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AspireIT
NCWIT University of Colorado Campus Box 322 UCB Boulder, CO 80309 [email protected]
National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) www.ncwit.org | www.aspirations.org | [email protected]
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Request For Proposal Announcement
NCWIT AspireIT Middle School Outreach Program Grants The National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) is pleased to announce the NCWIT AspireIT Middle School Outreach 2013-14 grant cycle for programs (designed and) implemented through 12/31/2014. The NCWIT AspireIT Middle School Outreach Program matches Aspirations in Computing Award recipients with participating Academic Alliance or K-12 Alliance members to create and run computing-related outreach programs for middle school girls- such as after-school programs, summer camps, clubs, or weekend conferences. Inspired by the desire of young women in computing to "pay it forward," NCWIT AspireIT aims to employ a "near-peer" approach that provides middle school girls with a positive, sustained experience of learning and creating computing alongside their peers in high school and college. The overall intent of the NCWIT AspireIT Program for Middle School girls is to: » Increase positive attitudes and views towards the fields of computing and I.T. (broad definition) » Increase knowledge of opportunities in information technology » Develop confidence around technical abilities » Increase positive perception of selves » Increase interest in pursuing technology fields » Increase confidence in participant’s technical potential » Increase awareness of opportunities for women in technology » Decrease apprehension about entering a male-dominated field
Who is eligible to apply: This funding is open to Aspirations in Computing Award recipients (from any year and including runner-ups) working in partnership with an NCWIT Academic Alliance member or K-12 Alliance member Partner. Please visit http://www.ncwit.org/alliances for more information and a list of NCWIT Academic and K-12 Alliance members. NCWIT encourages past NCWIT AspireIT Middle School Outreach grant recipients to apply. Funding for the NCWIT AspireIT program has been graciously donated by Intel, Northrop Grumman, and Google. Timeline:
RFP released November 22, 2013
Deadline for Proposal Submission January 24, 2014, Midnight, MST
Review of Applications January 24 to February 7, 2014
Awards announced February 7, 2014
Number of Awards Available 20-30
Award Amounts Up to $3000, grants are expected to average $1000 to $3000 each
Matching Requirements There is no fiscal match requirement.
AspireIT
NCWIT University of Colorado Campus Box 322 UCB Boulder, CO 80309 [email protected]
National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) www.ncwit.org | www.aspirations.org | [email protected]
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Desired Outcomes
Each NCWIT AspireIT program should be designed to achieve the intended program outcomes
including:
Middle School Participants (Students and Parents) » Early exposure to computing – Each program introduces participants to technology and
computing concepts in a fun engaging, all-girl environment, igniting the “technology spark” so girls (and parents) are informed and ready to enter tech courses in high school.
» A “near-peer” mentor relationship - NCWIT AspireIT capitalizes on a "near-peer" approach, giving middle school girls a fun, inspiring introduction to technology from young women just a few years ahead of them in the pipeline. Each program provides high-quality, inspiring, computing education and outreach with long-term impact potential.
» A peer group – Each program engages middle school girls in learning computing in an all-girl environment to create a peer group of like-minded girls to combat negative stereotypes about girls in technology.
Program Leaders (Aspirations Award recipients leading the NCWIT AspireIT programs
» Leadership, technical skill, and resume building – Each program creates leadership opportunities for Aspirations in Computing alums to share their passion and knowledge of computing in a formal, paid leadership role.
» Mentorship/Sponsorship - Academic Alliance and K-12 Alliance members work with the young women leading the program, establishing a mentor/sponsor relationship for each program leader supporting her success in computing disciplines.
Program/Fiscal Partner (these are the K-12 or Academic Alliance members)- » Meaningful Computing Outreach Programs – Academic Alliance and K-12 Alliance
member organizations fully engage with qualified, excited program leaders to offer meaningful computing outreach programs.
Program Requirements
Requirements for NCWIT AspireIT Middle School Outreach Programs include: » NCWIT AspireIT funded programs MUST be a partnership between one or more Aspirations in
Computing award recipients (winners and runner-ups, national and affiliate) and an NCWIT Academic Alliance member or a K-12 Alliance member organization. If additional partners are involved the NCWIT Academic or K-12 Alliance member must fulfill the agreements below. If there is more than one alliance member, you will need to identify who will be the Partner/Fiscal Partner “core/primary” contact and fulfill the agreements on behalf of the team.
» Each of the partners should be engaged in the program in a meaningful way by recruiting participants, and/or additional resources, expertise, facilities, and/or access to career exploration opportunities.
