§7272. Definitions — Inbound Citations
20 U.S.C. § 7272
Cited by 57 provisions in release 119-102.
Citations to 20 U.S.C. § 7272 as a whole
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(c) As eligible entity shall, as part of the application described in subsection (a), submit a preliminary memorandum of understanding, signed by each partner entity or agency described in section 7272(1)(A)(3) of this title (if applicable) and detailing each partner’s financial, programmatic, and long-term commitment with respect to the strategies described in the application.
Citations to §7272(1)
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(1) The Secretary shall use not less than 95 percent of the amounts made available under section 7251(b)(2)(B) of this title to award grants, on a competitive basis and subject to subsection (e), to eligible entities for the following activities:(A) The implementation of a comprehensive, effective continuum of coordinated services that meets the purpose described in section 7271(1) of this title by carrying out activities in neighborhoods with—(i) high concentrations of low-income individuals;(ii) multiple signs of distress, which may include high rates of poverty, childhood obesity, academic failure, and juvenile delinquency, adjudication, or incarceration; and(iii) schools implementing comprehensive support and improvement activities or targeted support and improvement activities under section 6311(d) of this title.(B) The provision of assistance to public elementary schools or secondary schools to function as full-service community schools.
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(2) Each grant awarded under this subpart shall be of sufficient size and scope to allow the eligible entity to carry out the applicable purposes of this subpart.
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(c) Continued funding of a grant under this subpart, including a grant extended under subsection (b), after the third year of the initial grant period shall be contingent on the eligible entity’s progress toward meeting—(1) with respect to a grant for activities described in section 7274 of this title, the performance metrics described in section 7274(h) of this title; and(2) with respect to a grant for activities described in section 7275 of this title, annual performance objectives and outcomes under section 7275(a)(4)(C) of this title.
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(A) Each eligible entity receiving a grant under this subpart for activities described in section 7274 of this title shall contribute matching funds in an amount equal to not less than 100 percent of the amount of the grant. Such matching funds shall come from Federal, State, local, and private sources.
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(D) The Secretary may waive or reduce, on a case-by-case basis, the matching requirement under this paragraph, including the requirement for funds from private sources, for a period of 1 year at a time, if the eligible entity demonstrates significant financial hardship.
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(A) Each eligible entity receiving a grant under this subpart for activities described in section 7275 of this title shall provide matching funds from non-Federal sources, which may be provided in part with in-kind contributions.
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(A) The Secretary may not require any eligible entity receiving a grant under this subpart to provide matching funds in an amount that exceeds the amount of the grant award.
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(B) Notwithstanding this subsection, the Secretary shall not consider the ability of an eligible entity to match funds when determining which applicants will receive grants under this subpart.
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(1) From the amounts allocated under subsection (a) for grants to eligible entities, the Secretary shall use not less than 15 percent of such amounts to award grants to eligible entities that propose to carry out the activities described in such subsection in rural areas.
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(a) An eligible entity desiring a grant under this subpart for activities described in this section shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time and in such manner as the Secretary may require, including, at a minimum, all of the following:(1) A plan to significantly improve the academic outcomes of children living in a neighborhood that is served by the eligible entity—(A) by providing pipeline services that address the needs of children in the neighborhood, as identified by the needs analysis described in paragraph (4); and(B) that is supported by effective practices.(2) A description of the neighborhood that the eligible entity will serve.(3) Measurable annual objectives and outcomes for the grant, in accordance with the metrics described in subsection (h), for each year of the grant.(4) An analysis of the needs and assets of the neighborhood identified in paragraph (1), including—(A) the size and scope of the population affected;(B) a description of the process through which the needs analysis was produced, including a description of how parents, families, and community members were engaged in such analysis;(C) an analysis of community assets and collaborative efforts (including programs already provided from Federal and non-Federal sources) within, or accessible to, the neighborhood, including, at a minimum, early learning opportunities, family and student supports, local businesses, local educational agencies, and institutions of higher education;(D) the steps that the eligible entity is taking, at the time of the application, to address the needs identified in the needs analysis; and(E) any barriers the eligible entity, public agencies, and other community-based organizations have faced in meeting such needs.(5) A description of—(A) all information that the entity used to identify the pipeline services to be provided, which shall not include information that is more than 3 years old; and(B) how the eligible entity will—(i) collect data on children served by each pipeline service; and(ii) increase the percentage of children served over time.(6) A description of the process used to develop the application, including the involvement of family and community members.