CISD Grant No. 2010-S01October 21, 2009
Dr. Jeff Turner, Superintendent
Coppell Independent School District
200 S. Denton Tap Road
Coppell, TX 75019
Dear Dr. Turner:
Sincerely,
Clay Phillips
City Manager
Enclosures
xc: Jennifer Miller, Director of Finance
T H E C I T Y O F
COPPELL
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RE: Coppell Education Development Corporation
Enclosed are fully executed grant agreements for grant application No. 2010 -SO1, No. 2010 -
LO1 and No. 2010 -L02 from the city of Coppell and the Coppell Education Development
Corporation for your files.
Please feel free to give me a call if you have any questions.
255 PARKWAY * P.O.BOX 9478 * COPPELL TX 75019 * TEL 972/462 0022 * FAX 972/304 3673
STATE OF TEXAS § COPPELL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
COUNTY OF DALLAS § GRANT AGREEMENT
This Educational Development Grant Agreement ( "AGREEMENT ") is made by and
between the City of Coppell, Texas ( "CITY "), Coppell Education Development Corporation
( "CEDC ") and the Coppell Independent School District (the "CISD "), acting by and through
their respective authorized officers.
COPPELL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT GRANT
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WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the CITY is authorized by TEX. LOC. GOV'T CODE § 379A to provide
educational development grants to publicly funded institutions through the CEDC for the
promotion of literacy, foreign language and career technology for a skilled workforce; and
WHEREAS, the CITY seeks to support programs for promoting literacy, foreign
language and career technology for a skilled workforce; and
WHEREAS, the CISD has submitted a grant application No. 2010 -SO1 to provide
funding for hiring eleven (11) Spanish teachers for grades 9 through 12 at Coppell High School,
three (3) Spanish teachers at New Tech High, and one (1) Spanish teacher each at the three
middle schools (the PROJECT), to provide daily instruction in order to satisfy a state
graduation requirement; and
WHEREAS, the CISD has developed the PROJECT using certified Spanish teachers
who specialize in such field; and
WHEREAS, CISD is in need of funding the salaries and benefits for eleven (11) Spanish
teachers for grades 9 through 12 at Coppell High School, three (3) Spanish teachers at New Tech
High and one (1) Spanish teacher each at the three middle schools, and seeks the assistance of
the CEDC for such assistance; and
WHEREAS, the CITY has determined that making an education development grant to
the CISD in accordance with this AGREEMENT will further the objectives of the CITY, will
benefit the CITY and the CITY's inhabitants and will promote foreign language in the CITY.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing, and other valuable
consideration the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged on the terms and
conditions hereinafter set forth, the parties agree as follows:
GENERAL PROVISIONS
1. Subject to availability of funds collected from the 379A sales tax, the CITY agrees to
provide the CISD an education development grant (the "GRANT ") in an amount not to exceed
One Million Nine Hundred Eighty -seven Thousand One Hundred Sixty -two Dollars and No
Cents ($1,987,162.00).
2. CISD agrees to utilize the GRANT to fund salaries and benefits for eleven (11) Spanish
teachers at Coppell High School, three (3) Spanish teachers at New Tech High, and one (1)
Spanish teacher each at the three middle schools.
3. CITY agrees to provide the GRANT of One Million Nine Hundred Eighty -seven
Thousand One Hundred Sixty -two Dollars and No Cents ($1,987,162.00), funds payable on a
quarterly basis with the first payment to be made in November 2009. Funds to be expended in
accordance with the budget categories set forth in the GRANT application.
4. No later than May 31, 2010 the CISD shall submit personnel costs for this GRANT to
the CEDC. The detailed expenditures shall include, but not limited to, salaries, number of
students served, grade levels actually served, copies of contracts, and any changes in personnel
during the period covered by this GRANT.
5. In the event the CISD breaches any of the terms of this AGREEMENT or fails to use
the GRANT for the purposes set forth herein, then the CISD, after expiration of the notice and
cure period described herein, shall be in default of this AGREEMENT. As liquidated damages
in the event of such default, the CISD shall, within thirty (30) days after demand, repay to the
CITY, the GRANT with interest at the rate of eight percent (8 %) per annum from the date of
receipt of the GRANT until paid. The parties acknowledge that actual damages in the event of
default would be speculative and difficult to determine. Upon breach by CISD of any
obligations under this AGREEMENT, the CITY shall notify the CISD in writing, who shall
have thirty (30) days from receipt of the notice in which to cure such default. If CISD fails to
cure the default within the time provided herein, or, as such time period may be extended, then
the CITY at its sole option, shall have the right to terminate this AGREEMENT without further
notice to the CISD.
