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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Request for Proposal/Application

I. Grant Overview

Division/Office

Division of Public Schools and Community Education, Bureau of

Instructional Support and Community Services, ESE Program Development

and Services

Title

Challenge Grant Collaborative Curriculum Projects

Funding

State

Authority

2002 General Appropriations Act, Line Item #131

Funding Purpose

The purpose is to enhance the academic performance of students who are

gifted through the innovative redesign of instruction and collaboration.

Funding Priorities

Priority will be given to projects that enhance the academic performance of

students who are gifted through the innovative redesign of instruction and

collaboration. Twenty percent of the funds will be allocated to

recommended applicants from the thirty-two districts that participate in the

Institute for Small and Rural Districts Gifted project.

Target Population

Public schools serving students who are gifted.

Eligible Applicants

Florida public school districts may submit up to five applications.

Type of Award

Discretionary Competitive

Total Funding Amount

Not to exceed $10,000.00 per applicant. School districts may submit a

maximum of five applications.

Funding Period

July 1, 2003 through June 30, 2004

Technical Support

Program Issues:

Donnajo Smith, 850/488-1106; Suncom: 278-1106;

Fax: 850/922-7088; E-mail: Donnajo.Smith@fldoe.org

Technical/Fiscal Issues:

Kay Arnold Caster, 850/413-9004; Suncom:

993-9004; Fax: 850/ 488-9840; E-mail: Kay.Caster@fldoe.org

Required Forms

Project Application Form (DOE 100A)

Budget Description Form (DOE 103)

Additional Assurances – All Projects

Application Due Date

February 21, 2003

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II. FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS

There are no federal requirements for this project.

III. STATE REQUIREMENTS

A. Required Assurances

In order to receive funding, applicants must have on file with the Florida Department of Education (DOE),

Office of the Comptroller, a signed statement by the agency head certifying adherence to general terms,

assurances, and conditions for participation in federal and state programs. The DOE has developed and

implemented a form,

General Application of Assurance for Federal and State Programs

, that addresses

compliance with the following:

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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.

This form is located in Section G of the

Project Application and Amendment Procedures for Federal and State

Grant Programs

(Green Book), and at the following website: http://www.firn.edu/doe/bin00007/gbook.htm. A

hard copy is available upon request.

The certification of adherence filed by school districts, community colleges, universities and state agencies with

the DOE 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.

B.

 

Florida Assistance Plus Program

Projects supported by federal and/or state funds must prioritize services provided, as appropriate, to lower

performing Florida public schools as identified in the Florida Assistance Plus program. The project application

must address how services will target these schools.

C.

 

Introduction

The Collaborative Curriculum Projects are intended to promote the innovative redesign of instruction and

improved student academic performance through collaboration.

  

Collaboration is defined by The American

Heritage Dictionary (1985, 2

nd

edition) as working together in a joint intellectual effort. It is expected that

this collaboration will enhance instruction and the academic performance of students by introducing new

perspectives, information, skills, and talents to instruction. Collaboration may be with general education

classrooms, classrooms for students with disabilities, other gifted classes, other schools or school districts,

professionals in a particular field who are willing to become mentors and share expertise, colleges or

universities, museums, and laboratories. These collaborative projects may involve face-to-face interaction or

coordination through the use of technology.

It is expected that 2003-2004 Challenge Grant recipients will disseminate information about their projects to

support replication and implementation in other classrooms. Dissemination must include a written narrative

to the Department of Education for inclusion in a DOE publication geared toward 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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Funds are intended primarily to support collaboration in curriculum development, instructional planning, and the

implementation of redesigned curriculum. Funds may be used for professional development (including release

time for planning or training in an innovative or exemplary program) and instructional resources (not currently

provided by the school district) that are essential to the project and necessary to meet instructional objectives.

IV. PROJECT APPLICATION

The project application must consist of the signed DOE 100A Project Application form, the DOE 103 Budget

Description form, the Assurances statements, and the narrative description as explained below. The required

forms DOE 100A and DOE 103 can also be found in electronic format at the website,

http://www.firn.edu/doe/commhome/granhome.htm.

  

The project narrative should be prepared using a 12-point

font size, 1” margins, and single sided typed 8.5 x 11-inch sized pages. Applications should be assembled in the

same order as described in this section.

