November 2010 - Eastern Suffolk BOCES

Funding News November 2010
Funding News
A service of Eastern Suffolk BOCES Office of Planning and Program Improvement
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Table of Contents
Funding Opportunities
New York State Education Department..............................................................................................................2
U.S. Department of Education..........................................................................................................................3 - 5
Foundations and Corporations.........................................................................................................................5-10
Resources for Specific Areas
Special Education................................................................................................................................................11-12
Curriculum and Instruction....................................................................................................................................13
Drug and Alcohol Awareness...............................................................................................................................13
Adult Education..........................................................................................................................................................13
Vocational Education • Career and Technical Education.....................................................................14-16
US Department of Labor........................................................................................................................................17
Grantseeking help is available
To request assistance with finding, planning, preparing, and submitting grant applications, please contact
Kathleen Wojciechowski, Regional Grant Services, Office of Planning and Program Improvement, at
(631) 687-3122 or kwojciec@esboces.org, Important – please inform us of your interest in partnering
with other organizations on a grant or program so that we can best coordinate everyone’s efforts.
Don’t be shortsighted – think ahead!
Remember, when looking for grant opportunities, it’s a good thing if an application deadline is months
away. That way you have time to contact the grantmaker before applying to obtain their advice and
recommendations about the program you want funding for. Of course, you’ll also need time to plan
your program and budget, and properly write and prepare the grant application. The bottom line –
come to see knowing about a grant opportunity months in advance as asset.
Posted on the ES-BOCES Intranet (access required) are the following documents you can
download to help research, plan, and prepare grant applications:
Grantseeking Intake Form
Grant Application Planning Form
Grant Budget Form
Master Grant Application Outline
Logic Model Outline
Popular Websites for Education Grants
Grant Wrangler – Grants for Teachers – http://www.grantwrangler.com
NYS Education Department – http://usny.nysed.gov/grants/fundgrantopp.html
Public Education Network – http://www.publiceducation.org/newsblast_grants.asp
US Dept of Education – http://www.ed.gov/fund/grant/apply/grantapps/index.html
Have questions or need guidance? Contact Kathleen Wojciechowski, Program Administrator, Regional Grant Services,
Office of Planning and Program Improvement, (631) 687-3122, kwojciec@esboces.org.
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Funding Opportunities
For more information about the following opportunities or to receive help with specific grant
research assistance, please contact Kathleen Wojciechowski, Program Administrator, Regional Grant
Services, Office of Planning and Program Improvement, (631) 687-3122, kwojciec@esboces.org.
Blue text = key words and hyperlinks
Suggestion: open your web browser and use the hyperlinks to jump to web pages
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New York State Education Department
For a list of “Current Funding and Grant Opportunities” go to:
http://usny.nysed.gov/grants/fundgrantopp.html
For a list of “Grants Administered by NYS Education Department” go to:
http://www.emsc.nysed.gov/funding/currentapps.html
To view and sign up to receive the Office of Curriculum, Instruction and Instructional Technology's E-
Blast go to: http://www.emsc.nysed.gov/ciai/eblast/
Have questions or need guidance? Contact Kathleen Wojciechowski, Program Administrator, Regional Grant Services,
Office of Planning and Program Improvement, (631) 687-3122, kwojciec@esboces.org.
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U.S. Department of Education
For a list of all currently open grant competitions go to
http://www2.ed.gov/fund/grant/apply/grantapps/index.html
Institute on Technology Effectiveness for Children with Disabilities: Web-Supported
Instructional Approaches – CFDA 84.327W
Date posted: September 28,2010
Federal Register Notice: click http://www2.ed.gov/legislation/FedRegister/announcements/2010-
3/092810a.html
Contact:
Glinda Hill
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Room 4063-PCP
Washington, DC 20202-2550
Telephone: 202-245-7376
E-mail: glinda.hill@ed.gov
Purpose: Purpose of Program: The purposes of the Technology and Media Services for Individuals with
Disabilities program is to: (1) Improve results for children with disabilities by promoting the
development, demonstration, and use of technology; (2) support educational media services activities
designed to be of educational value in the classroom setting for children with disabilities; and (3) provide
support for captioning and video description of educational materials that are appropriate for use in the
classroom setting, including television programs, videos, and programs and materials associated with
new and emerging technologies, such as CDs, DVDs, video streaming, and other forms of multimedia.