» Programs must follow the theme: "Girls, Technology, and Social Change." All programs must focus on building computing skills and knowledge. All programs must also have an
AspireIT
NCWIT University of Colorado Campus Box 322 UCB Boulder, CO 80309 [email protected]
National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) www.ncwit.org | www.aspirations.org | [email protected]
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element that includes researching, studying, and addressing a social issue in the community. Examples: Girls will create an app that shows where to find recycling centers for various goods. Girls use computing and social media to help expand access to health needs in underserved areas. Participants design games to help students learn about the environment.
» NCWIT AspireIT programs must build on the strengths of the Program Leaders and Alliance Partners. For example: If you are into robotics, leverage that passion and host a robotics programming workshop. Or if cyber-security is a big part of the curriculum at your local university, use that expertise to build a cyber-security program. If you are unsure of which direction to take, use the list of curriculum to inspire your theme and programming. Some examples include:
Put on a one or two-week programming day camp for middle school girls during the
summer, Winter break or Spring break using Alice, Scratch or Kodu.
Host a series of Saturday workshops during the school year with a sampler of robotics,
programming, game design and circuitry.
Start a club with a local middle school or youth organization (Girl Scouts, 4H, Boys &
Girls Club, etc.) and work with the girls to explore all aspects of IT fields over a
semester or even year round.
Collaborate with a youth organization or school to bring programming and IT activities to
an existing organized program or series of programs like a day camp or weekend
workshop.
» NCWIT AspireIT Programs must include a “career discovery” component, whereby middle school participants are shown opportunities for women in the Information Technology field, as a university course of study or career.
» NCWIT AspireIT Programs can be designed in the form of an After-School Program or Club, a Summer Camp, a Weekend Workshop, a series of Workshops, or the like.
Sample Schedules include: Monday through Friday, 9am – 12pm, one to three weeks in the summer
Every Monday After-School, 3:30 – 5:15 for 10 weeks
Saturday Workshop: 9am – 5pm, three Saturdays over the course of a semester
» At least 15 Middle School girls must complete the full program as designed. (You may need to recruit more to compensate for attrition.)
» Programs must have at least eight (6) hours of curriculum/contact between Program Leaders (award recipients) and Middle School girls.
» Middle School Girls are those entering or in Grades 6, 7, and 8, and are between the ages of 11-14.
» Programs’ core curriculum (main purpose to convene) must be related to Information Technology and Computing. Information Technology, as defined by NCWIT, includes 1.) all forms of technology used to create, store, exchange and use information in its various forms; and 2.) the design and use of computers and communications to improve the way we live, learn, work and play.
AspireIT
NCWIT University of Colorado Campus Box 322 UCB Boulder, CO 80309 [email protected]
National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) www.ncwit.org | www.aspirations.org | [email protected]
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» Programs may utilize one or more of the curricula in the Approved Curriculum list. Any deviation from this list requires prior approval. To obtain approval for a non-listed curriculum, please provide a link or PDF that details the program components with your application. Any curriculum that is used for NCWIT AspireIT must be “non-infringing” and implementers are responsible for purchasing curriculum licenses if required. Aspirations in Computing Award recipients may form a committee or team of Program Leaders
to plan and implement the NCWIT AspireIT Middle School Outreach Program. At least one of
the members of the team must be an Aspirations Award recipient to serve as leader and fulfill
the agreements with NCWIT. If there is more than one award recipient, you will need to
identify who will be the Program Leader core contact and fulfill the agreements on behalf of the
team.
Selection Criteria
The following elements will be taken into consideration during the review process: » Quality of program design. Is the program designed to achieve the intended NCWIT AspireIT
outcomes?
» Fulfillment of the NCWIT AspireIT program requirements
» Previous computing program implementation experience of the team members.
» Number of girls projected to participate and total hours of program time
» Demonstrated commitment to reaching desired outcomes of the NCWIT AspireIT Program
» Demonstrated commitment to evaluation and post-program tasks
» Support Letter from NCWIT Academic Alliance or K-12 Alliance Partner
» Leadership and partnership of team members
Selection Committee: A selection committee of NCWIT staff and volunteers will review and score applications to make a determination for funding.
