Request for Applications
Mathematics, Science, and Computer Science Professional Learning Grant
Note: The due date for the request for applications has passed. This page is for reference and administration of funding.
Fifty million dollars ($50,000,000) will be allocated to a county office of education (COE) to lead a consortium that will provide professional learning and support family engagement in mathematics, science, and computer science for pupils in grades four through twelve, inclusive. The COE will also collaborate with other mathematics, science, and computer science initiatives to develop a comprehensive system of support for children from birth to grade twelve.
Program Questions: Shannon Gordon, email: SGordon@cde.ca.gov
Downloading Questions: John Cooper, Professional Learning Support and Monitoring Office, email: PLSMO@cde.ca.gov
Completed applications are due by the Timeline provided below.
| Document | Description |
|---|---|
| Request for Applications (RFA) (DOCX) |
Instructions for fiscal year 2022–23 applications. |
| Fillable XLSX form for the budget across all five grant years. |
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| Mathematics, Science, and Computer Science Professional Learning Grant Online Application System | Link to online application system no longer available. See RFA for details and instructions. |
| Application Technical Assistance Webinar (PPTX) | PowerPoint slides presented at the Application Technical Assistance Webinar. |
| Application Technical Assistance Webinar Questions & Answers (DOCX) | Questions and answers from the Application Technical Assistance Webinar. |
Application Timeline*
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| RFA Release |
Wednesday, March 1, 2023 |
| Notice of Intent to Apply | Thursday, March 16, 2023, by 5 p.m. |
| Application Workshop Webinar | Thursday, March 23, 2023 |
| Application due to the California Department of Education (CDE) | Thursday, April 13, 2023, by 3 p.m. |
| Intent to Award posted | Wednesday, May 10, 2023 |
| Last day for Appeals to be received by the CDE | Wednesday, May 24, 2023 |
| Final Awards posted | Wednesday, May 31, 2023 |
*Timeline subject to change. Refer to this web page for the most up-to-date timeline.
Certifications and Assurances
| Document | Description |
|---|---|
| Required as a condition of receiving funds. Applicants do not need to sign and return them with the application; they must be downloaded and kept on file for compliance reviews, complaint investigations, or audits. Applicants that participate in the Consolidated Application - ConApp - should have a copy on file and do not need another copy. Program-specific assurances are not included here and should be listed separately on the Request for Application (RFA). |
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