Will the grant pay for the hardware/software needed to set up a distance learning site in order for rural schools to be able to participate in college prep, advanced classes, etc.?
A4: Purchase of hardware/software for grant purposes are allowable, but require specific approval. Please see specific budget instructions as stated on Schedule #5, Part 6 – Itemized Supplies and Materials (6300)/(6600) [6399 – Hardware, Software, and other Equipment Not Capitalized; 6630 – Technology hardware/software ($5000 or more per unit)]. Q4a: Does that specific approval for purchase of hardware/software come from the Local LEA School Board or from the grant administrator? A4a: The “approval” referred to within the grant refers to approval of the grant administrator, and is based on the connections shown within the grant between the equipment requested and the need for such equipment based on your campus needs, activities, and the purpose and goals of the grant. You should prove/show the need for any equipment/supplies written into your grant application. Q5: If a school is applying for a grant that would otherwise make them ineligible for the THSCS grant (i.e., a T-STEM grant),
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