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ARP ESSER - Application Details
Coosa County, American Rescue Plan (ARP) ESSER - Fiscal Year 2021 (Rev 0)
Cover Page & Required Narratives
| Superintendent of Schools |
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| ARP ESSER Point of Contact |
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| Required Narratives |
| How does the LEA plan to use funds to implement prevention and mitigation strategies in order to continuously and safely operate schools for in-person learning? |
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The LEA, working closely with the ALSDE and ADPH, will make informed decisions on the safe operations of the district’s schools and buses. The LEA plans to use the funds to provide students with guidelines to remain in the in-person learning environment, as well as to safely transport to campus for in person learning. Teachers, students and staff are to be trained in social distancing, COVID symptoms recognition and sanitation procedures. Personal protection equipment purchased with these funds will allow for limited missed instruction due to COVID positivity. Additionally, the completion of renovating the HVAC system will provide clean filtered air throughout the school campus in order to support student, faculty and staff health and wellness.
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| How will the LEA ensure that the evidence-based interventions will address the academic impact of lost instructional time and ensure that those interventions respond to the academic, social, emotional, and mental health needs of all students including underrepresented student subgroups (each major racial and ethnic group, children from low-income families, children with disabilities, English Learners, gender, migrant students, students experiencing homelessness, and children and youth in foster care) and those who are particularly impacted disproportionately by the COVID-19 pandemic? |
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The LEA will utilize evidence based intervention to address lost instructional time by providing intervention after school and during the summer break. I-Ready, Phonics First and Sonday system, will be used as intervention tools for all subgroups of students. Periodic assessments will determine the growth of the student academically highlighting the student growth and gaps addressed in learning. Academically, students will use systems like I-Ready, Edgenuity, Sonday System, Reflex Math, and Moby Max as interventions and for dyslexia screening. Students with most significant special needs will address learning loss and seek academic growth, additionally, through Edmark Reading and the Unique Learning System Working with the Behavior Specialist and Mental Health Coordinator who will address the social, emotional and mental health needs of our students. Those students in need of additional support will have available hours after school and in the summer months to get those supports and interventions, including English Learners, students with special needs, homeless students, and any student not falling in those subgroups. Those students living in the most rural areas of the district will utilize the additional buses for transportation to and from school activities in the summer learning environments. In the event of an outbreak in the system, the additional buses that are equipped with air conditioning and WIFI will be dispatched to the area with the least internet capabilities. All students will have equal access to all the interventions provided throughout the school year and summer. A summer camp will be provided to address learning loss and enrichment, with a heavy focus on K-3 Literacy, as was provided for 4 weeks during the summer months of June and July 2021. The rental for the local camp, Poplar Point, will be funded. The location provides classroom environments inside and outside to enhance learning. There are opportunities for multi-sensory instruction relating to enrichment, as well as learning loss. The facility will increase the likelihood of community outreach and to increase attendance, as the location is more desirable for students. 4-H and SAFE community programs will be asked to participate in order to provide additional opportunities for enrichment. be involved in the summer enrichment opportunity. Website Link: http://poplarpointcamp.com/Camp/
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| How will the LEA comply with the requirements of section 427 of GEPA (20 U.S.C. 1228a)? The description must include information on the steps the LEA proposes to take to permit students, teachers, and other program beneficiaries to overcome barriers (including barriers based on gender, race, color, national origin, disability, and age) that impede equal access to, or participation in, the ESSER III program. |
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The LEA has convened with students, faculty, and community members to determine the most effective way to budget ESSER III funding based upon data from our needs assessment. Input from many entities were compiled and submitted into the application. The allocations for the budget will reach all students in the district without limitations of access.
Dream It, Believe It, Achieve It
We believe:
· The education of students is a responsibility shared by students, faculty and staff, parents, and the community.
· All students must have opportunities to learn and to be successful.
· Maximum student learning takes place in a positive environment that includes consistency and structure.