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Project Application Form

(DOE 100A) – This form should be the cover or FIRST page of the project

application, identifying the project by the fund source and with the correct DOE tracking number. (Page

9)

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Budget Description Form

(DOE 103) – Budget forms should be completed and assembled NEXT. Each

budget page must be labeled with the project title, name of the appropriate fund source, and the DOE

tracking number at the top of the page and a subtotal or Grand Total at the bottom of the budget pages for

each fund source. (Page 11)

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Additional Assurances – All Projects

– This page specifies the applicant's adherence to additional

project requirements. These assurances must be submitted without modification as part of the completed

application document. Applications submitted without this page will not be recommended for funding.

Adherence to assurances is subject to monitoring by the DOE/BISCS. (Page 12)

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Project Abstract –

Without exceeding one page, state the name of the program and provide an abstract that

includes a summary of project objectives, activities, and expected outcomes. 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 students to be served. The summary

should consist of clear, concise statements that can be used by the DOE for a variety of purposes.

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Project Design

–Describe the proposed theoretical approach to be used by the project in meeting the

specified outcomes, including any general or special conditions, needs assessment activities, and existing

program capabilities.

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Rationale for Program –

Describe the rationale for offering the proposed program. What particular

needs of gifted students is this program designed to meet? How will this program provide opportunities

for advanced levels of achievement? What learning experiences and instructional resources will be

provided that are not available in the education programs of participating students?

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Redesign of Instruction -

Discuss how the proposed project facilitates an innovative redesign of

instruction. How is this project different from what has traditionally been done? If this is a continuation

of a previously funded project, describe the project accomplishments for the previous year and how the

proposed project will extend students’ learning.

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Program Content -

Specify the curriculum content to be addressed in the project. What will be taught?

References to appropriate literature may be used to justify curriculum. A plan for curriculum

development or selection should be provided if it is to be a project activity. Curriculum must be

developed with sensitivity to cultural diversity.

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Timelines -

Describe the instructional outline and schedule of the program with as much detail as

possible.

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Instructional Methodology

- Discuss the general instructional methodology to be used. The discussion

may focus on the techniques the teacher will be using in the instruction of the students. Examples of the

approach may be included.

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Activities -

Specify the activities and learning experiences that will be carried out to accomplish the

objectives for the project.

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Links to Sunshine State Standards -

List and cite the Sunshine State Standards that will support the

project goals and objectives and the program content.

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Project Implementation

– Describe project objectives, activities (including training, product development,

and evaluation strategies), timelines, and target population(s).

NOTE:

Curriculum must be developed with

sensitivity to cultural diversity. Each application must describe the general strategies to be used in

accomplishing the project goals. Potential strategies include, but are not limited to:

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investigation of a significant problem or issue;

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revision of existing plans or instructional procedures to ensure academic progress of atypical gifted

students (underachievers, learning disabled, emotionally handicapped, etc.);

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collaborative planning with institutions of higher education;

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expansion of program options available to gifted students;

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development or implementation of more effective intervention strategies in an instructional setting to

result in higher student achievement;

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provision of inservice training for personnel involved in the education of gifted students;

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more effective utilization of community resources; and

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listing goals and objectives for the students participating in the project, including knowledge, skills, and

abilities that students are expected to acquire by the end of the program.

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Collaboration

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Describe the nature of the collaboration, specifically how the group with whom the

collaboration will take place will work together in a joint intellectual effort. Include the grade level(s) of the

gifted students involved in the project activities, and the purpose for the collaboration in enhancing the

academic achievement of the gifted students. Do not list names of people; list titles or categories (e.g.,

Professor of Anthropology, primary gifted students at Kennedy School, etc.). Attach letters of support or

commitment as appropriate.

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Supplemental Services –

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 support services might be provided by, but are not limited to, media specialists,

technology specialists, FDLRS staff, etc.

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Target Population –

Specify the number and grade level(s) of students who will participate in the proposed

project. Gifted students must be the target population with collaboration aimed at enhancing their academic

achievement. The participation of non-gifted students must be directly related to the enhanced academic

achievement of the gifted students. For example, can this project be successful without the participation of

non-gifted students? Describe the setting for the project that will justify the importance of the proposed

learning experiences for the target population. Include demographic information as appropriate.

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Project Resources (Personnel)

– Provide information regarding all personnel who will be employed by

the project, and other key personnel who will make significant contributions to the implementation of the

project.