Timeline:
Applications available: September 28, 2010
Deadline for transmittal of applications: November 29, 2010
Current Application:
Applications for grants under this competition may be submitted electronically using the Grants.gov
Apply site (Grants.gov), or in paper format by mail or hand delivery. To download the application
package click: MS Word or PDF
Have questions or need guidance? Contact Kathleen Wojciechowski, Program Administrator, Regional Grant Services,
Office of Planning and Program Improvement, (631) 687-3122, kwojciec@esboces.org.
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Talent Search Program – CFDA 84.044
Website: http://www2.ed.gov/programs/triotalent/index.html
Contact:
Loretta Brown, (202) 502-7539, loretta.brown@ed.gov
Office of Federal TRIO Programs
U.S. Department of Education, OPE
Higher Education Programs
1990 K Street, N.W., Suite 7000
Washington, DC 20006-8510
General email: OPE_TRIO@ed.gov
Telephone: (202) 502-7600
Purpose: The Talent Search program identifies and assists individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds
who have the potential to succeed in higher education. The program provides academic, career, and
financial counseling to its participants and encourages them to graduate from high school and continue
on to and complete their postsecondary education. The program publicizes the availability of financial aid
and assist participant with the postsecondary application process. Talent Search also encourages persons
who have not completed education programs at the secondary or postsecondary level to enter or
reenter and complete postsecondary education. The goal of Talent Search is to increase the number of
youth from disadvantaged backgrounds who complete high school and enroll in and complete their
postsecondary education.
Types of Projects: Projects provide tutorial services, career exploration, aptitude assessments,
counseling, mentoring programs, workshops, information on postsecondary institutions; education or
counseling services designed to improve the financial and economic literacy of students; guidance on and
assistance in secondary school reentry, alternative education programs for secondary school dropouts,
entry into general educational development programs or postsecondary education; and programs and
activities previously mentioned that are specially designed for students who are limited English
proficient, students from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in postsecondary education,
students with disabilities, students who are homeless children and youths, students who are in foster
care or are aging out of the foster care system or other disconnected students.
Services provided by the program include:
• Academic, financial, career, or personal counseling including advice on entry or re-entry to
secondary or postsecondary programs
• Career exploration and aptitude assessment
• Tutorial services
• Information on postsecondary education
• Exposure to college campuses
• Information on student financial assistance
• Assistance in completing college admissions and financial aid applications
• Assistance in preparing for college entrance exams
• Mentoring programs
• Special activities for sixth, seventh, and eighth graders
• Workshops for the families of participants
Have questions or need guidance? Contact Kathleen Wojciechowski, Program Administrator, Regional Grant Services,
Office of Planning and Program Improvement, (631) 687-3122, kwojciec@esboces.org.
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Eligibility:
• Who may apply: institutions of higher education (IHEs), public and private agencies and
organizations including community-based organizations with experience in serving disadvantaged
youth, combinations of such institutions, agencies and organizations, and as appropriate to the
purposes of the program, secondary schools.
• Students must be between the ages of 11 and 27 and have completed the fifth grade. In any given
project, two-thirds of the participants must be students who are low-income and potential firstgeneration
college students.
Deadline for submission: December 28, 2010
Foundations and Corporations
Note: grantmaker names are hyperlinks to corresponding websites
Blue text = key words and hyperlinks
Suggestion: open your web browser and use the hyperlinks to jump to web pages
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Lexus/Scholastic: Eco Challenge
Website: http://www.scholastic.com/lexus/
Purpose: The Lexus Eco Challenge program is designed to inspire and empower middle and high
school students to learn about the environment and take action to improve it.
Maximum Award: $30,000 in scholarships and grants
Eligibility: middle and high school teams comprised of five to 10 students and one teacher advisor.
Deadline: Air/Climate Challenge: January 19, 2011
CVS Caremark: Community Grants
Website: http://info.cvscaremark.com/community/our-impact/community-grants
CVS Caremark Community Grants support programs that promote independence among children with
disabilities, including physical and occupational therapies, speech and hearing therapies, and assistive
technology and recreational therapies.