· When engaged in rigorous, authentic learning activities that target a variety of learning styles, all students will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to attain personal and professional success.
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| How will the LEA actively monitor their allocations, conduct interim audits to ensure an appropriate application of funds, collect and manage data elements required to be reported, and report this information to the community? |
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The LEA will constantly ensure these allocations are spent with oversight by the CSFO and Superintendent. Any changes needed will be conducted through submitting an addendum to the appropriate agencies for approval. These budgets will be posted on the district website to allow access by all interested stakeholders to review. The district CFSO working with the superintendent will complete all reports and manage data.
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| How will the LEA meaningfully engage with families and communities throughout the life of the ARP ESSER and other relief funds? |
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The LEA will ensure the information pertaining to the ARP ESSER funds are posted on the district website. The district will allow addendums to the districts ESSER budget if there becomes a greater need than those items budgeted for currently. Over the next three years, community outreach through town hall meetings, PTA organizations and community watch programs will be performed. The district will work to engage with families and communities by creating after school programs and summer learning programs that bring stakeholders to the school environment.
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| Provide the URL for the LEA Return-to-Instruction Plan. |
| *https://content.myconnectsuite.com/api/documents/eb9470011a964647b4f5b1c9122d38b8.pdf |
LEA Reservation to Address Loss of Instructional Time
LEAs must reserve at least 20 percent of funds to address loss of instructional time through the implementation of evidence-based interventions and ensure that those interventions respond to students' social, emotional, and academic needs and address the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on underrepresented student subgroups.
For this reservation of funds, the following interventions are allowable: 1. Summer Learning & Summer Enrichment Programs
2. Extended Day Programs
3. Comprehensive After-School Programs
4. Extended School Year Programs
5. Other – See Intervention box E for more details.
| Intervention A (Summer Learning & Summer Enrichment Programs) |
| Provide the following information for Intervention A (Summer Learning & Summer Enrichment Programs): 1) Brief description and timeline for each service (service must end by 9/30/2024) 2) Number of employees and FTE(s) (if applicable) 3) Itemized Budget using Function & Object codes (must match Budget Grid) |
| Example: ARP ESSER funds will be used to host a Summer Enrichment Camp during the Summer of 2023. The camp will run for two weeks for four days a week. Subjects to be covered are science, technology, engineering, mathematics and reading. We will purchase general supplies such as pencils, notebooks, glue, color pencils, copy paper, etc. to effectively run the program. We will also purchase ELA & Math manipulatives to help improve student achievement. Additionally, we will purchase an online subscription to XYZ Company for the duration of the summer program to assist our participating EL students with the curriculum (See attached job description). Total cost: $109,030.00 |
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9130 - [010-199] (Salaries) $54,450.00 | 9130 - [200-299] (Benefits) $11,430.00
9130 - [400-499] (Materials and Supplies) $2,800.00 | 9130 - [400-499] (Software) $20,000.00
4120 - [010-199] (Bus Driver Salaries) $12,500.00 | 4120 - [200-299] (Bus Driver Benefits) $3,200.00
4120 - [300-399] (Mileage for Buses) $4,650.00 |
ARP ESSER funds will be used to host Summer School and Summer Enrichment for 3 years to end by July 31, 2024. Summer School at Central High School and Central Elementary will address learning loss and credit recovery in core courses. Each summer school offering will consist of 20 days per summer. CES will pay 3 teachers while CHS will pay 5 teachers. Summer Enrichment will include preparing Pre-K students academically and mentally before they begin their Kindergarten year. Each summer enrichment offering will consist of 2 days per summer. A total of 3 teachers. A summer camp will be provided to address learning loss and enrichment. The rental for the local camp, Poplar Point, will be funded. The location provides classroom environments inside and outside to enhance learning. There are opportunities for multi-sensory instruction relating to enrichment, as well as learning loss. The facility will increase the likelihood of community outreach and to increase attendance, as the location is more desirable for students. 4-H and SAFE community programs will be asked to participate in order to provide additional opportunities for enrichment. be involved in the summer enrichment opportunity. Website Link: http://poplarpointcamp.com/Camp/
ARP ESSER funds will be used toward the cost of facility rental for Summer Enrichment programs, ending by July 31, 2024.