(7) A description of how the pipeline services will facilitate the coordination of the following activities:(A) Providing early learning opportunities for children, including by—(i) providing opportunities for families to acquire the skills to promote early learning and child development; and(ii) ensuring appropriate diagnostic assessments and referrals for children with disabilities and children aged 3 through 9 experiencing developmental delays, consistent with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.), where applicable.(B) Supporting, enhancing, operating, or expanding rigorous, comprehensive, effective educational improvements, which may include high-quality academic programs, expanded learning time, and programs and activities to prepare students for postsecondary education admissions and success.(C) Supporting partnerships between schools and other community resources with an integrated focus on academics and other social, health, and familial supports.(D) Providing social, health, nutrition, and mental health services and supports, for children, family members, and community members, which may include services provided within the school building.(E) Supporting evidence-based programs that assist students through school transitions, which may include expanding access to postsecondary education courses and postsecondary education enrollment aid or guidance, and other supports for at-risk youth.(8) A description of the strategies that will be used to provide pipeline services (including a description of which programs and services will be provided to children, family members, community members, and children within the neighborhood) to support the purpose described in section 7271(1) of this title.(9) An explanation of the process the eligible entity will use to establish and maintain family and community engagement, including—(A) involving representative participation by the members of such neighborhood in the planning and implementation of the activities of each grant awarded under this subpart for activities described in this section;(B) the provision of strategies and practices to assist family and community members in actively supporting student achievement and child development;(C) providing services for students, families, and communities within the school building; and(D) collaboration with institutions of higher education, workforce development centers, and employers to align expectations and programming with postsecondary education and workforce readiness,(10) An explanation of how the eligible entity will continuously evaluate and improve the continuum of high-quality pipeline services to provide for continuous program improvement and potential expansion.
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(1) A plan to significantly improve the academic outcomes of children living in a neighborhood that is served by the eligible entity—(A) by providing pipeline services that address the needs of children in the neighborhood, as identified by the needs analysis described in paragraph (4); and(B) that is supported by effective practices.
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(2) A description of the neighborhood that the eligible entity will serve.
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(D) the steps that the eligible entity is taking, at the time of the application, to address the needs identified in the needs analysis; and
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(E) any barriers the eligible entity, public agencies, and other community-based organizations have faced in meeting such needs.
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(B) how the eligible entity will—(i) collect data on children served by each pipeline service; and(ii) increase the percentage of children served over time.
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(9) An explanation of the process the eligible entity will use to establish and maintain family and community engagement, including—(A) involving representative participation by the members of such neighborhood in the planning and implementation of the activities of each grant awarded under this subpart for activities described in this section;(B) the provision of strategies and practices to assist family and community members in actively supporting student achievement and child development;(C) providing services for students, families, and communities within the school building; and(D) collaboration with institutions of higher education, workforce development centers, and employers to align expectations and programming with postsecondary education and workforce readiness,
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(10) An explanation of how the eligible entity will continuously evaluate and improve the continuum of high-quality pipeline services to provide for continuous program improvement and potential expansion.
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(b) In awarding grants for activities described in this section, the Secretary shall give priority to eligible entities that will use funds under subsection (d) for evidence-based activities, which, for purposes of this subsection, is defined as activities meeting the requirements of section 7801(21)(A)(i) of this title.
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(c) As eligible entity shall, as part of the application described in subsection (a), submit a preliminary memorandum of understanding, signed by each partner entity or agency described in section 7272(1)(A)(3) of this title (if applicable) and detailing each partner’s financial, programmatic, and long-term commitment with respect to the strategies described in the application.
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(d) Each eligible entity that receives a grant under this subpart to carry out a program of activities described in this section shall use the grant funds to—(1) support planning activities to develop and implement pipeline services;(2) implement the pipeline services; and(3) continuously evaluate the success of the program and improve the program based on data and outcomes.
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(1) Each eligible entity that receives a grant under this subpart for activities described in this section shall, for the first year of the grant, use not less than 50 percent of the grant funds, and, for the second year of the grant, use not less than 25 percent of the grant funds, to carry out the activities described in subsection (d)(1).
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(2) Each eligible entity that operates a school in a neighborhood served by a grant program under this subpart for activities described in this section shall provide such school with the operational flexibility, including autonomy over staff, time, and budget, needed to effectively carry out the activities described in the application under subsection (a).
