; (2) the extent to which relevant and directly impacted school leaders have been involved with the proposed programs and indicated a commitment to carrying out high-quality dual language immersion programs; and (3) the quality of the programs proposed in the applications submitted under subsection (e). (g) Technical assistance and evaluation From the amount appropriated under subsection (i) for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall reserve $250,000 to contract with an eligible entity with a proven track record in dual language immersion programs for the purpose of— (1) providing technical assistance to local educational agencies receiving grants under this Act in order to strengthen programs conducted by grantees pursuant to this Act; and (2) conducting an evaluation of programs funded under this Act, which shall— (A) be used by the Secretary to determine the effectiveness of programs funded through this Act and improve services to participating children; and (B) include— (i) a comprehensive evaluation of the impact of the programs on students, including an assessment of literacy skills and language development in both English and the primary home language; (ii) a comprehensive evaluation of the effectiveness of instructional practices used in the programs