Children with Disabilities – programs targeting children under age 21 with disabilities that address
the following:
See http://info.cvscaremark.com/community/our-impact/community-grants/children-disabilities
Have questions or need guidance? Contact Kathleen Wojciechowski, Program Administrator, Regional Grant Services,
Office of Planning and Program Improvement, (631) 687-3122, kwojciec@esboces.org.
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Health and Rehabilitation Services - We believe that health and rehabilitation services are critical in
ensuring that children with disabilities develop the skills needed to live as independently as possible
at home, in school and in the community. Our CVS Caremark Community Grants support programs
that promote independence among children with disabilities including physical and occupational
therapies, speech and hearing therapies, assistive technology and recreational therapies.
Enabling and Encouraging Physical Movement and Play - We believe that play is essential to healthy
development — physical, cognitive, emotional and social — and offers a means of understanding the
world. Therefore, we are devoted to the principle of free play. The unstructured, spontaneous,
voluntary activity that is so engaging for children has long been recognized as the most beneficial
form. Proposed programs may include either physical activities or play opportunities for children
and should address the specific needs of the population served.
Public Schools –public schools for children with disabilities that promote a greater level of inclusion in
student activities and extracurricular programs.
See http://info.cvscaremark.com/community/our-impact/community-grants/public-schools
We are devoted to supporting organizations that enrich the lives of children with disabilities through
inclusive programs. Through our Community Grants Program we work to ensure that students are not
left behind in school. Proposed programs must be fully inclusive where children with disabilities are full
participants in an early childhood, adolescent or teenage program alongside their typically developing
peers.
Eligibility: nonprofit organizations that serve children with disabilities, located in a state that has a CVS
pharmacy/store
Maximum Award: $5,000
Deadline: The grant application process runs from January 1 through October 31
Wachovia Foundation Grants Support Educational Improvement
Community Affairs contact for New York:
Deborah Smith
12 E 49th Street, MAC J0109-451
New York, NY 10017-1028
(212) 214-4390
deborah.smith4@wachovia.com
General email address: communityaffairs@wachovia.com
Website:
https://www.wachovia.com/foundation/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=c7a85ef43a0aa110VgnVCM1000004b0d187
2RCRD&vgnextfmt=default#
Have questions or need guidance? Contact Kathleen Wojciechowski, Program Administrator, Regional Grant Services,
Office of Planning and Program Improvement, (631) 687-3122, kwojciec@esboces.org.
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Interests – education programs that do the following:
• Eliminate the pre-K - 12 "achievement gap" in education through public school sponsored or
facilitated curriculum-based programs
• Advance teaching through recruitment, professional development, support, and retention of
teachers
• Facilitate merit-based access to higher education for underrepresented groups
Eligibility: 501(c)(3) organizations with a mission to improve public education in New York and 16
other states
Typical amount and use(s) of grants: $500,000
Application info/process: Online application
Sample past grants: Example grants on website
Deadline: Varies – contact grantmaker to inquire about current schedule and best time of year to apply
Toshiba America Foundation
1251 Ave. of the Americas, 41st Fl.
New York, NY 10020-4110
Telephone: (212) 596-0620
Contact: Laura Cronin, Director
E-mail: foundation@tai.toshiba.com
Website: www.taf.toshiba.com
Contact Us: The Foundation is eager to talk to teachers and others interested in learning more about
the grant making program. If you would like application information or have a question regarding
Toshiba America Foundation, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Purpose and Activities: The foundation supports organizations involved with K-12 science and
mathematics education.
Program Area(s): The grantmaker has identified the following area(s) of interest:
K-12 Education: The foundation supports programs designed to improve teaching and learning in K-12
science and mathematics. Special emphasis is directed toward innovative programs designed by individual
teachers, and small teams of teachers, for use in their own classrooms.
Fields of Interest: Subjects: Elementary/secondary education; Mathematics; Science, formal/general
education.
Geographic Focus: New York and six other states
Application Information: Before submitting a completed proposal, teachers are welcome to call the
Foundation to discuss their project ideas. To receive a paper copy of the application or for assistance
with any questions that may arise, please call 212-596-0620.
Sample past grants: see http://www.toshiba.com/tafpub/jsp/recentgrants/Recentg.jsp
Have questions or need guidance? Contact Kathleen Wojciechowski, Program Administrator, Regional Grant Services,
Office of Planning and Program Improvement, (631) 687-3122, kwojciec@esboces.org.
