OSERS-OSEP: Personnel Development to Improve Services and Results for Children with Disabilities—Preparation of Special Education and Early Intervention Administrators, Assistance Listing Number 84.325D
ID: 359134Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of Education (ED)

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/359134

Additional Information

https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-05-27/pdf/2025-09430.pdf
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of Education is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "OSERS-OSEP: Personnel Development to Improve Services and Results for Children with Disabilities—Preparation of Special Education and Early Intervention Administrators," with an Assistance Listing Number of 84.325D. This grant aims to address state-identified needs for personnel preparation in special education and early intervention, ensuring that qualified individuals possess the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively serve children with disabilities. The program is particularly focused on doctoral programs for administrator preparation and encourages applications from institutions of higher education (IHEs) and nonprofit organizations with the legal authority to collaborate with IHEs. Approximately $1.5 million in funding is available, with awards ranging from $150,000 to $1,050,000, and applications are due by June 26, 2025. For further information, interested applicants can contact Celia Rosenquist at the U.S. Department of Education via email at Celia.Rosenquist@ed.gov or by phone at 202-245-7373.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Celia.Rosenquist@ed.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    2024-30488.pdf
    The Department of Education has released revised common instructions for applicants seeking discretionary grant funding, updating the guidance initially published on December 7, 2022. This document serves as a centralized framework for submitting applications electronically via Grants.gov, specifying requirements such as the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN), and System for Award Management (SAM) registration. The updated instructions emphasize the importance of submitting applications on time, detailing the electronic submission process and the necessity for documents to be in PDF or Microsoft Word format. New guidance has also been included regarding the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence in grant applications, highlighting the risks associated with AI and the need for applicants to ensure the integrity of their submissions. The document encourages applicants to access additional resources on AI usage and clarifies procedures for addressing technical issues during the submission process. Overall, these revisions aim to streamline the application process, increase clarity, and support equitable access to grant opportunities while addressing emerging technology concerns.
    2025-09430.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Education has announced the availability of new grant applications for fiscal year 2025 aimed at enhancing personnel development to improve services for children with disabilities. Specifically, the focus is on preparing special education and early intervention administrators. The announcement includes details on the application timeline, which opens on May 27, 2025, with a submission deadline of June 26, 2025. Successful applicants will address state-identified needs for qualified personnel in special education and early intervention services, ensuring they possess skills aligned with research-based practices. The program includes one absolute priority focused on doctoral programs for administrator preparation, alongside two competitive preference priorities for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and new potential grantees. Funding of approximately $1.5 million is expected, with awards ranging from $150,000 to $1,050,000 depending on the applicant structure. The applications must demonstrate effective project design, management plans, and the ability to evaluate outcomes. Further technical assistance will be provided through webinars, underscoring the administration's commitment to improving educational outcomes for children with disabilities and fostering diversity among grantees.
    2025-325D.bin
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