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(f) Each eligible entity that receives a grant under this subpart for activities described in this section shall prepare and submit an annual report to the Secretary, which shall include—(1) information about the number and percentage of children in the neighborhood who are served by the grant program, including a description of the number and percentage of children accessing each support or service offered as part of the pipeline services; and(2) information relating to the performance metrics described in subsection (h).
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(g) Each eligible entity that receives a grant under this subpart for activities described in this section shall make publicly available, including through electronic means, the information described in subsection (f). To the extent practicable, such information shall be provided in a form and language accessible to parents and families in the neighborhood served under the grant, and such information shall be a part of statewide longitudinal data systems.
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(A) data-driven decision-making by eligible entities receiving funds under this subpart; and
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(3) Each eligible entity that receives a grant under this subpart for activities described in this section shall annually collect and report to the Secretary data on the performance indicators described in paragraph (2) for use by the Secretary in making a determination concerning continuation funding and grant extension under section 7273(b) of this title for each eligible entity.
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(a) An eligible entity that desires a grant under this subpart for activities described in this section shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time and in such manner as the Secretary may require. The Secretary shall require that each such application include the following:(1) A description of the eligible entity.(2) A memorandum of understanding among all partner entities in the eligible entity that will assist the eligible entity to coordinate and provide pipeline services and that describes the roles the partner entities will assume.(3) A description of the capacity of the eligible entity to coordinate and provide pipeline services at 2 or more full-service community schools.(4) A comprehensive plan that includes descriptions of the following:(A) The student, family, and school community to be served, including demographic information.(B) A needs assessment that identifies the academic, physical, nonacademic, health, mental health, and other needs of students, families, and community residents.(C) Annual measurable performance objectives and outcomes, including an increase in the number and percentage of families and students targeted for services each year of the program, in order to ensure that children are—(i) prepared for kindergarten;(ii) achieving academically; and(iii) safe, healthy, and supported by engaged parents.(D) Pipeline services, including existing and additional pipeline services, to be coordinated and provided by the eligible entity and its partner entities, including an explanation of—(i) why such services have been selected;(ii) how such services will improve student academic achievement; and(iii) how such services will address the annual measurable performance objectives and outcomes established under subparagraph (C).(E) Plans to ensure that each full-service community school site has a full-time coordinator of pipeline services at such school, including a description of the applicable funding sources, plans for professional development for the personnel managing, coordinating, or delivering pipeline services, and plans for joint utilization and management of school facilities.(F) Plans for annual evaluation based upon attainment of the performance objectives and outcomes described in subparagraph (C).(G) Plans for sustaining the programs and services described in this subsection after the grant period.(5) An assurance that the eligible entity and its partner entities will focus services on schools eligible for a schoolwide program under section 6314(b) of this title.
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(1) A description of the eligible entity.
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(2) A memorandum of understanding among all partner entities in the eligible entity that will assist the eligible entity to coordinate and provide pipeline services and that describes the roles the partner entities will assume.
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(3) A description of the capacity of the eligible entity to coordinate and provide pipeline services at 2 or more full-service community schools.
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(D) Pipeline services, including existing and additional pipeline services, to be coordinated and provided by the eligible entity and its partner entities, including an explanation of—(i) why such services have been selected;(ii) how such services will improve student academic achievement; and(iii) how such services will address the annual measurable performance objectives and outcomes established under subparagraph (C).
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(5) An assurance that the eligible entity and its partner entities will focus services on schools eligible for a schoolwide program under section 6314(b) of this title.
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(b) In awarding grants under this subpart for activities described in this section, the Secretary shall give priority to eligible entities that—(A) will serve a minimum of 2 or more full-service community schools eligible for a schoolwide program under section 6314(b) of this title, as part of a community- or district-wide strategy; or(B) include a local educational agency that satisfies the requirements of—(i) subparagraph (A), (B), or (C) of section 7345(b)(1) of this title; or(ii) subparagraphs (A) and (B) of section 7351(b)(1) of this title;(2) are consortiums comprised of a broad representation of stakeholders or consortiums demonstrating a history of effectiveness; and(3) will use funds for evidence-based activities described in subsection (e), defined for purposes of this paragraph as activities meeting the requirements of section 7801(21)(A)(i) of this title.
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(c) The Secretary may authorize an eligible entity receiving a grant under this subpart for activities described in this section to use not more than 10 percent of the total amount of grant funds for planning purposes during the first year of the grant.
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(d) The Secretary may not award a grant under this subpart for activities described in this section to an eligible entity in an amount that is less than $75,000 for each year of the grant period, subject to the availability of appropriations.
