B. ALLOCATION PROPOSAL
GENERAL FUND ALLOCATIONS ARE TENTATIVE. THE AMOUNTS ALLOCATED MAY BE REDUCED BY EXECUTIVE RESTRICTIONS AND/OR INTERNAL REDUCTIONS.
NCLB COMP SCH REFORM DEMO-TITLE I, 13078
1. Purpose
To provide financial incentives to schools that need to substantially improve student achievement to implement comprehensive school reform programs that are based on scientifically-based research and effective practices, with an emphasis on academic achievement for all students.
2. Rationale for Allocation
a. The funds for this allocation are derived from the federal grant award notification, "Comprehensive School Reform Demonstration Program," dated July 1, 2004, for $966,179. Five percent (5%), $48,309, has been set aside for State Administration.
b. A grant may be awarded to a school for a period of up to three years, based on substantial progress demonstrated annually.
3. Guidelines for Implementation
a. A CSRDP grant award to a school is subject to review and monitoring for fidelity to the law and the approved grant application.
b. The grant award is to be expended to implement the school's comprehensive school reform program as described in its grant application.
c. The school has flexibility in using funds to implement the various elements of its grant application. However, if a significant change in the use of funds is anticipated, the school should contact the Special Programs Management Section to ascertain whether an amendment to the application is necessary.
d. Funds are to be expended in accordance with federal law and regulations as well as the guidelines found in the "FMS User Policy & Process Flow Guide," personnel rules and regulations, and procurement law.
e. Funds are to be encumbered or expended by September 30, 2005.
4. Allocation of Resources
The following is the breakout of the $350,000 in "T" funds from the Special Programs Management Section, ORG. ID. 730000 to the various ORG. IDs. as a subsequent allocation.
Third year funds are allocated to the following schools:
Kamaile Elementary $50,000
Leihoku Elementary $50,000
Makakilo Elementary $50,000
Pahoa Elementary $50,000
Waiahole Elementary $50,000
Waianae Intermediate $50,000
Funds for the first of three years are allocated to:
Kealakehe Elementary $50,000
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