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Be sure that you clearly address the following components of the grant:
Statement of Need
- Describe the area of student achievement you wish to address.
- Provide any data that supports the need.
- Please include how this grant addresses district and school initiatives.
- Keep the statement simple and straightforward.
Description of Proposed Project/Activity
- Show how the project supports the purpose/need and objective.
- List steps to be followed in project implementation.
- Include a simple timeline of when you will conduct each step of the project.
- Be specific.
Objectives
- Limit the number of objectives. We suggest three to five.
- Imply or state evaluation method in the statement of objectives.
- Using measurable, numerical data when applicable.
Innovation
- Provide compelling reasons why the proposed project/activity is innovative or creative.
Evaluation
- Relate your evaluation to stated objectives.
- Indicate how you will measure the success of your objectives. Use data where possible.
- Example #1: Objective: 100 percent of students will write about their pre- and post-activities. Evaluation strategy: 100 percent of students to assess project conducted via short responses, lab work and quizzes. Example #2: Objective: Three teachers effectively use new technology. Evaluation Strategy: Three teachers record number of times new technology used as well as teachers recording notes of ease of use, implementation and noting any challenges.
Partners
- Utilize partners and resources from partners when available; for example, PTA/PTO, City of Springfield, Lions Club, TEAM Springfield, Rotary, neighborhoods, parents, non-profit organization, business partner, another school, etc.
- Explain their roles and their contribution or support to the project.
Language/Jargon
Please note that the review committee is comprised of non-educators. Please use terms and descriptions that anyone can grasp.