AspireIT
NCWIT University of Colorado Campus Box 322 UCB Boulder, CO 80309 [email protected]
National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) www.ncwit.org | www.aspirations.org | [email protected]
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Additional Information: Roles and Responsibilities page 6 Application Submission Instructions page 8 Pre-Program Tasks page 10 Post-Program Tasks page 10 Glossary page 11 FAQ page 12 PDF (of application to be completed online) Click here Budget samples Click here Curriculum Click here Toolkit Click here
Disclaimer: NCWIT, in connection with these grants which will be awarded hereunder, will be providing guidance to award recipients only, and will not assist in implementing, staffing, or running any programs for award recipients. We will also not offer any legal advice in connection with an award program. Please consult with an attorney regarding any legal questions you may have. Do not disregard any legal advice, nor delay seeking legal advice or representation, because of something you read or see in materials or other guidance provided by NCWIT. By applying for a grant from NCWIT, you agree that NCWIT is not liable for any claim, loss or damage, of any kind, directly or indirectly resulting from your use of any material, information or other resources provided by NCWIT in connection with any grant awarded or program implemented by your organization with the funds provided from such grant. In addition, these materials provide links to various websites. The links are provided in these materials solely as a convenience, and we are not liable for any information contained therein.
AspireIT
NCWIT University of Colorado Campus Box 322 UCB Boulder, CO 80309 [email protected]
National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) www.ncwit.org | www.aspirations.org | [email protected]
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Roles and Responsibilities
Program Leaders and Program/Fiscal Partners By submitting a proposal, Program Leaders (award recipients) and Program/Fiscal Partners (K-12 or Academic Alliance members) commit to do the following items if their proposal is funded:
» Participate in NCWIT’s national evaluation of the program as needed (both Program Leader
and Program/Fiscal Partner).
» Participate in NCWIT AspireIT orientation (both Program Leader and Program/Fiscal
Partner via web conference with NCWIT AspireIT Program Manager)
» Mail in Program Leader survey(s), Program/Fiscal Partner survey(s) and Program
Participant surveys for all participants within 30 days of program end (submitted by
Program Leader in partnership with Program/Fiscal Partner- see post-program tasks).
» Secure media release from each participant’s parent and provide copies to NCWIT so that
NCWIT may use photographs on NCWIT website or other materials within 30 days of
program end (submitted by Program Leader in partnership with Program/Fiscal Partner-
see post-program tasks).
» Submit photos to NCWIT within 30 days of program end (submitted by Program Leader in
partnership with Program/Fiscal Partner- see post-program tasks).
» Secure appropriate permission agreements from each participant’s parent- prior to event
» Submit a Final Report within 30 days of event end (submitted by Program Leader in
partnership with Program/Fiscal Partner- see post-program tasks).
» Submit a final Budget within 30 days of event end (submitted by Program/Fiscal Partner).
» Submit Participant Information Collection Form within 30 days of event end (submitted by
Program Leader in partnership with Program/Fiscal Partner- see post-program tasks).
» Ensure safety of participants.
» Share information in order to improve the program in years to come.
» Send NCWIT copies of all media recognition
» Utilize the National Branding of the NCWIT AspireIT program (in conjunction with local
program branding.
Program/Fiscal Partners
By partnering with a Program Leader on a proposal, Program/Fiscal Partners also commit to the
following items if their proposal is funded:
» Academic Alliance Partners and/or K-12 Alliance Partners must serve as fiscal agents for
NCWIT AspireIT Programs.
AspireIT
NCWIT University of Colorado Campus Box 322 UCB Boulder, CO 80309 [email protected]
National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) www.ncwit.org | www.aspirations.org | [email protected]
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» All fiscal agents must be an Academic Alliance member or a K-12 Alliance member and a
501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (independently or under the national Alliance member’s
501(c)(3) umbrella. A local chapter of a national organization is acceptable as long as the
local chapter may use the national organization’s EIN).
» Fiscal agents will be asked to sign an Award Agreement if selected.
» Fiscal agents may request a maximum of 10% of the grant funds for administrative purposes if
needed.
» Fiscal Agents must provide basic liability insurance that would cover the NCWIT AspireIT
Program and its participants. NCWIT does not have to be listed as additionally insured.
» Fiscal Agents must provide Budget reporting to NCWIT for the award at the end of the grant
period.
» Fiscal Agents must make access to purchasing needed materials and food for the program
accessible to the NCWIT AspireIT Program Leader(s).
» Fiscal Agents must be able to pay the Program Leader(s) a stipend or wage from the grant.
NCWIT Resources for NCWIT AspireIT Middle School Outreach Programs:
In addition to being awarded a grant for program costs, sites will also have access to: » An online Toolkit which provides resources on ways to design and implement NCWIT AspireIT
Middle School Outreach Programs.