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ATT
130 E. Travis, Ste. 350
San Antonio, TX 78205-1784
Contact: Laura Sanford, President
Schools that would like to learn more about the AT&T Learning Network can call AT&T at
(800) 809-1097 or via e-mail at LearningNet@attmail.com
Website: http://www.att.com/gen/corporate-citizenship?pid=7736
Purposes:
The foundation supports programs designed to promote education. Special emphasis is directed toward
programs designed to prepare students to succeed in college and in the workforce.
AT&T Aspire: In April 2008, AT&T launched AT&T Aspire, a $100 million high school success and
workforce readiness initiative. AT&T Aspire is the company's largest philanthropic commitment ever
— and one of the largest-ever corporate commitments to address high school success and
workforce readiness. See http://www.att.com/gen/corporate-citizenship?pid=11546
AT&T High School Success Special Grants Program: Under the AT&T Aspire initiative, the AT&T
Foundation launched a new grant program focused on high school success for at-risk students. The
program will direct funds to eligible school districts, school district foundations and nonprofit
organizations across the country. See http://www.att.com/gen/corporate-citizenship?pid=11520
AT&T Industrial Ecology Faculty Fellowship Program: grants to academic researchers to stimulate
interdisciplinary research and curriculum development in the fields of social issues, engineering, the
sciences, economics, management, business, law, and public policy.
Diversity and Inclusion: The foundation supports programs designed to increase inclusion; and
create opportunities for diverse populations.
Typical amount and use(s) of grants: $25,000 to $500,000 for curriculum development,
matching/challenge support, program development, scholarship funds
Application information: Applicants must be invited to apply. Contact grantmaker via letter of
inquiry or introduction. Suggestion: ask AT&T employee to contact grantmaker and sponsor request.
Deadline: deadlines depend on specific grant program applied for
The JPMorgan Chase Foundation
270 Park Avenue, 33rd Floor
New York, NY 10017-2014
Telephone: (212) 270-6000
Contact: Kimberly Davis, President
Email: jpmorgan.chase.grants@jpmchase.com
Website: www.jpmorganchase.com/grants
Long Island and Queens Contact
Vinford Mentar
395 North Service Road, Floor 3
Melville, NY 11747-3139
Email: vinford.mentar@chase.com
Have questions or need guidance? Contact Kathleen Wojciechowski, Program Administrator, Regional Grant Services,
Office of Planning and Program Improvement, (631) 687-3122, kwojciec@esboces.org.
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Community Development – Our strategic focus is to work with community-based partners to
address issues related to poverty and social exclusion by building economic infrastructure, promoting
self-sufficiency, and supporting efforts to narrow social inequities. We support:
Workforce development, asset building, and financial literacy
Continuing Education Courses
Adult Literacy Outreach
Job Training
Money Management Basics
Education – Our strategic focus is to ensure that all children, particularly those from disadvantaged
backgrounds, have access to high quality educational opportunities with a particular focus on K-12 public
schools that help them acquire the knowledge and skills needed to be productive, engaged students. We
support:
Development of instructional leaders
Implementation of innovative curricula
Deepen teacher content knowledge
Strengthening of instructional strategies
Strengthening district capacity to support innovation
Extending learning opportunities
College access initiatives
Dissemination of best practices
Arts & Culture – Our strategic focus is to increase community access to rich cultural resources that
foster creativity, promote self-expression, celebrate diversity, and strengthen our environment. We
support:
Arts programs in schools and after school
Build capacity of community-based arts institutions
Application information: see http://www.jpmorganchase.com/corporate/Corporate-
Responsibility/grant-programs.htm
How to Apply - To be considered for support, a potential grantee must first submit an online Letter of
Inquiry. You will receive an automatic electronic notification after an online Letter of Inquiry has been
successfully submitted. If we are unable to consider your proposal for funding at this time, you will
receive notification. Questions on the letter of inquiry will include:
Your contact information
A brief description of your organization's:
o Mission
o Program/project description
o Program/project budget
o Geography to be served
Award information: Although the foundation often makes grants that exceed $100,000, the typical
range for a new grantee is $10,000 to $50,000.
