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Grant Funding for Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education Services in Pennsylvania

The Pennsylvania Department of Education is seeking grant applications to deliver Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education (IELCE) programming under Section 243 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). - Government Buyer: - Pennsylvania Department of Education, Bureau of Postsecondary and Higher Education, Division of Adult Education - Funding & Program Scope: - Approximately $2.25 million in federal funds available for programs serving adult English language learners - Focus on integrated English literacy, civics education, and workforce training - Programs must offer year-round, leveled classes and support services - Partnerships with PA CareerLink sites required to support transition to unsubsidized employment in in-demand industries - Eligibility & Requirements: - Eligible applicants: local education agencies, community-based organizations, higher education institutions, libraries, and consortia - Programs must provide managed enrollment, instruction in English language acquisition, citizenship, civic participation, and workforce preparation - Must demonstrate organizational capacity, effectiveness in improving English skills, and alignment with local workforce needs - Use of specific planning tools and approval of integrated education and training activities required - Compliance with federal and state guidelines is mandatory - Notable Details: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as this is a grant for service provision - Grant term is 36 months, with annual renewals based on performance and funding - Place of Performance: - Statewide in Pennsylvania, with administrative oversight from the Pennsylvania Department of Education Forum Building in Harrisburg

Description

This solicitation is a Request for Grant Applications (RFGA) issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education to provide Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education programming under Section 243 of the Federal Adult Education and Family Literacy Act, Title II, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Approximately $2.25 million in federal funding is available for grants to support programs that prepare English language learners for unsubsidized employment in in-demand industries and occupations, integrating education and training activities. The grant term is 36 months, and applicants must submit proposals demonstrating their capacity to deliver integrated literacy, civics education, and workforce training services aligned with local workforce development systems.

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