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Hi, Massachusetts Educators!
Are you ready to transform your school? With significant funding available to Massachusetts schools, MindSpark is your partner in securing and maximizing funding from this grant.
The Targeted Assistance Grant is a unique opportunity to help your school implement your highest priority improvement initiatives.
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Let us help you turn your education goals into a reality!
About the Grant
The Center for School and District Partnership designed the Targeted Assistance Grant program to support the implementation of needs identified in the district prioritization or similar process used to determine the district's highest priority for improvement. ​
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The activities the district selects will promote educational equity by providing support that aligns with DESE's Educational Vision.
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Approximately $4,500,000 is available in funding to increase student achievement by expanding school districts' capacity to support and educate students who have traditionally been marginalized.
Grant Application Deadline:
Monday, September 30, 2024, 5:00 PM Eastern
These Funds Can Support:
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Develop and sustain a diverse, culturally responsive well-prepared workforce
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Cultivating systems to support the whole student
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Promotion of Deeper Learning
Is My School Eligible?
Eligible schools are those identified under the 2023 Massachusetts District and School Accountability System as in the bottom 10 percentiles, have a federal designation, or are identified as underperforming and supported by the Center for School and District Partnership (CSDP).
Let MindSpark Be Your Partner in Grant Success
Our non-profit partners with schools and educators to attain and utilize these types of unique funding to align with your state’s standards.
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Partnering with MindSpark means maximizing your chances of grant approval and ensuring the funds are used effectively to achieve your school's goals. Our proven track record and deep expertise in the field set us apart. We’ve secured over $700,000 in grant funding and never lost a grant we’ve partnered on.
Grant Funding in 3 Easy Steps:
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Discuss your school's needs and grant goals with MindSpark. We'll tailor learning experiences, create K-12 pathways, and align them with state requirements. Optional grant writing support is also available.
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Collaborate with MindSpark to prepare and submit your grant application, ensuring all requirements are met comprehensively and professionally.
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Funding received! Meet with MindSpark to strategize and map out initiatives, setting clear timelines to achieve your grant outcomes effectively.
How We Support You
Part of our mission is to support educators like you, to help you increase the likelihood of receiving grant funds with:
Expert Grant Writing
Providing writing support and recommendations for compelling proposals that win.
Deep-Dive Research
Identifying grants perfectly aligned with your school's mission.
Strategic Partnership
We build strong collaborations to enhance your grant application.
Our Partners
MindSpark is a proud member and partner with leading organizations dedicated to expanding access to education.
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Why We Do What We Do
Our mission is clear: to increase access and opportunity for all students. Our goal is to increase and diversify the talent pipeline through participation in CS, STEM, and career-connected learning.
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By partnering with schools, we aim to:
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Develop a skilled workforce: Cultivate the talent pipeline for a skilled Massachusetts workforce.
- Enhance educational outcomes: Improve student achievement and support educators through innovative programs.
Maximizing Your Grant
Securing a grant is just the beginning. Effective implementation is key to realizing its full potential. MindSpark is your partner in transforming grant funds into impactful programs. We’ll work closely with you to ensure grant funds align perfectly with your school’s mission and vision.
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We understand that every school is unique. Valuable resources can be misallocated or underutilized. Our expertise lies in tailoring strategies to align with your school's specific needs and goals along with the new Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education standards.
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Our Focus is On:
Our Proven Track Record Speaks For Itself:
We've successfully partnered with 108 out of 179 districts in our home state, and trained over 776 schools impacting more than 3,500 K-12 educators. READ MORE
Resources to Support You
Read the following resources about how we help support deeper learning:
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MindSpark’s Education Accelerator (EA) Model:
Our EA is a professional learning experience for educators that provides an opportunity to develop instructional design, tiered systems, and structure. This model supports the three aspects of deeper learning defined by Massachusetts: identity, mastery, creativity)
Igniting a Movement of Philanthropy Project:
This project sparked creativity and innovation in students. We connected schools with community partners and increased student engagement to foster a positive learning environment where students thrive.