mathematics/science partnerships u.s. department of education: new program grantees
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Mathematics/Science Partnerships
U.S. Department of Education: New Program Grantees.
Agenda
Welcome MSP Overview The Law Roles and Responsibilities Closing
MSP Overview Math/Science Partnerships is a formula grant
that is authorized under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), as amended by No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB).
Formula grant programs are noncompetitive awards based on a predetermined formula established by statute.
As long as Congress appropriates funds for Math/Science Partnerships, funds will continue to flow to SEA’s with approved applications.
Math/Science Partnership Overview
States distribute funds ona competitive basis to
partnerships consisting of Arts and Science faculty at an IHE and a “high need” local education agency.
U.S. Department of Education
Program Cycle
Funds are released to the
States through a formula grant
(number of students at
poverty rates).
Congress appropriates
funds for program.
States fund winning project proposals. States submit an
abstract of funded proposals to U.S.
Department of Education .
Projects submit annual/final reports to
U.S. Department of Education within 60
days of cycle completion.
MSP Conceptual Model
Develop partnership of high-need school districts and an IHE’s science, technology, engineering, mathematics faculty
Develop partnership of high-need school districts and an IHE’s science, technology, engineering, mathematics faculty
Improve classroom instruction
Improve classroom instruction
Provide professional development to strengthen teachers’ content knowledge
Provide professional development to strengthen teachers’ content knowledge
Improve student achievement in mathematics and science
Improve student achievement in mathematics and science
The Law
MSP programs must follow two sets of guidance. The Statute (in your folders) EDGAR
MSP Overview
Purpose Mathematics and Science Partnerships
program (MSP) is intended to increase the academic achievement of students by enhancing the content knowledge and teaching skills of classroom teachers.
Math/Science Partnership
• Eligible Partnerships
– Must include (1) the High-Need LEA & (2) the IHE/STEM faculty.
– In addition, may include other (1)STEM or teacher training departments at IHE’s, (2) additional LEA’s, public charter schools, or a consortium (3) a business, or (4) a nonprofit or for-profit organization of demonstrated effectiveness in improving the quality of mathematics and science teachers.
High-need LEA and/or Schools
IHE’s and STEM Faculty
The Law Highlights from the statute.*
Purpose & Partnerships (Sec. 2201, pg 1).** Duration & Supplement, Not Supplant (Sec.
2202, 3&4, pg 3). Authorized Activities (Sec 2202, (c),pg 4-5). Evaluation and Accountability Plan
(Sec.2202, (e), pg. 6). Annual Progress Reports
(Sec.2202, (f), pg. 6)*In your packet.**Already covered
The Law
Allowable Costs No Alcohol No Entertainment Meals (clarified guidance…see attachment) Federal Funds may not be used to purchase
instructional materials for the students of teachers.*
*Instructional materials can only be purchased for the teacher involved in the PD program.
**All costs must be project related and reasonable.***If you have questions about allowable costs
please contact your State Coordinator.
MSP Roles & Responsibilities
The role of the Department of Education.
The role of the State Education Agency.
The role of the Project.
Roles & Responsibilities
U.S. Department of Education Overall administration of the program
Working closely with the States Technical Assistance
To SEA and all programs and partnerships Monitors formula grants to the state Generates findings based on the data
(GPRA) from APR’s and reports these findings to Congress
Roles & Responsibilities State Education Agency (SEA)
34 C.F.R. Section 80.40 : Monitoring and reporting program performance Responsible for managing day-to-day operations of
grant and subgrant activities. Monitor activities to ensure compliance. Monitor each projects’ activity in accordance with
Federal and State Regulations. Assess and evaluate projects activities. Ensure projects’ implementation is consistent with
subgrant application Ensure accurate and timely submission of Annual
Progress Reports
Roles & Responsibilities
Projects Performs the duties of the program
(Develops & implement the PD). Prepares the projects APR to submit to the
SEA. Evaluation of the Program SEA’s are the grantees primary contact.*Contact SEA’s for assistance when needed.
Roles & Responsibilities Program Evaluation
The Federal Government, SEA, and Projects all have a role in collecting program evaluations and data.
Government Performance Reports Act (GPRA) indicators is a government reporting requirement for this program. Teacher Content Knowledge Student Achievement Evaluation Design Efficiency
Fiscal Responsibility
Programs must follow fiscal responsibilites in accordance with their states’ statute. Performance dates (start and end dates). Obligating and drawdown of funds. Allowable costs specific to the state. Fiscal Monitoring Other fiduciary aspects.
Closing
Considerations: Math/Science Partnerships is a formula
grant given to the State. Get to know your state coordinator and ask questions.
Many projects experience difficulty collecting data.1. Pretest & Posttest your teachers.2. Have a plan to collect relevant student
data.
Closing
Considerations continued… Remember the dates and deadlines;
1. State-determined start date and end date for your project.
2. You have 60 days after your performance period ends to submit an APR to the Department of Education. Your state may require you to turn in the APR
sooner. All APR’s must be completed using the On-line
reporting system.
Closing Considerations continued…
Base your PD on the needs assessment of the LEA or School.
Have a thoughtful recruiting process. Think about the teachers that would most
benefit from the PD. Then think about how to get those teachers
in the program. Make sure all partners are committed to
getting these teachers the PD they need; including the building principal.
Resources Online Grantee Training
www.humtech.com/DOED/Grants/ Guide to U.S. Department of Education
Programs www.ed.gov/programs/landing.jhtml?src=rt
MSP websites http://www.ed-msp.net/protected/index.jsp?.lat=null http://apr.ed-msp.net/users/login http://hub.mspnet.org/
EDGAR www.ed.gov/policy/fund/reg/edgarReg/edgar.html