This program provides grants for innovative classroom projects benefiting students, schools, parents and the community. Project objectives focus on student outcomes and how the project relates to any district, state, or national standards. Project includes a plan of teaching and learning that will result in meeting standards. Teacher collaboration and responsibilities are described. Application includes a timeline and a clear plan to assess student work.
Project has potential impact beyond the involved classrooms.
Application clearly describes how project results will be shared with others in the learning community. Budget items are reasonable and directly support the objectives and activities. Compensation of public school teachers or staff. Materials and supplies normally funded by the Providence School Department. Applications are evaluated by teachers, parents, business and community representatives and should be understood easily by non-educators.