Carol M. White PEP Grant
2011 Carol M. White PEP Grant application process now open
You have until May 13th to get your applications in. For all you need to know about the PEP Grant, visit the Department of Education's website.
Also, be sure to participate in Project Adventure's free informational webinar on Wednesday April 6th at 2:00 EST.
Overview:
The purpose of the Carol M. White Physical Education Program is to provide funds to local educational agencies and community-based organizations (including faith-based organizations) to initiate, expand, and improve physical education programs (including after school programs) for students in one or more grades from kindergarten through 12 in order to make progress toward meeting State standards for physical education by providing funds for equipment, support, and the training and education of teachers and staff. In order to receive funding, each applicant must design and implement a program that clearly aligns to state standards for physical education and provides for one or more of the following elements:
- Fitness education and assessment to help students understand, improve or maintain physical well-being
- Instruction in motor skills and physical activities designed to enhance the physical, mental, or social or emotional development;
- Development of, and instruction in, cognitive concepts about motor skills and physical fitness that support healthy lifestyles;
- Opportunities to develop positive social and cooperative skills through physical activity participation;
- Instruction in healthy eating habits and good nutrition; and
- Opportunities for professional development for physical education teachers to stay abreast of current research, issues, and trends in physical education.
*Information taken from the Department of Education’s website.
We need your help to Preserve PEP!
Proposed Changes to PEP Threaten PE Funding
President Obama's 2011 budget would consolidate five non-curricula programs and the Carol M. White Physical Education Program (PEP) under the proposed new "Successful, Safe and Healthy Student" division within the Department of Education. The proposal also takes the PEP grant application process away from schools and community based organizations that provide PE and makes the state apply for a single SS&HS grant to fund all six programs.
Changing the PEP from a stand-alone competitive grant managed by Department of Education to a component of a multi-program grant primarily focused on counseling and managed by the state will lead to less funds due to competition from smaller programs and unfamiliarity with PEP at the state level.
Send a letter to Congress today opposing the consolidation plan for PEP.
2010 PEP Grant Dates Announced:
The application process is now open!
The deadline for receipt of applications is 4:30pm EST on Monday, July, 19, 2010. Applications must be submitted electronically using http://e-grants.ed.gov.
It is estimated that nearly $40 million will be available for PEP Grants in the 2010-11 school year. Grants are estimated to range from $100,000 to $750,000 with the average grant being $427,000.
Download the application from the U.S. Department of Ed website here.
Read specifics about the the PEP Grant in the Federal Register.
Resources and Grant Writing Tips:
Artie Kamiya's PEP Grant Newsletter
Resource Conference - As PE4life helped to write the initial bill that became the PEP Grant, we are your resource partner through it all - from writing a PEP Grant to sustaining your PE program after your PEP Grant funds run out. Be sure to attend our annual Resource Conference, where we have an entire "track" devoted to discussing everything you need to know about the PEP Grant - from writing the grant to expending your funds after you’ve won! PEP Related topics can be found here.
What to Know About the Carol M. White PEP Grant
The so-called PEP Grant, given out by the Carol M. White Physical Education Program, is a federal grant that provides millions of dollars each year to various schools and community organizations, including those that are faith-based, in order to help them improve their physical education programs for K-12 students. An individual school or organization can receive $100,000 to $500,000 from the PEP grant, money that can be used for upgrading equipment, staff training, and physical fitness support programs. Read more.
Know other great resources not listed? Email them to info@pe4life.org.
Are You Planning to Apply for a PEP Grant?
If so, be sure to include PE4life Program Support Services in your budget. Let PE4life be your resource partner when building your program. As we helped write the initial bill that became the PEP Grant, we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise to share.
For helpful tips in applying for a PEP Grant, download the “So..You Want to Apply for a PEP Grant?” handbook.
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