Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 160 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Chapter 160-1
Subject 160-1-4 - GRANT PROGRAMS
Rule 160-1-4-.303 - Instructional Supports and Teacher Training to Address Readiness in Literacy Grant

1. Purpose of Grant. The purpose of the grant is to provide funds to local educational agencies (LEA) to support leaders and teachers in the teaching of reading to meet the needs of each student and to improve outcomes for specific subgroups.

2. Term and Conditions. Grants are awarded through a competitive process to local educational agencies (LEA). LEAs must (1) respond to a need identified in its comprehensive needs assessment, (2) focus on supports to increase student achievement in reading, and (3) select one of the interventions identified within the grant application. Recipients must also produce a report at the conclusion of the grant period. Grant award funds are one-time funds and must be used during the fiscal year in which the funds are awarded. There is no allowability for carryover.

3. Eligible Recipient(s). Eligible applicants must be LEAs serving Title I elementary schools.

4. Criteria for Award. Applications will be reviewed and scored by the Georgia Department of Education. Funding will be awarded based on rank (the highest score first) and available funding. All recipients will receive 100% of their proposed budget until funds are exhausted. No partial grants will be awarded.

5. Directions and Deadlines for Applying. Information about the grant, including the deadline, can be found on the Office of School Improvement, Division of School and District Effectiveness's webpage (https://www.gadoe.org/School-Improvement/School-Improvement-Services/Pages/default.aspx) or by contacting the Office of School Improvement at schoolimprovement@doe.k.12.ga.us. Information about the grant will be shared with all eligible districts.