CSHP Priority SAU Grant Questions and Answers

Updated for 2011

Question 1: "For academic data can we use the MEAs, NECAPs etc. ?

Answer: Yes, MEAs, NECAPs or any other academic testing data can be used.

Question 2: "Do all five professional development events require travel and substitutes?"

Answer: Regional and teleconferenced events are planned. Some professional development events will require travel and/or substitutes and monies received in the grant can be used to cover these costs.

Question 3: "We were wondering if there might be a district that has this grant right now that would be willing to speak to me regarding their grant."

Answer: Yes, RSU 33 Superintendent, Fern Desjardin, is willing to speak with anyone regarding involvement in this grant initiative. Her contact number is 543-7334.

Question 4: "Regarding the PA goal, when it states to identify and implement an evidence-based program. Would you have some examples of those?"

Answer: Yes, some examples of evidence-based PA programs are Mainely Nutrition's "Take Time" program, SPARK, and CATCH. Professional development will be included to assist with getting a PA pilot started in your school district.

Question 5: "Where can I find County Health Data?"

Answer: County health data can be found by contacting your Local Public Health Agency. A web resource is: http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/boh/phdata/district_health_profiles.htm

Question 6: " Can I use Free and Reduced lunch data for the social-economic data?"

Answer: Yes.

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