Description
The Pennsylvania Department of Education is seeking grant applications for the Section 243 Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education Program. The program aims to provide integrated English literacy and civics education services to adults who are English language learners, in combination with integrated education and training activities. The total federal funding available for awards is approximately $2.25 million. Eligible applicants must demonstrate effectiveness in providing adult education and literacy activities and meet specific requirements, including providing year-round, leveled, managed enrollment classroom activities and support services, and integrating workforce preparation activities into instruction and support services.
• The program will provide services to adults who are English language learners, including professionals with degrees and credentials obtained in their native countries.
• The program will include instruction in English literacy, English language acquisition, and the rights and responsibilities of citizenship and civic participation.
• The program will provide access to at least one integrated education and training activity annually.
• The program will have a program administrator who is a full-time employee of the grantee agency.
• The program will have a partnership at a local PA CareerLink site and fulfill all the roles and responsibilities of a one-stop partner.
• The program will integrate with the local workforce development system and its functions to place participants in unsubsidized employment in in-demand industries and occupations that lead to economic self-sufficiency.