2195 Availability of 2003-2004 Statewide demonstration innovative learning and workplace development funding for agriculture programs

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Availability of 2003-2004 Statewide Demonstration Innovative Learning and Workforce Development Funding for Agriculture Programs

[33 Pa.B. 5628]

   Applications are invited for one Statewide Demonstration Innovative Learning and Workforce Development Funding for Agriculture Programs project. The project period is from November 26, 2003, to June 30, 2004. The maximum amount per application is $70,000. Available funds total $70,000.

1.  Eligibility Requirements

   Funding is available on a competitive basis to high schools and career and technical education centers with approved agriculture programs.

2.  Applications Deadline

   Applications are due on November 26, 2003, by 5 p.m.

3.  How to Apply

   The Department of Education (Department) has implemented an internet-based e-grant system that that requires eligible applicants to apply for funding on-line. The grant guidelines will be available on the Department's website: www.pde.state.pa.us/. Click on ''K-12 Schools,'' ''Career/Technical Education,'' ''Grants and Funding,'' ''Funding Sources.'' This page provides a listing of the various funding guidelines. Click on ''Innovative Learning and Workforce Development for Agriculture Programs Statewide Demonstration Project.''

4.  Questions Concerning the Grant Application

   Questions concerning the grant application should be addressed to John Bonchalk, General Vocational Education Advisor, Department of Education, Bureau of Career and Technical Education, Division of Contract Administration, 333 Market Street, 6th Floor, Harrisburg, PA 17126-0333, [phone], [e-mail].

VICKI L. PHILLIPS, Ed.D.,   
Secretary

[Pa.B. Doc. No. 03-2195. Filed for public inspection November 14, 2003, 9:00 a.m.]