Deadline: contact foundation representative for Long Island and Queens, Vinford Mentar,
vinford.mentar@chase.com, to inquire about timeline for submission.
Have questions or need guidance? Contact Kathleen Wojciechowski, Program Administrator, Regional Grant Services,
Office of Planning and Program Improvement, (631) 687-3122, kwojciec@esboces.org.
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FedEx
http://about.fedex.designcdt.com/charitable_contribution_guidelines
Areas of interest: Education: We support organizations that enhance education in the following areas:
technology, global economics and trade, cultural diversity and innovative programs that enhance
learning.
See website for funding guidelines and online application.
Requests are accepted year-round and generally are reviewed within three weeks of receipt.
Bayer - US Foundation
http://www.bayerus.com/Foundation/Giving.aspx
Areas of interest
Education and Workforce Development
Arts and Culture
See online funding guidelines and application. See website for which office to apply to based on location
Walmart – National Giving Program
http://walmartstores.com/CommunityGiving/8979.aspx
Purpose: The Walmart Foundation supports more than 100,000 diverse charities large and small. We
support the efforts of organizations serving the neighborhoods where our facilities are located as well as
organizations serving people around the world. We also encourage our associates to volunteer and
become active members of their communities and local organizations.
The national giving program awards grants at or above $250,000.
Education (primarily college scholarships) – see http://walmartstores.com/CommunityGiving/236.aspx
Environmental Sustainability – Assists in the development or expansion of environmentally
sustainable communities. Examples include energy auditing education programs, green job training and
retrofitting/green building initiatives.
Halliburton
http://www.halliburton.com/AboutUs/default.aspx?navid=992&pageid=2347
Purpose: The Halliburton Foundation makes direct donations to US elementary and secondary schools
and colleges and universities. At its discretion, the Foundation board of trustees also makes a limited
number of grants to health and health-related charities. Grant requests are reviewed on a quarterly
basis.
Halliburton supports primarily tax-exempt non-profit organizations dedicated to education, health, the
environment and health-related community programs. Support for civic issues, arts and cultural
programs may also be considered in areas where there is a significant presence of Halliburton
employees and operations.
Have questions or need guidance? Contact Kathleen Wojciechowski, Program Administrator, Regional Grant Services,
Office of Planning and Program Improvement, (631) 687-3122, kwojciec@esboces.org.
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Resources for Specific Areas
For more information about the following areas, please contact Kathleen Wojciechowski, Program
Administrator, Regional Grant Services, Office of Planning and Program Improvement, (631) 687-3122,
kwojciec@esboces.org.
Blue text = key words and hyperlinks
Suggestion: open your web browser and use the hyperlinks to jump to web pages
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Special Education
New York State Education Department – Vocational and Educational Services for
Individuals with Disabilities (VESID)
Website: http://www.vesid.nysed.gov/home.html
Vocational and Educational Services for Individuals with Disabilities (VESID) offers access to a full range
of services that may be needed by persons with disabilities through their lives. Through its
administration of special education, vocational rehabilitation and independent living programs, VESID
coordinates policy and services relating to:
special education services for students with disabilities (3-21);
transition services for students with disabilities from school to adult services;
vocational rehabilitation services for individuals with disabilities, ages 16 and older; and
independent living services for people with disabilities of all ages.
OSERS (Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services) Programs and Projects
Telephone: 202-245-7468
Email: nichcy@aed.org
Website: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/osers/programs.html
Purposes: Through its three components, OSERS guides and supports a comprehensive array of
programs and projects that support individuals with disabilities.
The Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) is committed to improving results
and outcomes for people with disabilities of all ages. In supporting No Child Left Behind, OSERS
provides a wide array of supports to parents and individuals, school districts and states in three main
areas: special education, vocational rehabilitation and research. (Please click and search underlined links
above)
Programs: Please click on links below for specific program/project information
• NIDRR Programs and Projects
• OSEP Programs and Projects
• RSA Programs and Projects
Have questions or need guidance? Contact Kathleen Wojciechowski, Program Administrator, Regional Grant Services,
Office of Planning and Program Improvement, (631) 687-3122, kwojciec@esboces.org.
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Typical amount and use(s) of grants: Varies per fiscal year
Application information: Downloadable in PDF format
Sample past grants: Available on the individual websites
Deadline: Varies per funding option
Recommendation: review the above links under “Programs” to learn about the various funding
opportunities that are available. Then, contact the respective program manager to discuss your needs
and ideas for a grant application, and obtain their guidance and advice about applying.
