How do SLDS grants differ from regular grant awards?
SLDS grant are cooperative agreements, which allow NCES to have ongoing relationships with grantees that encourage knowledge sharing and convening among grantees, and allow for easier distribution of technical assistance and other resources and services to grantees. Grantees must fulfill certain duties as part of cooperative agreements, such as attendance and participation in the national grantee conference. All such requirements are outlined in the cooperative agreement sent to grantees after award notification.
