GRANT GOALS
Grant Applications should clearly describe the proposed project, with particular emphasis on:
- Innovative Approaches to Teaching and Learning
- Clarity of goals and objectives along with alignment to district, school and curricular goals
- Detailed implementation plan
- Size of the student population that will benefit from the project
- Reasonable budget
- Approval of School Administration
What types of projects are funded?
- Provide funding for projects that further students’ educational experiences that complements the existing curricula and extra curricula activities
- Invest in teaching and learning initiatives that go beyond the scope of those funded by the public schools of North Kingstown
- Work with the larger community to have a direct and immediate impact on a target audience
Grants will NOT be given for the following purposes:
- Expenses normally covered in the general operating budget of the school or reduction of budget shortfalls with the exception of field trip monies.
- Capital improvements
- Compensation (including honoraria or stipends) for employees of the North Kingstown School Department or substitute pay
- Food and party supplies
- Equipment purchases that are not part of a specific project or curriculum
- Clubs and activities that are not extensions of existing curricular programs
- Ongoing maintenance of existing programs
- Professional development opportunities that are not tied to curriculum
