Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 160-1-4-.298 - Title I Section 1003 School Improvement Digital Learning Grant

1. Purpose of Grant. The purpose of the grant is to provide funds for federally identified schools to meet digital learning needs. Funds will be used to support equity and access to the necessary tools and resources for digital learning and provide opportunities for school staff to stay connected with students.

2. Term and Conditions. Grants are awarded through a competitive process to eligible local educational agencies (LEA). LEA recipients must (1) respond to a need identified in its comprehensive needs assessment, (2) focus on virtual learning and remote access supports, and (3) include strong, moderate, or promising evidence-based interventions. Recipients must also agree to produce a report at the conclusion of the grant period. Grant award funds must be used during the federal fiscal year in which the funds are awarded.

3. Eligible Recipient(s). Eligible applicants must be LEAs serving Title I schools identified as either (1) comprehensive support and improvement, (2) targeted support and improvement, or (3) comprehensive support and improvement promise as defined by the Every Student Succeeds Act.

4. Criteria for Award. Georgia Department of Education staff will review applications for adherence to the terms and conditions described in the application. Funding will be awarded based on a per pupil expenditure. Funds are awarded for a one-year period.

5. Directions and Deadlines for Applying. Information about the grant can be found on the Division of School and District Effectiveness's webpage (https://www.gadoe.org/School-Improvement/School-Improvement-Services/Pages/default.aspx) or by contacting Amy Alderman, Program Manager, at aalderman@doe.k12.ga.us, Georgia Department of Education, 1854 Twin Towers East, 205 Jesse Hill Drive, Atlanta, GA 30334. Information about the grant will be shared with all eligible districts.

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Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 160-1-4-.298

O.C.G.A. § 20-2-240.

Original grant description entitled "Title I Section 1003 School Improvement Digital Learning Grant" submitted Apr. 2, 2020.