EPSCoR is the Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research, which was established by the National Science Foundation to strengthen research and education in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and drive science-based economic development.
Applications may be submitted by school districts and educational service providers in South Dakota. Applications must demonstrate partnerships with economic development corporations or industry partners.
School districts that receive funding will be expected to fulfill the requirements of approved CTE programs in South Dakota during the 2018-19 school year.
These opportunities can be accomplished through: development of rigorous new programs; expanding or increasing rigor and relevance in current programs; enhancing career guidance; implementing capstone experiences; providing virtual courses, and more.
Preference for awards will be given to rural school districts and first time applicants. Preference will also be given to projects that are cooperative between academic areas and one or more of the four CTE program areas listed above.
Application can be downloaded by selecting “SD EPSCoR Request For Proposal” below.
Eligibility: Applications may be submitted by school districts and educational service providers in South Dakota. Applications must demonstrate partnerships with economic development corporations or industry partners.
Scope: Up to $170,000 will be granted to schools. Grant awards will cap at $30,000 each. Projects may begin following award notification October 11, 2018. Funds must be expended by prior to April 15, 2019.
Proposal Rating Rubric: SDEPSCoR Grants will be awarded through a competitive process. All proposals will be read and judged by a review committee. The review committee will determine award winners based on the grant priorities and criteria using this scoring rubric: SD EPSCoR RFP Rubric.
Data Narrative and Reporting Form – Reporting data is a requirement for all grant awardees. Use this document SD EPSCoR Report Summary Form. Please submit upon project completion.
Questions can be directed to Jane Gubrud, (605) 295-1892, at the Department of Education, or visit: sdepscor.org.