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Please read all of the information presented on this form before filling out any part.  Direct any questions to the specified Foundation member listed at the bottom of the instructions at the end of this application.

Name(s):                                                               Date:                

Indicate which grant program this application represents
          Angel Program            (Ongoing)  

          Foundation Grant         (Deadlines: November 1 and March 15)

          Special Projects          (Deadline:  May 15)

(1) Project Title/Equipment Requested:                                                     

(2) Amount Requested:  $                                   

(3) Where will the project take place or the equipment be located?                                                                                                                       

(4) What student population benefits from this proposal?                                
How many?                       

(5) COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: (Identify any community groups or others who are working with you on
this project. For example: parents, civic groups, educators, medical or research professionals, businesses, judicial or
law enforcement individuals, performing arts affiliates, etc.)
                                                                                                                                                                                                  

                                                                                                                                                                                                   
 
 (6) PROJECT/EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION for which you are seeking a grant.  Please be as specific and as detailed as possible.  Include educational discipline(s), subject matter, method of delivery, timetable, plan of   implementation, etc. (All relevant information must be on the application form itself.  Please attach any brochures, news articles, videos or other relevant information.)
 
                                                                                                                                                                                                   

  (7) PROJECT GOALS: (Please describe your expectations from implementing this project or equipment.)

 
  (8) PROJECT FEEDBACK: (For your convenience, the Educational Foundation will provide you with a feedback form. If you wish to provide feedback to the Foundation using your own method, describe how you will monitor, determine, or measure the proposed outcome of this project or use of the requested equipment.  Completion of the feedback information is a mandatory requirement for the acceptance of the grant. )
                                                                                                                                                                                                   

  (9)  ONGOING PROJECTS: (If this is an ongoing project, how do you expect it to be funded in subsequent years?)

 BUDGET:  Please itemize the supplies, materials, equipment, including shipping & handling (expenses not listed below will not be paid by the Foundation):

                        Item                                         Cost

                                                           $                              

                                                           $                              

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                                                           $                              

                                                           $                                                            
 

(10) Are additional funds coming from or being sought from other sources, either for this specific project or equipment or for the implementation of this project or equipment?
No                   Yes           
If yes, please indicate from where,how much and what the funds are for: 

Total Cost of Project/Equipment:  $          Amount of Grant Requested:  $             

PRINCIPAL'S SIGNATURE  (Application must be signed by the building principal for consideration.)

Principal's Approval:                                                   Date:                                    

SUPERINTENDENT'S SIGNATURE  (Application must be signed by the superintendent if grant request is
$2,500.00 or over)

Superintendent's Approval:                                            Date:                                    

I. TYPES OF GRANTS, DEADLINES & NOTIFICATION DATES:

Angel Program:  Up to $300.00 per angel family  Application dates:  Ongoing     Notification: As soon as angel families have been secured.
Objective:  To provide teachers with equipment and materials for innovative projects within the classroom.

Foundation Grant Program:  Awards up to $2,499.00 Application dates:  Nov. 1 and March 15   Notification: Nov. 30 & April 30
Objective:  To provide funding for programs, equipment and training that will involve a broad spectrum of the student population.  Preference will  be given to proposals that include an entire grade level or school.  

Special Projects:  Awards over $2,500.00     Application date:  May 15    
Notification: June 15
Objective:  To provide funding for major projects/equipment and all technology.  Requests are submitted through the building principals and must contain the superintendent's approval signature.

II. ELIGIBILITY:

In-District teachers, administrators & staff are eligible. Parents and community members are eligible with the sponsorship of an in-district teacher or administrator.
 

III.  CRITERIA:

* Embody and contribute to the philosophies and educational goals of the District.
* Include an assessment mechanism to evaluate the effectiveness of the grant program or equipment request upon completion of the project.
* Enhance the learning experiences of the Chester Township Public School students.
* Be appropriate to the audience.
* Embody and contribute to the philosophies of the Educational Foundation Mission and Vision Statements.
 

IV.  GUIDELINES:

1.  A per diem rate of $100.00 will be paid for all overnight seminars.
2.  Mileage at the current IRS approved rate will be paid for all seminars that do not        require an overnight stay.
3.  A maximum of two teachers per grade level will be sent to the same seminar.
4.  Only one grant will be awarded for any proposal.
5.  Grants awarded to different applicants to conduct a mutual project will equal no         more than the maximum amounts as specified in "Awards".
6.  Grants may not be used for:  fund raising purposes, general operating expenses, or     activities that are primarily for entertainment purposes.
7.  An individual or group receiving grant funds agrees to complete a questionnaire from     the Foundation to give feedback on the merits of the program or equipment.
8.  If substitute teachers are needed for implementation of your grant, any approval of     the grant will be subject to the school Board's agreement to pay  for these               substitutes.
9.  If School Board approval or funding is necessary for implementation of your grant,       (i.e., Family Math, Family Science), any approval of the grant by  the Foundation will    be subject to the necessary approval or funding by the School Board.
10.Creative programs are preferred over commercially available packages.
11.Grants that share materials and/or techniques between grades, groups and schools      will be given preference.
12.A clear, concise, organized plan for use of money granted, with specific evaluation      steps and criteria will enhance the application.
13.A detailed, exact itemization of all costs, including shipping & handling, is required.

V.  WHERE TO SEND THE APPLICATION:

                        or

Put in the Educational Foundation box in your school's office (If this application is for something other than a Foundation Grant, please call us at 908-879-2102 to let us know where and when to pick up the application.)

VI.  NEED MORE INFORMATION?

Angel Grants - Call Erica Taterka at 879-6986
Foundation Grants & Special Projects - Call Ellen Harrington at 879-9039
General Foundation Information - 879-2102