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Project Staffing Plan

– Provide a brief description of the staff organization plan for the project.

Specify by position the personnel who have administrative responsibility for this project. List by

position title (not name) all personnel, including contracted personnel, to be employed by this project.

Specify certification or qualifications for participating in this project, amount of time to be spent on

project activities, whether the position will be paid out of project funds, and the responsibilities of the

proposed position.

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Personnel Projections

– List by position title all personnel, including contracted personnel, to be

employed by this project. If there are key personnel making significant contributions to the

implementation of the project who are not employed by the project (e.g., a project director or

evaluation personnel), these persons should also be listed by position title. 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 for 3 weeks, or 2 FTE for 10 months each).

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Project Evaluation

– Describe the evaluation procedures, both quantitative and qualitative, which will be

used to determine the success of the program, accomplishment of project goals and objectives, and to

make improvements in subsequent programs. Provide samples of evaluation instruments if appropriate.

Each project coordinator must complete a written narrative about the project, which includes the project

evaluation, for inclusion in a DOE publication geared toward practitioners.

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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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A worksheet outlining the format for the narrative is included at the end of the application packet.

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The narrative must be submitted by the project coordinator upon completion of the project to the DOE

by June 30, 2004. Future consideration of applications will be contingent upon timely submission of

the project narrative.

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Submit the project narrative to:

ESE Program Development and Services/Challenge Grants

Bureau of Instructional Support and Community Services

Florida Department of Education

Turlington Building, Room 614

325 West Gaines Street

Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400

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Student Evaluation

– Describe the provisions for direct and frequent assessment of student academic

performance. Discuss how such performance data will be used for making project changes and appropriate

changes in students’ individual educational programs. Objective and subjective measures should be clearly

described.

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Project Resources (General)

– Provide the following descriptions.

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Existing physical, material, and personnel resources, to be contributed by the applicant or other entity,

which will directly support project implementation. Applicants should include a discussion of

physical, material (equipment and supplies), and personnel resources.

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The overall plan and rationale for the allocation of funds within the budget and a specific description

of how the fiscal and material resources will be used in a cost-effective manner to support project

implementation.

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Discuss any plans to continue the project activities beyond the funding period.

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Describe the physical facilities, equipment, and educational materials to be used in the program.

Special facilities might include, but are not limited to, science labs, computer 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 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.

V. FISCAL REQUIREMENTS

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Funds are intended primarily for curriculum development, instructional planning, and the implementation

of redesigned, innovative curriculum. However, funds may also be used for professional development

(including release time for planning or training in an innovative or exemplary program) and instructional

resources not currently provided by the school district that are necessary to meet instructional objectives.

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No expenditures are allowed for food, social, or promotional activities or materials such as tee shirts,

certificates, social events, group photographs, refreshments, plaques, and, with certain exceptions for

residential programs, and meals.

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Indirect costs may not be charged to the Challenge Grant Collaborative Curriculum project budget.

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General Revenue funds are distributed on a quarterly basis. General revenue discretionary projects are

required to submit a final Project Budget Summary and Disbursement Report (FA 399) to the DOE

Comptroller’s Office.

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Any unexpended funds must be returned via a check to the DOE Comptroller’s Office, on or before

November 20, 2004 and clearly identify the project for which funds are being returned.

VI. APPLICATION PROCEDURES

What to Submit

Applicants must submit five copies of the completed application. One of the five copies submitted must bear

an original signature. It is recommended that the signature be made in an ink color other than black to help

reviewers determine which is the original signature copy. The original and copy may be stapled, but no other

binding will be acceptable.

Conditions for Acceptance

To be accepted for further consideration, all applications submitted to the DOE must include a completed

form DOE 100A with the original signature of the superintendent. A letter of authorization to sign on behalf

of said official must accompany applications signed by an official other than the superintendent.

Where to Submit

Bureau of Grants Management

Florida Department of Education

Turlington Building, Room 325

325 West Gaines Street

Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0400

Due Date

February 21, 2003, by 5:00p.m. The due date is absolute. Any application received after the identified date and

time shall be deemed disqualified and will not be reviewed.

