OSSE’s Grant Opportunities

District of Columbia Office of the State Superintendent of Education

Unique Morris-Hughes, PhDChief Operating Officer

April 2015

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OSSE Overview

• To remove barriers and create pathways for District residents to receive a great education and prepare them for success in college, careers, and life.

Mission

• As the standard bearer for public education in the District of Columbia, OSSE is uniquely positioned to advance the Mayor’s birth to 24 education agenda.

Vision

• Setting statewide policy and standards• Managing and distributing federal funds• Providing technical assistance and support• Exercising accountability to improve outcomes

Direct Responsibilities

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OSSE’S Budget

Federal and Local Funding$1.2B

Charter School

Payments$675M

Special Education

Transportation$93M

Non Public

Schools$74M

State Education

Agency$450M

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About the Office of Grants Management and ComplianceThe Grants Management and Compliance Office works cooperatively with the local and federal government, grant-making organizations and subgrantees to ensure that grants are managed properly and that government funds are spent in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Use the following links below for assistance with grant applications:• Apply for a US Department of Education Grant• OSSE Federal Grant Managers Point of Contact• Sequestration Update: Information for DC Local Education Agencies

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Highlight of Upcoming Grant Opportunities

Opportunities

SOAR Replication

and Growth

Farm Field Trip

SOAR Public Facilities Title V-B CSP Dissemination

SOAR Third Party

DC Physical Education Teacher

Dual Enrollment

McKinney Vento Homeless

Children and Youth Program

$200,000: Community

Schools Funding

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Q & A