, university or community college president, state agency commissioner or
secretary, or the president/chairman of the Board for other eligible applicants.
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Note:
Applications signed by officials other than the appropriate agency head identified above must
have a letter signed by the agency head, or documentation citing action of the governing body
delegating authority to the person to sign on behalf of said official. Attach the letter or documentation
to the DOE 100A when the application is submitted.
DOE 100A
Revised 08/04
John L. Winn, Commissioner
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A)
Name of Eligible Recipient:
TAPS Numbers
07C041
B)
Project Number:
(DOE USE ONLY)
Florida Department of Education
Budget Narrative Form
Challenge Grant Collaborative Curriculum Project
(1)
FUNCTION
(2)
OBJECT
(3)
ACCOUNT TITLE AND NARRATIVE
(4) FTE
POSITION
(5)
AMOUNT
C) TOTAL
$
DOE 101
Rev. 01/05
John L. Winn, Commissioner
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Instructions
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Budget Narrative Form
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This form should be completed based on the instructions outlined below, unless instructed otherwise in the Request for
Proposal (RFP) or Request for Application (RFA).
A.
Enter Name of Eligible Recipient.
B
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(DOE USE ONLY)
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COLUMN 1
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FUNCTION:
SCHOOL DISTRICTS ONLY:
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Use the four digit function codes as required in the Financial and Program Cost Accounting and Reporting for
Florida Schools Manual.
Column 2
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OBJECT:
SCHOOL DISTRICTS:
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Use the three digit object codes as required in the Financial and Program Cost Accounting and Reporting for
Florida Schools Manual.
COMMUNITY COLLEGES:
Use the first three digits of the object codes listed in the Accounting Manual for Florida’s Public Community
Colleges.
UNIVERSITIES AND STATE AGENCIES:
Use the first three digits of the object codes listed in the Florida Accounting Information Resource Manual.
OTHER AGENCIES:
Use the object codes as required in the agency’s expenditure chart of accounts.
COLUMN 3
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ALL APPLICANTS:
ACCOUNT TITLE:
Use the account title that applies to the object code listed in accordance with the agency's accounting
system.
NARRATIVE:
Provide a detailed narrative for each object code listed. For example:
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SALARIES
- describe the type(s) of positions requested. Use a separate line to describe each type of position.
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OTHER PERSONAL SERVICES
– describe the type of service(s) and an estimated number of hours for each type of
position. OPS is defined as compensation paid to persons, including substitute teachers not under contract, who are
employed to provide temporary services to the program.
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PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL SERVICES
- describe services rendered by personnel, other than agency personnel
employees, who provide specialized skills and knowledge.
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CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AND/OR INTER-AGENCY AGREEMENTS
- provide the agency name and description of the
service(s) to be rendered.
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TRAVEL
- provide a description of each type of travel to be supported with project funds, such as conference(s), in
district or out of district, and out of state. Do not list individual names. List individual position(s) when travel funds are
being requested to perform necessary activities.
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CAPITAL OUTLAY
- provide the type of items/equipment to be purchased with project funds.
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INDIRECT COST
- provide the percentage rate being used. Use the current approved rate. (Reference the DOE Green
Book for additional guidance regarding indirect cost.)
COLUMN 4 – MUST BE COMPLETED FOR ALL SALARIES AND OTHER PERSONAL SERVICES.
FTE
- Indicate the Full Time Equivalent (FTE based on the standard workweek for the type of position) number of
positions to be funded. Determine FTE by dividing the standard number of weekly hours (e.g., 35 hours) for the type
of position (e.g., teacher aide) into the actual work hours to be funded by the project.
COLUMN 5
AMOUNT -
Provide the budget amount requested for each object code.
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TOTAL
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Provide the total for Column (4) on the last page
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Must be the same amount as requested on the DOE-100A
or B.
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Fiscal Agency:
ADDITIONAL ASSURANCES – ALL PROJECTS
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(Name of School District)
Submission of this application hereby assures that the applicant and all participating
districts will implement the project consistent with the following requirements:
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Assurance is hereby provided that project funds will not be used to purchase furniture
or equipment without prior written approval from the BEESS. Upon termination of the
project, at the option of the BEESS, all equipment purchased with project funds will be
transferred to the location(s) specified by the BEESS, and all necessary property
records actions will be taken to transfer ownership to the DOE or its designee.