Application Review Procedures

Applications will be subject to technical review by the DOE and content review by a committee representing

school district programs. It is anticipated that applicants will be notified of the review outcomes during May,

2003. Program proposals will be evaluated and recommended for funding based on:

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the criteria included in the Reviewer’s Rating Sheet (pages 13-16);

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the geographic distribution of programs across the State; and

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Twenty percent (20%) of the funds will be allocated to recommended applicants from the thirty-two districts

that participate in the Institute for Small and Rural Districts (ISRD).

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Attachments

Project Application Form (DOE 100A), Page 9

Budget Description Form (DOE 103), Page 11

Additional Assurances – All Projects, Page 12

Reviewer’s Rating Sheet, Pages 13-16

Project Summary, Pages 17-18

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Instructions for Completion of DOE 100A

A.

If not pre-printed, enter name of the program for which funds are requested.

B.

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.

Enter the total amount of funds requested for this project.

D.

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.

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 or the 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.

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

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) 488-6304

Suncom:278-6304

A

)

Program Name:

Challenge Grants: Collaborative Curriculum

Projects, School Year 2003-2004

DOE USE ONLY

Date Received

B) Name and Address of Eligible Applicant:

Project Number (DOE Assigned)

D

)

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.

DOE 100A

Revised 03/02

Charlie Crist, Commissioner

TAPS Number

C

)

Total Funds Requested:

$

DOE USE ONLY

Total Approved Project:

$

E) ________________________________________________

Signature of Agency Head

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Instructions

Budget Description Form

This form should be completed based on the required information as outlined in the Request for Proposal

(RFP) or Request for Application (RFA).

A.

Enter name of eligible recipient.

B

.

DOE use only.

COLUMN 1

SCHOOL DISTRICT APPLICANTS ONLY:

FUNCTION: Use the four digit function codes as described in the Financial and Program Cost Accounting

and Reporting for Florida Schools Manual.

COLUMN 2

OBJECT:

SCHOOL DISTRICT APPLICANTS:

Use the three digit object codes as described in the Financial and Program Cost Accounting

and Reporting for Florida Schools Manual.

COMMUNITY COLLEGE APPLICANTS:

Use the five digit object codes as described in the Accounting Manual for Florida’s Public

Community Colleges.

UNIVERSITY AND STATE AGENCY APPLICANTS:

Use the six digit object codes as described in the Florida Accounting Information Resource

System.

OTHER AGENCY APPLICANTS:

Use the object codes as described in the agency’s expenditure chart of accounts.

COLUMN 3

ALL APPLICANTS:

DESCRIPTION

:

Provide a specific expenditure description for each budget item.

COLUMN 4

ALL APPLICANTS:

AMOUNT: Provide the budget amount requested for funding each item in the project application.

C.

Provide the total of all budget items in Column (4). If there are multiple pages enter the total on the last page

only.

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Name of Eligible Recipient

A)

      

B)

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Budget Description Form

Challenge Grants: Collaborative Curriculum Projects, School Year 2003-2004

(1)

FUNCTION

(2)

OBJECT

(3)

DESCRIPTION

(4)

AMOUNT

C) TOTAL $

DOE 103

Rev. 03/02 Charlie Crist, Commissioner

TAPS Number

Project Number (DOE Assigned)

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ADDITIONAL ASSURANCES - ALL PROJECTS Fiscal Agent:

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 DOE/BISCS. Upon termination of the project, at the option of the

DOE/BISCS, all equipment purchased with project funds will be transferred to the location(s) specified by

the DOE/BISCS, and all necessary property records actions will be taken to transfer ownership to the DOE

or its designee.

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All resources will be available for the purpose described in the project application should the project be

funded.

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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 products developed for statewide dissemination will be submitted to

content and policy review by the DOE/BISCS 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 BISCS Clearinghouse

Information Center. The applicant will allow a minimum of four weeks for the BISCS 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 BISCS, 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

850/488-1879; Suncom: 278-1879; Fax: 850/921-8246; 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 DOE/BISCS.

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Florida Department of Education

Division of Public Schools and Community Education

Bureau of Instructional Support and Community Services

Challenge Grants for the Gifted

Collaborative Curriculum Projects

Reviewer Rating Sheet

Applicant: _____________________________________________________________________

Project Title: ___________________________________________________________________

DOE Geographic Region: ________________________________ ISRD member: yes no

Overall Rating Points: __________ Ranking Within Region: __________

Reviewer: _____________________________________________________________________

Project Overview

Circle Yes or No for each criterion indicating whether or not the criterion is present in the application.

