Colorado Rural School District Multi-Year Grant Application Multi-Year Grant Opportunity | Up to $75,000 over Three Years District InformationSchool DistrictSchool District Name *School District EIN *District Website *Street Address *Apartment, suite, etcCity *State/Province *ZIP / Postal Code *Number of Schools, Grade Levels, and Students Served by this Grant Proposal *Total Student Enrollment *Percentage of Students Qualifying for Free/Reduced Lunch (%) *District's Chronic Absenteeism Rate (%)Student Demographics (race/ethnicity, English language learners, students with disabilities, etc.) *SuperintendentSuperintendent's Name *Superintendent's Email *Superintendent's Phone *LEAD EducatorLEAD Educator's Name *LEAD Educator's Email *LEAD Educator's Phone *NYF Expectations of District Superintendent & LEAD EducatorI understand and commit to the following expectations as Superintendent…Attend the Nathan Yip Chinese New Year Gala *on Saturday, February 6, 2027 in Denver to share my district’s vision to NYF supporters. (At NYF’s expense)100% committed50% committedCan’t commit at this timeParticipate in two virtual Zoom calls per year *to collaborate with other districts , share successes, and discuss challenges100% committed50% committedCan’t commit at this timeI understand and commit to the following expectations as LEAD Teacher…Attend the Nathan Yip Chinese New Year Gala *on Saturday, February 6, 2027 in Denver to share my district’s vision to NYF supporters. (At NYF’s expense)100% committed50% committedCan’t commit at this timeParticipate in two virtual Zoom calls per year *to collaborate with other districts , share successes, and discuss challenges100% committed50% committedCan’t commit at this timeVision & Strategic FocusDescribe your district's three-year vision for improving student outcomes with this grant. *0 / 1200What local challenges are you addressing through this grant initiative? *0 / 1200How does this proposed work align with your district's existing strategic priorities, equity commitments, or improvement plans? *0 / 1200Leadership & Team CapacityTo ensure continuity and sustainability, proposals must include a district implementation team. Districts with fewer than 1,200 students must identify at least two additional educators beyond the lead educator; districts with more than 1,200 students must identify at least three additional educators.Please Include: The role of the lead educator and how educators will drive the vision and implementation of the initiative. The responsibilities of each implementation team member. How the team will collaborate, make decisions, and adapt the work as needed. The superintendent’s role in supporting the initiative and ensuring organizational commitment and sustainability Describe the implementation team's structure, leadership, and capacity to carry out this work over the next three years *0 / 540Please explain why this team is well-positioned to successfully implement the proposed initiative *0 / 540Program AlignmentChoose One or More Focus Areas *Career Exploration & Workforce Pathways: Create hands-on career-connected learning aligned with local industries, helping students see a future in their communities.Early Literacy: Strengthen reading instruction and family engagement in literacy, ensuring all students build strong foundations in the early grades.Equitable Academic Access: Increase opportunities for rural students to participate in advanced coursework, concurrent enrollment, and inclusive learning experiences.Family & Community Partnerships: Foster collaboration with families and local partners to boost student attendance, engagement, and success.STEAM Education & Creative Expression: Expand access to integrated science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics learning experiences that foster creativity, critical thinking, and student identity through hands-on, interdisciplinary exploration.Student Mental Health & Belonging: Expand mental health supports, social-emotional learning (SEL), and relationship-building practices.Proposed Initiative DetailsDescribe your proposed initiative. What specific activities, programs, or strategies will you implement over the three-year partnership period? Please outline the major goals and activities planned for each year (Year 1, Year 2, and Year 3), including how the work will build on prior successes, increase impact, and support long-term sustainability. *0 / 1200Relationships & Community ImpactDescribe how this initiative will foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students. In your response, explain how the project will: Strengthen relationships among educators, students, families, and community members. Engage families and the community as meaningful partners. Support both academic achievement and social-emotional well-being. Promote equity and ensure students have access to the opportunities and resources they need to succeed. Provide specific examples of how these strategies will be embedded throughout the initiative. *0 / 1200Implementation & SustainabilityOutline the major milestones, timelines, and staff roles involved in carrying out your proposed initiative for year 1, 2, and 3. *Indicate major milestones, activities, and responsible parties.0 / 1200How will you plan to sustain the work beyond the three-year grant period? *0 / 900Measurable OutcomesHow will you measure success? *What outcomes do you hope to achieve, and how will you know the initiative is making a difference?0 / 900District Fit & ReadinessWhy is your district uniquely positioned to lead this work, and what excited you most about this opportunity? *Budget & Use of FundsBudget Information Please ensure you have downloaded the Excel budget template and completed all three tabs (one for each year). Your application is NOT complete until we receive the completed budget template. Please provide a brief narrative organized by budget year, describing how the funds will be used annually to support the initiative. *Be sure to show how the activities and funding across all three years are connected and build toward your overall goals.0 / 1200Describe the resources the district and its partners will contribute to support this initiative. Contributions may include financial support, staff time, facilities, materials, volunteer efforts, community partnerships, or other in-kind resources that strengthen implementation and sustainability. *0 / 540Please upload the 3-year budgetUse the template provided hereChoose FileNo file chosenDelete uploaded fileSubmitSave as Draft