Personnel Development to Improve Services and Results for Children with Disabilities:
Paraprofessional Preservice Program Improvement Grants – CFDA number 84.325N
Contact Person: Shedeh Haighassemali
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Room 4091, Potomac Center Plaza (PCP)
Washington, DC 20202-2550
E-mail: Shedeh.Hajghassemali@ed.gov
Telephone: (202) 245-7506
Website: http://www.ed.gov/programs/osepprep/applicant.html#84325n
Purposes: The purpose of this program is to (1) help address state-identified needs for highly qualified
personnel in special education, related services, early intervention, and regular education to work with
children with disabilities and (2) ensure that those personnel have the skills and knowledge, derived
from practices that have been determined through research and experience to be successful, needed to
serve these children.
Types of Projects: Awards are made to applicants who train personnel in the following areas:
leadership; early intervention and early childhood; low-incidence; high-incidence; related services,
speech/language, and adapted physical education; and programs in minority institutions.
Award ceiling: $150,000
Eligibility: Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs), Local Education Agencies (LEAs), Nonprofit
Organizations, Other Organizations and/or Agencies, State Education Agencies (SEAs)
Application info/process: Downloadable packages, or electronic applications available at http://egrants.ed.gov
Timeline: application is typically released in early-September; application typically due early-November.
Start planning now by contacting the program manager to discuss your program and obtain guidance.
Have questions or need guidance? Contact Kathleen Wojciechowski, Program Administrator, Regional Grant Services,
Office of Planning and Program Improvement, (631) 687-3122, kwojciec@esboces.org.
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Curriculum and Instruction
New York State Education Department – Office of Curriculum, Instruction and
Instructional Technology
Website: http://www.emsc.nysed.gov/ciai/home.html
The Office of Curriculum, Instruction and Instructional Technology Team provides guidance, resources,
funding and program opportunities to aid the educational community in developing and delivering
quaility curriculum and instruction to students in New York State
Drug and Alcohol Awareness
Suffolk County Youth Bureau
Louis A. Medina, Director
H. Lee Dennison Building, 100 Veterans Memorial Highway, Hauppauge, New York 11788
Phone: (631) 853-4000, Email: youth.services@co.suffolk.ny.us
Website: http://www.co.suffolk.ny.us/departments/CountyExec/youth.aspx
The mission of the Suffolk County Youth Bureau is to successfully meet the needs of Suffolk County
Youth, under the age of 21, by ensuring effective countywide planning, thoughtful development, and
efficiency in the management of resources necessary to sustain the County’s youth service system.
Youth Bureau staff conducts monitoring and evaluation of youth programs, research and planning,
information and referral, and training and technical assistance for community based youth
organizations.
More than 180 youth programs are funded through the Bureau’s regular budget stream, as well as
over 200 programs on a contingency funded basis. These programs serve Suffolk County’s youth
under the age of 21.
Contract agencies of the Suffolk County Youth Bureau typically provide the following services: Crisis
Intervention, Informal and Formal Counseling, Temporary Shelter, Recreational/Cultural Programs,
Employment Programs, Information and Referral, Advocacy, Educational Programs, Youth Hotlines,
and Runaway and Homeless Youth Services.
Adult Education
New York State Education Department – Adult Education and Workforce Development
Website: http://www.emsc.nysed.gov/aewd/
The Adult Education and Workforce Development office provides the following services:
• Oversees adult basic education, English language acquisition, family literacy, workplace literacy,
adult career and technical education, instructional components of apprenticeship programs, and
workforce preparation programs.
• Provides staff development and technical assistance to over 200 adult education agencies
through the Regional Adult Education Network.
• Supports the Commissioner of Education in his role as the co-chair of the Emerging Worker
sub-committee of the State Workforce Investment Board.
• Represents SED on the Economic Security Cabinet, a collaboration of state agencies that
explores cooperative strategies that expand and improve programs to ensure the economic
security of the State's neediest citizens.
• Oversees the statewide administration for the GED examination in New York State.
Have questions or need guidance? Contact Kathleen Wojciechowski, Program Administrator, Regional Grant Services,
Office of Planning and Program Improvement, (631) 687-3122, kwojciec@esboces.org.