Total Cost: $195,326.64
1100/191/4300 (Stipends) $147,600.00 | 1100/2xx/4300 (Benefits) $29,726.64
1100/623/4300 (Location Rental) $18,000.00
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| Intervention B (Extended Day Programs) |
| Provide the following information for Intervention B (Extended Day Programs): 1) Brief description and timeline for each service (service must end by 9/30/2024) 2) Number of employees and FTE(s) (if applicable) 3) Itemized Budget using Function & Object codes (must match Budget Grid) |
ARP ESSER funds will be used to pay for after school tutoring for 3 years at Central Elementary and Central High School. The program will seek to close the achievement gap and meet credit recovery needs. Each year both schools will provide 120 days of tutoring for 2 hours each session. CES will have 4 teachers provide instruction while CHS will have 3 teachers. This will end by July 31, 2024.
Total Cost: $171,559.92
1100/191/4800 (Stipends) $142,800.00 | 1100/2xx/4800 (Benefits) $28,759.92
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| Intervention C (Comprehensive After-School Programs) |
| Provide the following information for Intervention C (Comprehensive After-School Programs): 1) Brief description and timeline for each service (service must end by 9/30/2024) 2) Number of employees and FTE(s) (if applicable) 3) Itemized Budget using Function & Object codes (must match Budget Grid) |
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| Intervention D (Extended School Year Programs) |
| Provide the following information for Intervention D (Extended School Year Programs): 1) Brief description and timeline for each service (service must end by 9/30/2024) 2) Number of employees and FTE(s) (if applicable) 3) Itemized Budget using Function & Object codes (must match Budget Grid) |
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| Intervention E (Other) |
| Provide the following information for Intervention E (Other): 1) Brief description and timeline for each service (service must end by 9/30/2024) 2) Number of employees and FTE(s) (if applicable) 3) Itemized Budget using Function & Object codes (must match Budget Grid) |
| NOTE: If an LEA chooses to use the "Other" intervention option, the LEA must attach documentation in the Related Documents section that shows that the Intervention is evidence-based (Tier I | Tier II | Tier III | Tier IV). |
ARP ESSER funds will be used to pay the salary and benefits of a retired Reading Interventionist (.5 FTEs for 3 years) at CES in order to decrease learning loss and increase reading ability levels over a 3 year period. This service will end by Sept. 30, 2024. Funds will be used to purchase online subscriptions for three years that will target core instruction with an emphasis on reading and mathematics. Dual enrollment courses will focus on courses provided in the evening or summer months in order to allow access to courses that students could not attend during the period of COVID shutdown.
Total Cost: $271,044.60
1100/018/1200 (Salary) $96,000 | 1100/2xx/1200 (Benefits)$7,401.60
1100/411/8100 (Sonday System-Subscription) $18,258.00 | 1100/622/8100 (Subscriptions) $119,385.00
1100/623/1500 (Dual Enrollment) $30,000.00
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4. Remaining ARP ESSER Fund Uses
The remaining LEA funds after the LEA Reservation to Address Loss of Instructional Time can be used for a wide range of activities to address needs arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. Please refer to the allowable uses document in the Document Library for more guidance.
| Category 1 (Personnel) |
| Provide the following information for Category 1 (Personnel): 1) Brief description and timeline for each service (service must end by 9/30/2024) 2) Number of employees and FTE(s) (if applicable) 3) Itemized Budget using Function & Object codes (must match Budget Grid) |
| Example #1: ARP ESSER funds will be used to employ two system-wide EL teachers (2.0 FTE) for the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 school years to assist with the consistent increase of EL students within the district. In addition to working with students, the EL teachers will work with classroom teachers to ensure appropriate instructional strategies are implemented. (See job description in Related Documents section.)
