OSERS-OSEP: Personnel Development to Improve Services and Results for Children with Disabilities--Preparation of Early Intervention and Special Education Personnel Serving Children with Disabilities who have High-Intensity Needs, ALN 84.325K
ID: 356648Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of Education (ED)

Award Range

$0 - $350K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356648

Additional Information

https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2024-10-08/pdf/2024-23033.pdf
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Education is inviting applications for the OSERS-OSEP grant program aimed at enhancing personnel development to improve services and outcomes for children with disabilities, specifically targeting those with high-intensity needs. The program seeks to address state-identified needs for personnel preparation in early intervention, special education, and related services, ensuring that personnel possess the necessary skills derived from scientifically based research. With an estimated total program funding of $3 million and awards ranging from $200,000 to $350,000, interested applicants, including institutions of higher education and nonprofit organizations, must submit their applications by December 3, 2024. For further information, applicants can contact Sunyoung Ahn at Sunyoung.Ahn@ed.gov or call 202-987-0141.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Sunyoung.Ahn@ed.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    2022-26554.pdf
    The document outlines revised common instructions for applicants to federal discretionary grant programs, released by the U.S. Department of Education. These updated instructions, replacing the previous version from December 27, 2021, aim to streamline the application process and reduce barriers for potential applicants. Key changes include the removal of Data Universal Numbering System references in favor of the Unique Entity Identifier, technical updates, and detailed guidelines for application submission using the Grants.gov platform. The instructions emphasize electronic submission requirements, outlining the necessity for a Unique Entity Identifier, Taxpayer Identification Number, and registration in the System for Award Management. They also detail the procedures for paper applications in cases of technical issues with electronic submissions. The document ensures that all candidates are well-informed about the application process, timelines, and requirements, fostering accessibility for diverse applicant pools. Ultimately, this initiative reflects the Department's commitment to enhancing the grant process for educational funding and supporting stakeholders in successfully obtaining grants.
    2024-23033.pdf
    The Department of Education is inviting applications for fiscal year 2025 grants aimed at improving services and outcomes for children with disabilities through the Personnel Development program. This initiative seeks to enhance the preparation of early intervention and special education personnel specifically targeting those serving children with high-intensity needs. Key aspects of the program include mandatory reporting requirements, performance measures to assess the effectiveness of training, and prioritization of enhancing the number of multilingual and ethnically diverse personnel in the field. Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education and nonprofit organizations with legal authority to engage in federal grants. The program underscores the importance of recruiting qualified individuals capable of delivering effective, culturally responsive services in various educational settings—addressing significant shortages exacerbated by recent public health crises. The estimated funding for this program is $125 million, with awards ranging from $200,000 to $350,000 annually for a project period of up to five years. By aligning with federal civil rights laws and ensuring compliance with educational standards, the Department aims to foster equity in educational access for children with disabilities, ultimately promoting an inclusive educational environment.
    2025-325K.bin
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