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Vocational Education • Career and Technical Education
America’s Career Resource Network
Website: http://cte.ed.gov/acrn/default.aspx
America's Career Resource Network (ACRN) consists of state and federal organizations that provide
information, resources and training on career and education exploration. The network's national
activities are funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education. The grant funded ACRN
activities in every state and territory until the passage of Perkins IV.
ACRN is focused on helping students and adults make the best possible decisions about education,
training and career development. ACRN helps learners identify their skills and interests, and plan an
education and training pathway that makes the most of their natural abilities and leads directly to
fulfilling work.
For teachers and counselors, ACRN provides guides and curricula that help them incorporate career
development into a high-quality academic program. For students, ACRN emphasizes the connection
between academic work and future career options, helping learners of all ages to focus on
achievement.
NYS Office of Children and Family Services Office of Workforce Development
Website: http://www.ocfs.state.ny.us/main/owd/
"Helping youth transition from economic dependency to self-sufficiency."
The Office of Workforce Development (OWD) was created in 2001 and pursues its mission in the
belief that all youth can and must acquire the skills needed to enter and succeed in the world of
work. Although the mission encompasses all young people, it focuses especially on those who will not
to go college, or even complete high school. Some of these youth have come in contact with the
juvenile justice system and are placed in OCFS facilities or other residential centers.
OWD strengthens workforce development strategies and programs for all NYS youth, with special
attention to our State's at-risk young people, specifically:
Youth in the juvenile justice court system
PINS diversion youth
Runaway/Homeless youth
Native American youth
Blind/Visually handicapped youth
Foster care youth
Goals
To enhance workforce development services for all youth.
To bring new and innovative workforce development services to at-risk youth.
To enhance workforce development services for incarcerated youth.
Have questions or need guidance? Contact Kathleen Wojciechowski, Program Administrator, Regional Grant Services,
Office of Planning and Program Improvement, (631) 687-3122, kwojciec@esboces.org.
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New York State Education Department – Vocational and Educational Services for
Individuals with Disabilities (VESID)
Website: http://www.vesid.nysed.gov/home.html
Vocational and Educational Services for Individuals with Disabilities (VESID) offers access to a full range
of services that may be needed by persons with disabilities through their lives. Through its
administration of special education, vocational rehabilitation and independent living programs, VESID
coordinates policy and services relating to:
special education services for students with disabilities (3-21);
transition services for students with disabilities from school to adult services;
vocational rehabilitation services for individuals with disabilities, ages 16 and older; and
independent living services for people with disabilities of all ages.
Suffolk County Workforce Investment Board Youth Council
Website: http://www.co.suffolk.ny.us/departments/Labor/wibyc.aspx
The Suffolk County Youth Council seeks to identify and improve educational and employment
opportunities for youth (ages 14-21) so that they may attain the skills needed to complete educational
and career goals, and successfully enter the workplace.
Suffolk County Youth Career Center
Website: http://www.co.suffolk.ny.us/departments/Labor/youth.aspx
Email: youth.careercenter@suffolkcountyny.gov
Phone: (631) 853-6526
Offering Employment Related Services to Suffolk County Youth
Career Counseling
Resume Preparation
Computer Labs
Job Listings
Vocational Training
Video Library
Phones/Fax for Job Search
Career Exploration via Career Zone® and Choices®
Suffolk County Workforce Investment Board
Suffolk County WIB, P.O. Box 1319, Smithtown, NY 11787
Phone: 631-853-6612
Email: sc.dol@suffolkcountyny.gov
Website: http://www.co.suffolk.ny.us/departments/Labor/wib.aspx
The Suffolk County Workforce Investment Board seeks to maintain a state of the art One-Stop
Employment System that provides universal access, meets the needs of job seekers and employers, and
supports economic growth in Suffolk County.
Have questions or need guidance? Contact Kathleen Wojciechowski, Program Administrator, Regional Grant Services,
Office of Planning and Program Improvement, (631) 687-3122, kwojciec@esboces.org.
