for implementation, and (3) participation in the May 2019 Convening held by DPI. Narrative Description (up to 5 pages) Applicants are encouraged to provide tables, charts, graphics, etc. in this description. Provide an overview of the proposed project including background research information used to formulate the proposal. Cite research to support your plan. Describe or illustrate any preliminary steps the school district or charter school has taken to prepare for the proposed project. Identify any special training; designation of personnel and purchases; digital literacy instruction for elementary, middle, and high students; etc. Define the proposed project’s Primary deliverables (see page 4). Alignment with the NC Digital Learning Competencies. Strategies to address priorities such as micro-credentialing, personalized learning, digital literacy skills for students, or innovative partnerships with IHEs. Potential impacts. Elaborate on ways the proposal is linked to the school district’s or charter school’s improvement plan. Address sustainability efforts. Local Evaluation and Procedures Description (up to 1 page) Applicants are encouraged to provide tables, charts, graphics, etc. in this description. Describe the local evaluation procedures for determining success of the project. Explain how the project will involve community stakeholders beyond the local school system, including any anticipated participation of parents, citizens, or businesses. Describe how the project information will be shared with other school systems throughout the state. Include the methods that will be used to share best practices among school personnel.
Applicants may also submit questions via Google Form Questions must be submitted by April 9, 2018. Responses to all questions received will be posted with other grant resources on the Digital Teaching and Learning website. Summary of Required Application Materials Completed applications must include the below listed materials in this order and be submitted by 5:00 P.M. on April 23, 2018, via email to . Applications should be formatted as a single pdf document. Include as the subject line of your email: “DLI Planning Grant Application Your District Name” Application Materials Cover Page (signed in blue ink) Appendix B Table of Contents Objectives and Intended Outcomes Table – up to 2 pages Appendix C Narrative Description – up to 5 pages Local Evaluation and Procedures Description – up to 1 page Proposed Budget Appendix D Page of Assurances (signed in blue ink) Appendix E
This table must address the required deliverables identified in “Purpose of Program (see page 4). Goal: Identify a single goal for your project and provide that statement goal here. Goal should be specific, measurable, achievable in the 2018-19 school year, and results-focused. Statement of Need: Summarize how this goal was identified and any relevant data analysis. Activities: Describe proposed activities. Time Frame: Identify dates/date range. Impact: Explain impact for educators and/or students. Deliverable/s: Briefly describe the intended outcome/s. This may be a bulleted and prioritized list. Appendix D - Proposed Budget Template This table will be rated by the DLI Grant Application Reviewers. Align proposed budget based on the section “Use of Grant Funds” (see page 6); do not exceed allowable expenditures as defined. Fund Category Provide a bulleted list in each section as appropriate. Expenditure Amount/s Rationale for Proposed Expenditure Identify the uses of grant award funds aligned with the goals and strategies identified in the application sections “Objectives and Intended Outcomes” and “Narrative Description.”