Total cost: $550,880.00 | 1100 - [010-199] (Salaries) $354,450.00 | 1100 - [200-299] (Benefits) $196,430.00 |
| Example #2: ARP ESSER funds will be used to employ certified teachers and paraprofessionals for the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 school years to assist with closing the achievement gap of students within the district. The following list identifies the number of teachers and paraprofessionals at each school: School A - 2 Paraprofessionals (2.0 FTE); School B - 1 Teacher (1.0 FTE) & 1 Paraprofessional (1.0 FTE). (See job description in Related Documents section.)
Total cost: $417,813.00 | 1100 - [010-199] (Salaries) $321,123.00 | 1100 - [200-299] (Benefits) $96,690.00 |
ARP ESSER funds will be used to employ certified teachers for 3 school years to provide art enrichment in the elementary school at (1.0 FTE for 3 years). A Behavior Specialist will be employed to support appropriate behaviors of general education and special education students in order to increase academic ability level of students for the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 school years at (1.0 FTE for 2 years). A Mental Health Coordinator will be employed to support the mental health well-being of students and faculty for 3 school years ending by Sept. 24, 2024 at (.40 FTE for 3 years).
Total Cost: $436,218.58
1100/010/1641 (Salary) $146,466.00 | 1100/2xx/1641 (Benefits) $58,298.25
2170/083/2900 (Salary) $110,086.00 | 2170/2xx/2900 (Benefits) $41,371.32
2140/111/8210 (Salary) $57,529.20 | 2140/2xx/8210 (Benefits) $22,467.81
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| Category 2 (Technology & Online Subscriptions) |
| Provide the following information for Category 2 (Technology & Online Subscriptions): 1) Brief description and timeline for each service (service must end by 9/30/2024) 2) Number of employees and FTE(s) (if applicable) 3) Itemized Budget using Function & Object codes (must match Budget Grid) |
| Example: ARP ESSER funds will be used to purchase Chromebooks, Chromebook carts, document cameras, and touch screen panels to increase academic technology usage and improve student achievement. ARP ESSER funds will also purchase a subscription to ABC (all subscriptions will expire prior to September 30, 2024).
Total Cost: $432,158.00 | 1100 - [300-399] (Software License) $30,000.00 | 1100 - [400-499] (Technology) $402,158.00 |
ARP ESSER funds will be used to purchase Chromebooks, Chromebook chargers, and Wireless (Kajeet) for 5 buses to increase academic technology usage and improve student achievement. ARP ESSER funds will also purchase subscriptions to Webex Program, Zoom, Unique Learning, Rhithm, Kami, Music Play, Make Music, MPS Clicker, Newsela, Edmark, Achieve, and Go Guardian (all subscriptions will expire prior to September 30, 2024).
Total cost: $341,002.90
1100/495/8100 (Chromebooks) $180,000.00
1100/411/8100 (Chromebook chargers) $15,000.00
1100/362/8100 (Wireless for 5 buses-Kajeet) $11,250.00
1100/622/8100 (Online subscriptions) $134,752.90
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| Category 3 (Facility Improvements) |
| Provide the following information for Category 3 (Facility Improvements): 1) Brief description and timeline for each service (service must end by 9/30/2024) 2) Number of employees and FTE(s) (if applicable) 3) Itemized Budget using Function & Object codes (must match Budget Grid) |
| Example: ARP ESSER funds will be used to replace 3 air conditioner units at ABC Elementary School, install 2 new air conditioner units at EFG Middle School, and repair 1 air conditioner unit at IJK High School. All services will be completed by June 2024. Total Cost: $55,500.00
7200 - [500-599] (Capitalized Units) $18,500.00 | 3200 - [400-499] (Non-Capitalized Units and Supplies for Repairs) $37,000.00 |
ARP ESSER funds will be used to replace approximately 27 HVAC units between Central Elementary and Central High School by December 2022. Funds will be used to purchase classroom desks/tables across both schools, and provide for the upgrade of our Career Tech facility. The expansion will allow us to upgrade Career Tech labs, providing the opportunity for students to socially distance in a larger setting.