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Suffolk County Department of Labor
Email: sc.dol@suffolkcountyny.gov
Michael B. Falcone Building, 725 Vets Memorial Highway, Hauppauge, NY 11788
Website: http://www.co.suffolk.ny.us/departments/Labor/wibyc.aspx
The Suffolk County Youth Council seeks to identify and improve educational and employment
opportunities for youth (ages 14-21) so that they may attain the skills needed to complete educational
and career goals, and successfully enter the workplace. Members of the Youth Council include
representatives from youth service agencies, educational entities, members of the Suffolk County
Workforce Investment Board, and other individuals appointed by the County Executive and Board
Chair.
Suffolk Works Employment Program
Website: http://www.co.suffolk.ny.us/departments/Labor/swep.aspx
The basic outline of Suffolk Works is as follows
A Social Services applicant is immediately referred to the Suffolk Works Employment Program as
part of their application process. The individual is then required to attend a Job Readiness Training
(JRT) activity.
JRT helps overcome basic barriers to employment and covers topics such as public transportation
usage, job interviewing skills and job retention skills.
Individuals may then be assigned appropriate work experience activities including: Job Readiness
Training, Job Search, Community Service and Work Experience, and may begin a period of
Supervised Job Search in which many find employment before their public assistance case is even
opened.
SWEP counselors stress that the job an individual finds may not be the last job or best job they will
hold but will allow them to establish recent work history, while promoting good work habits and
providing a first step toward a career goal.
For those who do not find immediate employment, the next service to be provided is based on the
individual’s assessment and employability plan. Work Experience and short-term educational and
vocational training courses and job placement assistance are the primary services offered.
Have questions or need guidance? Contact Kathleen Wojciechowski, Program Administrator, Regional Grant Services,
Office of Planning and Program Improvement, (631) 687-3122, kwojciec@esboces.org.
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US Department of Labor
Main website: http://www.dol.gov/
Contracting and Grant Program Overview: see http://www.dol.gov/oasam/grants/prgms.htm
Employment and Training (ETA): ETA administers financial assistance programs pursuant to the
Workforce Investment Act (WIA), administering State formula grant programs for youth, adults and
dislocated workers, national emergency grants for workers affected by mass layoffs, plant closures, and
disasters; grant programs for workers with disabilities, Indians and Native Americans, and for migrant
and seasonal farm workers. ETA also administers grant programs for older American workers,
apprenticeship programs, Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) programs, and assistance for research and
development of workforce programs. In addition, ETA is responsible for the operation and maintenance
of a national system of public employment service offices and for the national unemployment insurance
program.
Important note about grants: employment and training grants and contracts are awarded by the US
Department of Labor to local Workforce Investment Boards (WIB) for direct services, and for grants
and contracts between the WIB and local agencies.
Contact information for the Suffolk County Workforce Investment Board:
Address: P.O. Box 1319, Smithtown, NY 11787
Phone: 631-853-6612
Email: sc.dol@suffolkcountyny.gov
Website: http://www.co.suffolk.ny.us/departments/Labor/wib.aspx
An "eligible local partnership" is a partnership that includes at least one high-need local educational
agency and at least one of the following:
A local educational agency that can demonstrate that teachers in its schools are effectively
integrating technology and proven teaching practices into instruction, based on a review of relevant
research, and that the integration results in improvement in classroom instruction and in helping
students meet challenging academic standards;
An institution of higher education that is in full compliance with the reporting requirements of
section 207(f) of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended, and that has not been identified by
the State as low-performing under the act and with demonstrated expertise in the application of
education technology in instruction in K-12 school setting;
A for-profit business or organization that develops, designs, manufactures, or produces technology
products or services, or has substantial expertise in the application of technology in instruction in
K-12 school setting; or
A public or private, nonprofit organization with demonstrated expertise in the application of
education technology in instruction in K-12 school setting; and/or
Other local educational agencies, educational service agencies, libraries, or other educational
entities appropriate to provide services to local K-12 schools.
Only a LEA (public school district, charter school, BOCES) may serve as the fiscal agent for the grant.
Applications must focus on schools in need of improvement (SINI, Corrective Action, or Restructuring).
LEAs can submit or participate in only one grant application. An applicant must apply for only one of the
four priorities.
Have questions or need guidance? Contact Kathleen Wojciechowski, Program Administrator, Regional Grant Services,
Office of Planning and Program Improvement, (631) 687-3122, kwojciec@esboces.org.
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