» Branding and Marketing Materials, including use of a national logo (including logos, images,
and poster templates, etc.)
» A Facebook Community of to share information and advice, and ask questions.
» Non-legal advice from NCWIT staff, via email, Facebook, or phone.
» A Program Leader Resource Kit, including (contents may vary):
NCWIT collateral resources Evaluation information and materials Jacket or shirt (with logo) Program water bottle(s) Logo stickers for folders, water bottles, etc.
» Program Participant Kits for each Middle School girl involved in the program, including
(contents may vary):
Backpack or bag Drink tumbler Stickers Paper Pens
» Other Miscellaneous SWAG
AspireIT
NCWIT University of Colorado Campus Box 322 UCB Boulder, CO 80309 [email protected]
National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) www.ncwit.org | www.aspirations.org | [email protected]
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Application Submission Instructions
Step 1 Build A Team-The Program Leader and Program/Fiscal Partner meet prior to completing the online application to discuss and have a mutual understanding of each other’s roles, the rest of the team and how everyone will work together to have a successful program. Please see the toolkit for helpful resources. Step 2 Prepare Application Answers-The Program Leader and Program/Fiscal Partner review the application and prepare answers together. Step 3 Create a Budget-The Program Leader and Program/Fiscal Partner create a budget together. Visit the NCWIT AspireIT Toolkit for- » Budget Template (what you will be submitting) Click here
» Line Items Explained Click here
» Sample Budget Click here
Requested funding should be reflective of the total hours of program time provided (# total participants x # total hours = total program time). We anticipate funding programs as follows: » 1-2 day workshop(s) and/or programs that provide 250 hours or less= $1500 » Partial day camps, 3 day workshops, or programs providing 250-400 hours= $2000 » Full day camp programs, long term clubs, and programs providing 400-600 hours= $3000
NCWIT AspireIT Program funds may be used for: » Implementation of new NCWIT AspireIT programs, or to continue, enhance or expand existing
Middle School Outreach programs which meet specifications
» Stipends for Program Leader, Instructors, and Organizers. (All Aspirations Recipients must
receive some pay or stipend for serving as the Program Manager/Coordinator.)
» Software or hardware used specifically to deliver the program (robotics kits, circuit boards,
etc.)
» Food and materials for program delivery
» Transportation for program events such as field trips/tours
» Admission to program related museums or events
» Recruitment activities for Middle School participants
» Stipends or Awards for Middle School participants
» A Recognition/Award Ceremony
NCWIT AspireIT funds may NOT be used for the following, including but not limited to: » Purchase of personal laptops or technology equipment for Program Leaders or participants to
keep
» Relieving debt of a club, organization, or Alliance Partner
AspireIT
NCWIT University of Colorado Campus Box 322 UCB Boulder, CO 80309 [email protected]
National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) www.ncwit.org | www.aspirations.org | [email protected]
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» Implementing pure research
» Lobbying
» Purchase of Alcoholic Beverages
Step 4- Secure Letter of Support-The Program/Fiscal Partner (involved Academic/K-12 Alliance members) must secure write and sign a Letter of Support in PDF format outlining: » Why they support Aspirations in Computing or the NCWIT AspireIT Middle School Outreach
Program. » What they will contribute on an in-kind basis (space, mentorship, access to computer labs,
food, etc.)
Step 5- Submit Letter of Support and Budget-The Program Leader emails both the Letter of Support
and the proposed Budget to [email protected] prior to completing the online application (and no later
than application deadline of January 24, 2014, Midnight, MST). Please put the (proposed) NCWIT
AspireIT program name, the Program Leader name, and the Program/Fiscal Partner’s name in the
subject line of the email.
Please note: If your program will be utilizing any additional recruitment materials, you will also want to
submit them to NCWIT in this step along with the Letter of Support and Budget.
Step 6- Submit the Online Application-The Program Leader completes and submits the online
application no later than January 24, 2014, Midnight, MST
Go to: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/AspireITWinter2013 to enter your information into the formal application process. Please note that you cannot start your application, save it and return to it. Your application must be completed in one sitting. Please allow yourself at least 30 minutes to upload your complete application online and remember to prepare your answers in advance! Hard copies or emailed copies of applications will NOT be accepted.