Total Cost: $615,183.34
1100/492/8100 (Desks) $115,200.00
3200/371/8320 (CTE Labs) $20,051.62
7200/515/9100 (HVAC) $479,931.72
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| Category 4 (Professional Development) |
| Provide the following information for Category 4 (Professional Development): 1) Brief description and timeline for each service (service must end by 9/30/2024) 2) Number of employees and FTE(s) (if applicable) 3) Itemized Budget using Function & Object codes (must match Budget Grid) |
Example:ARP ESSER funds will be used to provide ongoing, high quality professional development for administrators, teachers, and other instructional staff that support increased student achievement in all core subject areas. - Consultants: Our mathematics adoption textbook company (ABC Company) will provide high quality professional development in October 2021 and December 2021 to all teachers within the LEA to prepare them for the COS adoption. Total Cost: $14,000.00 | 2215 - [300-399] (Consultants) $14,000
- Stipends: Teachers and other instructional support staff will be provided a stipend to participate in professional development that is outside of their contracted hours during the Spring of 2022. Total Cost: $19,230.00 | 2215 - [010-199] (Stipends) $11,456.00 | 2215 - [200-299] (Benefits) $7,774.00 |
[Cont.] - Substitutes: Teachers will work collaboratively during the school day to develop curriculum maps and common formative assessments once a quarter for the 2022-2023 school year for a total of 4 days. Our LEA uses ABC Company for subs, so all subs are contractual, and no benefits are provided. Total Cost: $18,000.00 | 2215 - [300-399] (Contract for Subs) $18,000
- Materials and Supplies: General supplies will be needed for all professional development sessions to include but not limited to chart paper, easels, paper, notebooks, pens, pencils, markers, colored pencils, etc. Total Cost: $3,400.00 | 2215 - [400-499] (Supplies & Materials) $3,400.00 |
[Cont.] - Conference Attendance: 6 Teachers & 2 Administrators will attend the MEGA Conference (Mobile, AL) in July 2022 to be provided professional development from the ALSDE to support student achievement. Travel costs will include hotel, per diem, and mileage. Total Cost: $22,000.00 | 2215 - [600-899] (Registration) $4,000.00 | 2215 - [300-399] (Travel) $18,000.00 |
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| Category 5 (Curriculum Materials & Assessments) |
| Provide the following information for Category 5 (Curriculum Materials & Assessments): 1) Brief description and timeline for each service (service must end by 9/30/2024) 2) Number of employees and FTE(s) (if applicable) 3) Itemized Budget using Function & Object codes (must match Budget Grid) |
| Example: ARP ESSER funds will be used to purchase assessment supplies and materials to help provide real time data to increase student achievement. These will include actual assessments and general supplies. All services will be purchased by the end of the 2021-2022 school year.
Total Cost: $8,791.00 | 2130 - [400-499] (Assessment Supplies & Materials) $8,791.00 |
ARP ESSER funds will be used to purchase supplies and materials to support student mental health and well being. Science materials will also be purchased in order to support classroom participation and decrease learning loss. All science and mental health supplies will be purchased by Sept. 30, 2024 Additionally, funds will be used to purchase classroom supplies for students so that they may be prepared for instruction as they begin the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 school years.
Total cost: $65,571.82
2140/419/8210 (Mental Health Materials) $1,500.00
1100/411/8100 (School Supplies and Science Materials) $64,071.82
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| Category 6 (Parent & Family Engagement Activities) |
| Provide the following information for Category 6 (Parent & Family Engagement Activities): 1) Brief description and timeline for each service (service must end by 9/30/2024) 2) Number of employees and FTE(s) (if applicable) 3) Itemized Budget using Function & Object codes (must match Budget Grid) |
| Example: ARP ESSER funds will be used to purchase family handouts and resources for our Family Literacy Night in 2021 and 2022. The resources will include ELA and Math manipulatives and supplies needed to create family activities.