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(g) The Secretary shall require each eligible entity receiving a grant under this subpart for activities described in this section to—(1) conduct annual evaluations of the progress achieved with the grant toward the purpose described in section 7271(2) of this title;(2) use such evaluations to refine and improve activities carried out through the grant and the annual measurable performance objectives and outcomes under subsection (a)(4)(C); and(3) make the results of such evaluations publicly available, including by providing public notice of such availability.
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(i) Funds made available to an eligible entity through a grant under this subpart for activities described in this section may be used only to supplement, and not supplant, any other Federal, State, or local funds that would otherwise be available to carry out the activities assisted under this section.
Citations to §7272(2)
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(2) provide support for the planning, implementation, and operation of full-service community schools that improve the coordination and integration, accessibility, and effectiveness of services for children and families, particularly for children attending high-poverty schools, including high-poverty rural schools.
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(B) The provision of assistance to public elementary schools or secondary schools to function as full-service community schools.
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(3) A description of the capacity of the eligible entity to coordinate and provide pipeline services at 2 or more full-service community schools.
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(E) Plans to ensure that each full-service community school site has a full-time coordinator of pipeline services at such school, including a description of the applicable funding sources, plans for professional development for the personnel managing, coordinating, or delivering pipeline services, and plans for joint utilization and management of school facilities.
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(A) will serve a minimum of 2 or more full-service community schools eligible for a schoolwide program under section 6314(b) of this title, as part of a community- or district-wide strategy; or
Citations to §7272(3)
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(A) by providing pipeline services that address the needs of children in the neighborhood, as identified by the needs analysis described in paragraph (4); and
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(A) all information that the entity used to identify the pipeline services to be provided, which shall not include information that is more than 3 years old; and
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(7) A description of how the pipeline services will facilitate the coordination of the following activities:(A) Providing early learning opportunities for children, including by—(i) providing opportunities for families to acquire the skills to promote early learning and child development; and(ii) ensuring appropriate diagnostic assessments and referrals for children with disabilities and children aged 3 through 9 experiencing developmental delays, consistent with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.), where applicable.(B) Supporting, enhancing, operating, or expanding rigorous, comprehensive, effective educational improvements, which may include high-quality academic programs, expanded learning time, and programs and activities to prepare students for postsecondary education admissions and success.(C) Supporting partnerships between schools and other community resources with an integrated focus on academics and other social, health, and familial supports.(D) Providing social, health, nutrition, and mental health services and supports, for children, family members, and community members, which may include services provided within the school building.(E) Supporting evidence-based programs that assist students through school transitions, which may include expanding access to postsecondary education courses and postsecondary education enrollment aid or guidance, and other supports for at-risk youth.
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(8) A description of the strategies that will be used to provide pipeline services (including a description of which programs and services will be provided to children, family members, community members, and children within the neighborhood) to support the purpose described in section 7271(1) of this title.
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(10) An explanation of how the eligible entity will continuously evaluate and improve the continuum of high-quality pipeline services to provide for continuous program improvement and potential expansion.
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(1) support planning activities to develop and implement pipeline services;
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(2) implement the pipeline services; and
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(1) information about the number and percentage of children in the neighborhood who are served by the grant program, including a description of the number and percentage of children accessing each support or service offered as part of the pipeline services; and
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(2) A memorandum of understanding among all partner entities in the eligible entity that will assist the eligible entity to coordinate and provide pipeline services and that describes the roles the partner entities will assume.
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(3) A description of the capacity of the eligible entity to coordinate and provide pipeline services at 2 or more full-service community schools.
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(D) Pipeline services, including existing and additional pipeline services, to be coordinated and provided by the eligible entity and its partner entities, including an explanation of—(i) why such services have been selected;(ii) how such services will improve student academic achievement; and(iii) how such services will address the annual measurable performance objectives and outcomes established under subparagraph (C).
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(E) Plans to ensure that each full-service community school site has a full-time coordinator of pipeline services at such school, including a description of the applicable funding sources, plans for professional development for the personnel managing, coordinating, or delivering pipeline services, and plans for joint utilization and management of school facilities.
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(1) coordinate not less than 3 existing pipeline services, as of the date of the grant award, and provide not less than 2 additional pipeline services, at 2 or more public elementary schools or secondary schools;
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(2) to the extent practicable, integrate multiple pipeline services into a comprehensive, coordinated continuum to achieve the annual measurable performance objectives and outcomes under subsection (a)(4)(C) to meet the holistic needs of children; and