Yes No The project targets gifted students.

Yes No The project addresses, as appropriate, how services will target those schools identified in

the Florida Assistance Plus program.

Yes No The project promotes meaningful collaboration between gifted students, teachers and

others. 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.

Yes No The project and collaboration enhance instruction and academic performance of

gifted students.

Yes No The project introduces new information, skills, talents, and perspectives to

instruction for gifted students.

Rate each application criterion on a scale of 0-4 with 4 indicating excellence.

PROGRAM DESIGN

4 3 2 1 0 Strong

rationale

provided for the project.

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4 3 2 1 0 Description of

school and community environment

that justifies the importance

of the proposed learning experiences.

4 3 2 1 0

Goals and objectives

clearly state the knowledge, skills, and abilities students are

expected to acquire by the end of the program.

4 3 2 1 0

Goals and objectives

will lead to improved student academic performance.

4 3 2 1 0

Strategies

for accomplishing program objectives appropriate for program goals

and objectives.

Project Design Strengths:

Project Design Weaknesses:

PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION

4 3 2 1 0

Curriculum

 

content

appropriate for gifted students.

4 3 2 1 0 Curriculum indicates a sensitivity to

cultural diversity

.

4 3 2 1 0

Instructional methodology

appropriate for gifted students.

4 3 2 1 0

Project activities

will lead to accomplishment of project goals and objectives.

4 3 2 1 0

Sunshine State Standards

clearly relate to project goals and objectives and are

accurately cited.

4 3 2 1 0 Project facilitates an innovative

redesign of instruction.

4 3 2 1 0

Collaboration

clearly supports the academic achievement of gifted students.

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.

4 3 2 1 0 Detailed

timeline

is provided.

4 3 2 1 0 Description of

supplemental services

is provided.

4 3 2 1 0 Clear justification for

special facilities, equipment, and materials

.

Project Implementation Strengths:

Project Implementation Weaknesses:

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STUDENT POPULATION

4 3 2 1 0 Number and grade level(s) of participating

students

are clearly described.

PERSONNEL

4 3 2 1 0

Personnel

projections clearly address qualifications, time to be spent on project

activities, funding source, and responsibilities.

Student Population and Personnel Strengths:

Student Population and Personnel Weaknesses:

PROGRAM EVALUATION

Evaluation plan

clearly describes strategies and criteria using quantitative and/or qualitative measures

for the evaluation of

4 3 2 1 0 direct and frequent

student academic performance

.

4 3 2 1 0 clear connection to the

stated goals and objectives

4 3 2 1 0 the

overall impact

of the project.

Project Evaluation Strengths:

Project Evaluation Weaknesses:

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FISCAL REQUIREMENTS

4 3 2 1 0 Clear rationale for and description of the

allocation of funds

.

4 3 2 1 0 Appropriate use of

existing resources

.

4 3 2 1 0 Funds used in a

cost-effective

manner to support project implementation.

Fiscal Requirements: Strengths:

Fiscal Requirements: Weaknesses:

OVERALL PROGRAM DESIGN

Rate each application’s overall program design on a scale of 0-4 with 4 indicating excellence.

4 3 2 1 Project effectively addresses

purposes

of Challenge Grant: Collaborative

Curriculum Projects.

4 3 2 1

Overall quality

of the project.

__________/100 Overall rating points (Add numerical ratings for criteria listed above.)

Overall Program Design Strengths:

Overall Program Design Weaknesses:

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Challenge Grants for the Gifted

Collaborative Curriculum Projects

2003-2004 Project Summary

As stated in the Request for Proposals/ Applications for the Collaborative Curriculum Projects Challenge Grant,

each Project Coordinator must submit to the Department of Education 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, 2004,

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

Program Content and Activities (What was taught? How was it taught? What learning experiences were

provided? How was this a redesign of instruction?):

Sunshine State Standards Addressed (List and cite the 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?):

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)? Other students?):

Personnel (Describe the staff that were involved in the project):

Project Evaluation

Assessment of student performance (

How

were students assessed? What were the assessment

results

?):

Project evaluation (

How

was the project evaluated? What were the evaluation

results

?):

Budget

(What was the total program budget and how was it used?):

Contact Person

:

Name:

Position:

Phone:

Address:

Fax:

E-mail: