OSERS-OSEP: Personnel Preparation of Special Education, Early Intervention, and Related Services Personnel at Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities, and Other Minority Serving Institutions, ALN 84.325M
ID: 359127Type: 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/359127

Additional Information

https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-05-27/pdf/2025-09433.pdf
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Education is inviting applications for the OSERS-OSEP grant aimed at enhancing personnel preparation in special education, early intervention, and related services at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), and other Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs). This initiative seeks to address state-identified personnel needs by preparing qualified educators to work with children, including infants, toddlers, and youth with disabilities, using evidence-based strategies. With an estimated total program funding of $4.5 million and expected awards ranging from $150,000 to $350,000, interested applicants must submit their proposals by June 26, 2025, and can contact Tracie Dickson at Tracie.Dickson@ed.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Tracie.Dickson@ed.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    2024-30488.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Education has issued revised common instructions for applicants seeking discretionary grant funding, superseding previous guidelines from December 7, 2022. This notice aims to streamline the application process and enhance clarity. Key updates include specific requirements for electronic submission through Grants.gov, highlighting the need for a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) for eligibility. The revised guidelines stress the importance of maintaining active registrations and outline submission protocols, including the acceptance of artificial intelligence in preparing applications, provided applicants ensure content integrity. The instructions detail necessary procedures for submitting applications electronically and provide alternatives for paper submissions, though the latter is discouraged. Application validity hinges on deadlines, with strict compliance to date and time stamps required. The document elaborates on accessible formats for individuals with disabilities. This comprehensive instruction set reflects the Department's commitment to supporting applicants in navigating the complexities of grant applications while ensuring adherence to federal regulations and procedures. Overall, these common instructions serve as a central resource for prospective applicants, consolidating essential information needed throughout the grant application process.
    2025-09433.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Education is inviting applications for fiscal year 2025 for grants aimed at enhancing personnel development to improve services for children with disabilities. This initiative specifically targets Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), and other Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs). The purpose is to prepare personnel in special education, early intervention, and related services, using evidence-based strategies to address state-identified personnel needs. Key elements include a focus on both infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children with disabilities, as well as school-age children with disabilities, in separate funding categories. Eligible applicants may receive grants ranging from $150,000 to $350,000, with an overall funding goal of $4.5 million. The application process includes demonstrating the project's significance, quality of design, management plan, adequacy of resources, and evaluation methodologies. In addition to financial support, awarded applicants must adhere to federal compliance requirements, including open licensing of grant deliverables and regular reporting on project outcomes. The initiative is part of a broader effort to ensure qualified educators are available to serve children with disabilities, thereby facilitating improved educational outcomes and adherence to civil rights laws.
    2025-325M.bin
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