AspireIT
NCWIT University of Colorado Campus Box 322 UCB Boulder, CO 80309 [email protected]
National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) www.ncwit.org | www.aspirations.org | [email protected]
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Pre-Program Tasks
Visit the toolkit for resources and see Roles and Responsibilities section of this RFP for full details. » Program Leader and Program/Fiscal Partner are required to participate in the NCWIT AspireIT
orientation via web conference with NCWIT AspireIT Program Manager to learn about the program and the resources available. See the toolkit for schedule and to register. NCWIT AspireIT Orientation must occur prior to program start.
» Program/Fiscal Partner is responsible for submitting Award Agreement Letter to NCWIT. The Award Agreement, IRS W9 for Fiscal Agent, and one-paragraph description is due to NCWIT 30 days post award notification (by March 10, 2014) to confirm acceptance of the award.
» Program Leader, in partnership with Program/Fiscal Partner, is responsible for writing a one-paragraph description of your program including dates and times of programs and submitting to [email protected]. If you have a website that you are using for your program, please be sure to include that information. These will be posted on the NCWIT AspireIT website. See examples.
Post-Program Tasks
Deadline for submission: 30 days post program end Instructions: Visit the toolkit for most current post-program reporting checklist and resources. Program Leader is responsible for the following: » Submitting Program Leader Survey (mailed to NCWIT in provided envelope) » Submitting Program/Fiscal Partner Survey (mailed to NCWIT in provided envelope) » Submitting Program Participant Survey (mailed to NCWIT in provided envelope) » Submitting Post-Program Final Report (submitted online via surveymonkey) » Submitting Participant Information Collection (e-mail to [email protected]) » Submitting NCWIT AspireIT Media Waiver Release (mailed to NCWIT in provided envelope) » Uploading program photos to Flickr » Sending NCWIT copies of all media recognition to [email protected]
Program/Fiscal Partner is responsible for: » Supporting and assisting the Program Leader with obtaining and submitting the above post-
program reporting tasks » Submitting a final event budget to [email protected] (Any budget variance of more than
20% in any one line item needs to be approved in writing by NCWIT Financial Department or Aspirations Program Manager).
AspireIT
NCWIT University of Colorado Campus Box 322 UCB Boulder, CO 80309 [email protected]
National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) www.ncwit.org | www.aspirations.org | [email protected]
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Glossary (of NCWIT AspireIT Terms used within this RFP) Program Leader- An Aspirations in Computing Award recipient (from any year and including runner-ups) that has applied for and/or has been granted funds from NCWIT to create and implement an NCWIT AspireIT Middle School Outreach Program. This individual, in partnership with their Program/Fiscal Partner, understands the role and commits to provide a quality program. Aspirations in Computing Award recipients may form a committee or team of Program Leaders to plan and implement the NCWIT AspireIT Middle School Outreach Program. At least one of the members of the team must be an Aspirations Award recipient to serve as leader and fulfill the program responsibilities. If there is more than one award recipient, you will need to identify who will be the Program Leader core/primary contact and be responsible for fulfilling the responsibilities on behalf of the team. Program/Fiscal Partner- A K-12 Alliance member or Academic Alliance member that serves as a partner to the program leader (and the rest of the team, if applicable); and as the fiscal agent for the program. They must be a 501(c)(3) institution. If there is more than one Program/Fiscal Partner you must identify a core/primary Program/Fiscal Partner. Academic Alliance Member- The NCWIT Academic Alliance brings together more than 750 distinguished representatives from academic computing programs at more than 275 colleges and universities across the country, spanning research universities, community colleges, women's colleges, and minority-serving institutions. Charged with implementing institutional change in higher education, the Academic Alliance provides feedback on NCWIT programs, contributes and adopts effective practices, and serves as a national agent of change. It meets several times per year to compare approaches and provide guidance and mutual support. Membership in the AA is free for participating academic institutions. See the full list of members here. K-12 Alliance Member- The K-12 Alliance, made up of national girl-serving organizations, professional educator associations, academic institutions, and businesses, leverages the reach and diversity of its members to create national outreach programs that increase the participation of girls in computing. Through its members, the K-12 Alliance is able to reach over 55% of girls in the United States. See the full list of members here. Aspirations in Computing- Aspirations in Computing is a talent development initiative that includes the Aspiration in Computing Awards and the NCWIT AspireIT Middle School Outreach Program; designed to increase female participation in technology careers by providing encouragement, visibility, community, leadership opportunities, scholarships, and internships to aspiring technically inclined young women. Since 2007, NCWIT has inducted more than 2,500 young women into the Aspirations in Computing community and is helping to usher these women into technology careers. Aspirations in Computing Award Recipient- The NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing honors young women at the high school level for their computing-related achievements and interests. Recipients are selected for their computing and IT aptitude, leadership ability, academic history, and plans for post-secondary education. The NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing offers both a national and local affiliate competitions to generate support and visibility for women's participation in communities nationwide.
