Description
This competitive grant supports Massachusetts public schools in conducting an Arts & Cultural Vitality (ACV) program review using the DESE ACV Index and model. Funding covers stipends for ACV team members and related materials needed to assess, document, and report on arts programming effectiveness. Recipients must comply with DESE’s mandatory contract language, including digital accessibility standards, intellectual‑property transfer, and CORI background checks for any personnel interacting with children.
• Eligible applicants are public schools or districts within Massachusetts.
• Deliverables include a completed ACV review, data collection tools, and a final report submitted to DESE.
• Funding is provided as stipends and material costs; no cost‑share or matching requirements are noted.
• Vendors must meet DESE’s contractual requirements (digital accessibility, CORI checks, IP licensing).
• The solicitation is open‑market with an “OPEN” bid type, and responses are due within a few days of posting.