2013 Mathematics and Science Partnerships RFA Awards

Applications were placed in two categories and then ranked by score. The two categories are for applications that addressed foundational number knowledge (+FNN) and those that did not address foundational number knowledge (-FNN).

Following are statements in the RFA that support the number of awards and the two application categories:

It is anticipated that the Kentucky Department of Education will award approximately 5 grants... (page 2) [Funding is available for six awards.]

Focus on improving the ability of teachers to assess and provide effective instruction that develops student strategies and skills for the attainment of foundational number knowledge * KDE’s Strategic Proficiency Plan emphasizes foundational number knowledge in K-8. Applications addressing this focus will be evaluated separately in their own category with the intent of funding a minimum of two projects, assuming all applicable criteria are otherwise met. (page 4)

AWARDED APPLICATIONS

+FNN

Institution of Higher Education Partner / District/School Partners
Western Kentucky University / Campbellsville Ind, Hart, Russell, Cumberland, Muhlenberg, Simpson, Hardin, Ohio, Taylor, Owensboro Ind
Northern Kentucky University / Boone, Boyle, Bullitt, Christian, Clark, Clinton, Crittenden, Elliot, Fayette, Gallatin, Harrison, Jackson, Jessamine, Kenton, Knox, Logan, EKU Model Lab School, Monroe, Morgan, Oldham, Owensboro, Perry, Pulaski, Rowan, Scott, Silver Grove Ind

-FNN

Institution of Higher Education Partner / District/School Partners
University of Louisville / Jefferson
Western Kentucky University / Campbellsville Ind, Hart, Russell, Cumberland, Muhlenberg, Simpson, Hardin, Ohio, Taylor, Owensboro Ind
University of Kentucky / Campbell, East Carter, Garrard, Harrison, Johnson, Lewis, Mercer, North Oldham
Eastern Kentucky University / Clay, East Bernstadt, Jackson, Knox, Madison