AspireIT
NCWIT University of Colorado Campus Box 322 UCB Boulder, CO 80309 [email protected]
National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) www.ncwit.org | www.aspirations.org | [email protected]
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Frequently Asked Questions 1. Who is eligible to apply? Aspirations in Computing Award Recipients (and runner-ups), along with an Academic Alliance member or a K-12 Alliance member. All former Aspirations in Computing Award Recipients will automatically receive information to apply. 2. What if my institution is not currently a member of NCWIT’s K-12 or Academic Alliance? If your institution is not currently a member of NCWIT’s Academic Alliance, a faculty member needs to complete the online membership form to become a member, you can complete the application here. Questions about membership? Please contact [email protected]. If your institution is not currently a member of NCWIT's K-12 Alliance, you can complete the application here. Questions about membership? Please contact [email protected]. Membership in the NCWIT Academic Alliance and NCWIT K-12 Alliance is free and offers many benefits. Please note that individual K-12 schools are not eligible to be K-12 Alliance members. If you are interested in becoming an NCWIT Academic Alliance member you can complete the application here. Questions about membership? Please contact [email protected]. 3. What if my middle or high school is interested in putting on an NCWIT AspireIT Program? NCWIT encourages partnerships. You can be a part of the team that puts on the program. Your school will need to partner with and Aspirations in Computing Award recipient to serve as the Program Leader and the school must also partner with an NCWIT K-12 or Academic Alliance member to serve as the Program/Fiscal Partner. Please click here for more information. 4. What types of projects are within the scope of the fund? The RFP for NCWIT AspireIT outlines the types of programs we are hoping to fund. 5. Will multiple proposal applications be considered from the same program partnership? No. Only one program proposal will be accepted per partnership. However, an Academic Alliance or K-12 Alliance member organization may partner on an application with more than one program leader provided the applications are for distinct programs. 6. How much funding is available? In the 2013-2014 Grant Cycle, 20-30 awards of up to $3,000 each (averaging $1000 to $3000) will be awarded. See the RFP for details 7. What is the deadline for proposal submissions? January 24, 2014, Midnight, MST 8. When will decisions be made? Announcement of awards will be February 7, 2014. 9. How will decisions be made?
AspireIT
NCWIT University of Colorado Campus Box 322 UCB Boulder, CO 80309 [email protected]
National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) www.ncwit.org | www.aspirations.org | [email protected]
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The Selection Committee will compare applications to review criteria as listed in the RFP, and choose award winners from the applications that best meet the criteria provided. 10. What commitments are involved with being awarded the NCWIT AspireIT Program? » Funds must be used for programming as outlined in the RFP and the applicant’s awarded
proposal.
» Any budget variance of more than 20% in any one line item needs to be approved in writing by
NCWIT Financial Department or Aspirations Program Manager
» All sites must agree to participate in the national evaluation of the program
» All sites must be willing to share information about the program to support success of future
programs, as listed in the RFP.
11. Can I submit an application if I have received funding during the NCWIT AspireIT 2013 Pilot
Grant Round?
Yes, absolutely. NCWIT encourages NCWIT AspireIT programs to continue to apply for funding to
provide future program to middle school girls. However, your application will not be considered if you
have not completed the post-program reporting tasks from your prior program.
12. Can I have members on my NCWIT AspireIT Program Leadership Team in addition to the
Program Leader (Award Recipient) and the Program/Fiscal Partner (NCWIT Academic or K-12
Alliance member)?
Yes, NCWIT encourages partnerships. You must have the Program Leader and Program/Fiscal
Partner as defined in the RFP (see roles and responsibilities) and above glossary, but you may also
have additional members on your team. This will allow flexibility for your program to work together
with K-12 schools and other institutions that may be excellent team members but aren’t award
recipients and/or Academic or K-12 Alliance members. The Program Leader and Program/Fiscal
Partner must work as a team together and be able to have excellent communication and leadership
skills to convey roles, expectations and accountabilities to the rest of the team. You should all be
working together towards a common goal to fulfill your program objectives.
13. What if I need help finding a partner? If you need help finding a partner and/or leader, please click here for helpful tips.
Other Questions?
Please contact:
NCWIT AspireIT Interim Program Manager; Jennifer Manning