FAQ for DCS Staff Grants

 

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EFD application process:

• EFD Fall Grant Cycle - applications are due October 31.

• EFD Spring Grant Cycle - applications are due March 31.

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• All grant proposals must be authored and submitted by Dexter Community School staff.

• All grant proposals must be reviewed by your building Principal/Director BEFORE submission.

• All  grant proposals for technology items must be pre-approved by the DCS Technology Department to confirm district compatibility.

• All grant proposals for playground equipment must be pre-approved by DCS Buildings & Grounds by your building Principal/Director.

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When are approved grant funds available:

• Approved Fall Grant funds are available immediately and expire June 30th of the same school year.

• Approved Spring Grant funds can be submitted for reimbursement starting July 1st and expire June 30th of the following school year.

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Historically not funded by the EFD:

Every grant is reviewed based on the benefits to DCS students, however there are several items that have not historically been funded by EFD:

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• Core curriculum textbooks or supplies.

• Consumables (i.e. office supplies, paper, markers, food, etc).

• Transportation costs.

• Gifts or rewards for volunteers (i.e. pizza lunch for parent volunteers).

• Technology, supplies or equipment that should be provided by the district per a student's IEP.

• Structural repairs or improvements to buildings.

• Nonspecific items (items a grant writer will determine at a later date).

• Reimbursements for items already purchased and/or retroactive payments for experiences.

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funding for teacher/staff training:

A donor advised fund for teacher/staff training is available through the district office.  Submit those grant applications to the district office.  

 

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Who can I contact regarding questions about EFD Grants?

If you have questions or an off-cycle grant request, please reach out to the EFD Grants Committee at grants@efdexter.org.

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