Total Cost: $4,500.00 | 2190 - [400-499] (Supplies and Materials) $4,500.00 |
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| Category 7 (Other) |
| Provide the following information for Category 7 (Other): 1) Brief description and timeline for each service (service must end by 9/30/2024) 2) Number of employees and FTE(s) (if applicable) 3) Itemized Budget using Function & Object codes (must match Budget Grid) |
ARP ESSER funds will be used to purchase 4 buses in order to provide internet capabilities in 4 rural locations of Coosa County as soon as this application is approved. The buses will provide WIFI and be equipped with air-conditioning in order for the students to complete coursework or participate in online courses. The buses will extend the separation of students to allow social distances in cases of extreme conditions.
Funds will also provide for the contracted services of a paraprofessional for a student with special needs who attends Glenwood, Inc. This services is the most appropriate learning environment for this student and will allow for specialized intervention in order to increase the student's social, functional and academic skills, thereby decreasing learning loss. Additionally, 6 AED devices and PPE materials will be purchased in order to support the health and well being of faculty and staff.
Total Cost: $490,689.48
4130/531/8410 (4 school buses) $348,540.00
1100/329/2900 (Glenwood contract- Parapro) $124,812.00
2140/493/8210 (PPE) $17,337.48
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| Category 8 (Other) |
| Provide the following information for Category 8 (Other): 1) Brief description and timeline for each service (service must end by 9/30/2024) 2) Number of employees and FTE(s) (if applicable) 3) Itemized Budget using Function & Object codes (must match Budget Grid) |
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| Category 9 (Other) |
| Provide the following information for Category 9 (Other): 1) Brief description and timeline for each service (service must end by 9/30/2024) 2) Number of employees and FTE(s) (if applicable) 3) Itemized Budget using Function & Object codes (must match Budget Grid) |
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| Category 10 (Other) |
| Provide the following information for Category 10 (Other): 1) Brief description and timeline for each service (service must end by 9/30/2024) 2) Number of employees and FTE(s) (if applicable) 3) Itemized Budget using Function & Object codes (must match Budget Grid) |
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| Category 11 (Other) |
| Provide the following information for Category 11 (Other): 1) Brief description and timeline for each service (service must end by 9/30/2024) 2) Number of employees and FTE(s) (if applicable) 3) Itemized Budget using Function & Object codes (must match Budget Grid) |
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| Category 12 (Other) |
| Provide the following information for Category 12 (Other): 1) Brief description and timeline for each service (service must end by 9/30/2024) 2) Number of employees and FTE(s) (if applicable) 3) Itemized Budget using Function & Object codes (must match Budget Grid) |
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| Administrative Costs |
| Program Administration must be reasonable and necessary in order to manage the federal grant in a compliant and effective manner. | *
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| Provide a summary of how the grant program will be administered, including the title of the staff responsible for the grant administration, the FTE(s), and other funding sources (if applicable) that will contribute to administrative staff salaries/benefits. Additionally, the description must include all estimated costs, match the administrative costs dollar amount listed above, and include the Function and Object codes associated with the charge. |
ARP ESSER funds will support program administration through the employment of a Federal Programs Coordinator at (.75/FTE) while (.25/FTE) will be provided through Title I funding for 3 years, ending by Sept. 30, 2024. The Federal Programs Coordinator will ensure that all guidelines associated with ESSER and Title funding are administered appropriately.
6220/081/8600 (Federal Programs Coordinator - Salary) $162,128.25
6220/2xx/8600 (Federal Programs Coordinator - Benefits) $54,252.63
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| Indirect Costs |
| Indirect Costs represent the expenses of doing business that are not readily identified with the ARP ESSER but are necessary for the general operation of the organization and the conduct of activities it performs. These costs must be reasonable and necessary, and LEAs can use the unrestricted indirect cost rate for calculation. | *
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There are currently no Goal or Action Step items associated with this Grant.
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