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Enhancing Education Through Technology (Title II, Part D)

The Enhancing Education Through Technology program (Ed Tech), also known as E2T2, aims to improve student academic achievement through the use of technology in schools. The program also assists students in crossing the digital divide by ensuring that they are technologically literate by the time they finish the eighth grade. By law, school districts must set aside 25 percent of their grants for professional development to ensure that teachers are able to integrate technology into the curriculum to improve student achievement.

States distribute 50 percent of their Ed Tech funds to school districts by formula based on each district's share of children in poverty. The other 50 percent of funds are distributed through a state competition for grants. The remainder of this page refers to Ed Tech competitive grants.

Who is Eligible for Ed Tech Grants?

High-need school districts that receive Ed Tech formula funds are eligible to apply for Ed Tech competitive grants. A school district is considered high-need if it has among the highest numbers or percentages of poor students in the state, operates one or more schools in "School Improvement," or has a substantial need for assistance in acquiring and using technology. States give special preference to school districts that receive formula fund amounts that are too small to have an impact of the district's technology needs. States seek a balance between competitive grants awarded to urban and rural school districts.

Districts may apply for grants individually, as consortia, or in partnership with other organizations. School districts that are not eligible for formula funds may not apply for competitive grants directly, but they may participate in grant-funded projects in partnership with a high-need school district. Local partnerships can also include one of the following: an institution of higher education; a for-profit business or organization that develops, designs, manufactures, or produces technology products or services; or a public or private nonprofit organization.

How Can I Apply For an Ed Tech Grant?

Ed Tech funds are first distributed to state education agencies by the U.S. Department of Education. The states, in turn, award competitive grants to school districts. Each state operates an independent competition for grants and has a unique application process and timeline.

Competitive grants vary from state to state. They may be granted for one year, or for several consecutive years. The size of the competitive grants also varies by the number of students to be served, the scope of the proposed project, and other guidelines set by each state. Competitive Ed Tech grants typically range from $10,000 to $100,000 per school, per year.

To learn more about the Ed Tech program, please visit the US Department of Education's Ed Tech Web site: http://www.ed.gov/programs/edtech/index.html

How to Use eMedia Music Products to Meet the Qualifications for This Grant

eMedia Music instructional programs address the goals of Enhancing Education Through Technology by:

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21st Century Community Learning Centers (Title IV, Part B)

The 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) program provides opportunities for academic enrichment outside of normal school hours, including before school, after school, and during summer recess. The 21st Century Community Learning Centers program offers students a broad array of additional services, programs, and activities but is designed to reinforce and complement the regular academic program of participating students, and should include tutorial services to help students meet state and local academic achievement standards.

Who Is Eligible For 21st CCLC Grants?

Applications for 21st CCLC grants may be submitted by schools, school districts, other public or private organizations or local partnerships. Collaboration is encouraged between schools or school districts and public or private organizations, including nonprofit agencies, city or county government agencies, faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and for-profit corporations. Regardless of the applicant, programs must primarily serve students who attend schools with high concentrations of poor students. Special priority is given to applications featuring a partnership between a school district serving low-income families and a community-based organization, and to projects that will serve children in schools identified for "School Improvement."

How Can I Apply For A 21st CCLC Grant?

21st CCLC funds are first distributed to state education agencies by the U.S. Department of Education. The states, in turn, award competitive grants to eligible applicants. Each state operates an independent competition for grants and has a unique application process and timeline.

By law, grants must be awarded for three to five consecutive years, for a minimum of $50,000 per project, per year. Grant sizes may be higher based on the number of students to be served, and are generally between $50,000 and $250,000. States may require local matching funds.

To learn more about the 21st CCLC grant competition in your state, please contact the LeapFrog SchoolHouse Grants Department.

To learn more about the 21st CCLC program, please visit the US Department of Education's 21st CCLC Web site: http://www.ed.gov/programs/21stcclc/index.html

How to Use eMedia Music Products to Meet the Qualifications for This Grant

eMedia Music instructional programs address the requirements of the 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant by:

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Dave Kurtiak
Education Sales Manager
664 NE Northlake Way
Seattle, WA 98105

E-mail: Dave Kurtiak

(888) 363-3424 x 102
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