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Assurance is hereby provided that the fiscal agent for this project accepts
responsibility for implementing all project activities as specified in this application or
subsequent amendments, specifically including those of a regional or statewide
nature. The fiscal agent will ensure that activities essential to project effectiveness
including, but not limited to, reimbursement of travel expenses for persons from other
districts/agencies, employment of substitutes for teachers in other school districts, or
payment of consulting fees for persons to provide services to other school districts will
be implemented in an efficient and timely manner.
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Assurance is hereby provided that the project agrees to collaborate with other entities
(i.e., other agencies, districts, organizations, and other projects) during the project
year under the direction of BEESS staff.
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Assurance is hereby provided that products developed for statewide dissemination
will be submitted to content and policy review by the BEESS prior to any distribution
for other than awareness, field-test, or validation purposes. This fiscal agent will
ensure that product developers adhere to policies and procedures set forth in
“Guidelines for Project Publications,” available from the BEESS Clearinghouse
Information Center. The applicant will allow a minimum of four weeks for the BEESS
to complete the content and policy review of any product, and will also allow sufficient
time to make required revisions, have the revisions verified by the BEESS, and have
the final document reproduced.
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Assurance is hereby provided that any products produced by or developed in
connection with these projects remain the exclusive property of the State of Florida,
unless ownership has been explicitly waived. Products include all print, audio-visual,
computer programs, and Internet websites fully or partially developed with project
resources (fiscal and personnel resources). Such products must be pre-approved by
the designated contact person and must contain a funding statement acknowledging
the use of federal funds for development and dissemination. Questions regarding
product development, ownership, or funding statements should be directed to Arlene
Duncan, Supervisor, Clearinghouse Information Center at 850/ 245-0477; or E-mail:
Arlene.Duncan@fldoe.org.
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Assurance is hereby provided that fees will not be charged for any service provided
under the auspices of the project without prior written approval of the BEESS.
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Challenge Grant for the Gifted
Collaborative Curriculum Projects
2006-07 Project Summary
As stated in the Request for Proposals for the Collaborative Curriculum Projects Challenge Grant,
each Project Coordinator must submit to the DOE a written narrative about the project. This
narrative must describe the project components as outlined below, and will be included in a DOE
publication for dissemination to Florida’s school districts. Please submit your project summary
upon completion of the project but no later than
June 30, 2007,
to ESE Program Development and
Services/Gifted Challenge Grants, Florida Department of Education, 614 Turlington Building, 325
W. Gaines Street, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400.
School District: ________________________________________________________________
Project Title: ___________________________________________________________________
Project Rationale & Goals
Project Implementation
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Program Content and Activities (What was taught? How was it taught? What
learning experiences were provided? How was this a redesign of instruction?):
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Sunshine State Standards Addressed (List and cite only specific Sunshine State
Standards that were the
primary
focus of the project)
Nature of the Collaboration
(Collaboration is defined by The American Heritage Dictionary
[1985, 2
nd
edition] as working together in a joint intellectual effort. This requires intellectual
engagement beyond audience participation. What were the collaborative activities? What was the
purpose for the collaboration?):
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Participants (Who participated in the project?):
Participants Number Participants Number
Gifted students
Gifted teachers
General education students
General education teachers
ESE students
ESE teachers
Administrators
Parents
Florida Assistance Plus participants
Other participants
Community members
Total number of participants
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Student Population
(How many gifted students? At what grade level(s)?
15
¾
Personnel
(Describe the staff involved in the project ):
Program Evaluation
¾
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Assessment of
student performance
(
How
were students assessed? What were the
assessment
results
and how did they align to measurable goals? What was the
impact on participants?):
¾
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Project evaluation
(
How
was the project evaluated? What were the evaluation
results
?
Identify why or why not outcomes were achieved. Describe any
continuation plan.):
Budget
(What was the total program budget and how was it used?):
Dissemination Activities:
(How and when will information and results of the program be shared?
Contact Person
:
Name:
Position:
Phone:
Address:
Fax:
E-mail:
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