6. The terms and conditions of this AGREEMENT are binding upon the successors and
assigns of all parties hereto. This AGREEMENT may not be assigned without the express
written consent of CITY and CEDC.
7. It is understood and agreed between the parties that CISD, in the use of the GRANT and
in satisfying the conditions of this AGREEMENT, is acting independently, and that the CITY
and/or the CEDC assumes no responsibilities or liabilities to third parties in connection with
these actions. CISD agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the CITY and the CEDC from all
such claims, suits, and causes of action, liabilities and expenses, including reasonable attorney's
fees, of any nature whatsoever arising out of the CISD'S performance of the conditions under
this AGREEMENT.
8. Any notice required or permitted to be delivered hereunder shall be deemed received
when sent by United States mail, postage pre -paid, certified mail, return receipt requested,
addressed to the party at the address set forth opposite the signature of the party.
COPPELL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT GRANT
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9. This AGREEMENT shall be governed by the laws of the State of Texas; and venue for
any action concerning this AGREEMENT shall be in the State District Court of Dallas County,
Texas.
10. In the event any one or more of the provisions contained in this AGREEMENT shall for
any reason be held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable in any respect, such invalidity,
illegality, or unenforceability shall not effect the other provisions, and the AGREEMENT shall
be construed as if such invalid, illegal, or unenforceable provision had never been contained in it.
EXECUTED this 4 20 6 day of O L e sr , 2009.
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ATTEST:
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COPPELL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT GRANT
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CITY OF COPPELL, TEXAS
By:
EXECUTED this S +- day of 0 Gt0 ems
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CL • ' PHILLIPS, CITY MANAGER
255 Parkway Boulevard
P.O. Box 9478
Coppell, Texas 75019
, 2009.
COPPELL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
BRI LETZKUS, VICE PRESIDENT
255 arkway Boulevard
P. . Box 9478
Coppell, Texas 75019
�� DEBBIE CRAVEY
�• Notary Public, State of Texas
My Commission Expires
May 20, 2011
EXECUTED this %e' day of CC .3 E/_ , 2009.
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Coppell ndependent School District
200 S. Denton Road
Coppell, Texas 75019
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CITY'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT
STATE OF TEXAS §
COUNTY OF DALLAS §
This instrument was acknowledged before me on the ),O day of 3 e o e� ,
2009, by Clay Phillips, City Manager of the City of Coppell, Texas, a Texas municipality, on behalf
of said municipality.
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Notary Public, State of Texas
STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF DALLAS
My Commission expires:
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STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF DALLAS
My Commission expires:
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COPPELL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
D. KAY RYON
I Notary Public. State of Texas
• My Commission Expires
' May 17. 2013
This instrument was acknowledged before me on the '' day of Ot L
2009, by Brian Letzkus, Vice President, Coppell Education Development Corporation, on behalf
of said Corporation.
DEBBIE CRAVEY
Notary Public, State of Texas
My Commission Expires
May 20, 2011
COPPELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
§
This instrument was acknowledged before me on the / 9 day of CC i o
2009, by Dr. Jeff Turner, Superintendent of Coppell Independent School District, on behalf of
said District.
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Notary Public, State of T as
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Coppell Education Development Corporation
Grant Application
Project Title:
Principal Applicant
Title of Principal Applicant
ISD Representative in Application
Project Period (Start & Finish of Project)
Amount Requested for 2009 -2010
Amount Requested for 2010 -2011
Total Amount Requested
Coppell ISD's Spanish Program
Mechelle Bryson, Ed.D.
Director of School Improvement
Coppell
August 2009 — May 2011
$ 978,898
$ 1,008,265
$ 1,987,162
Printed Names & Title of Grant Approvers; Signatures; & Dates:
Mechelle Bryson, Ed.D.
Director of School Improvement
Principal Applicant
Title
(Required)
Team Member
Title
(Optional)
District Superintendent
Title
(Required)
Principal of School Involved
Title
(Optional)
Dr. Jeff Turner
Superintendent
Cindy Warner
President, Board of Trustees
* * School Board President
President
(Required)
* *Signifies approval by the School Board of Trustees
Signature Date
Signature
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Section I: Abstract of Project /Activity
The Coppell Independent School is applying for $ 1,987,162.00 under the foreign
language provision of the Coppell Education Development Corporation to furnish salaries
for eleven Spanish teachers at Coppell High School, three Spanish teachers at New Tech
High and one Spanish teacher at Coppell Middle School North, one Spanish teacher at
Coppell Middle School East and one Spanish teacher at Coppell Middle School West
during the 2009 -2010 academic year as well as the 2010 -2011 academic year. These
teachers provide daily instruction to students in grades eight through twelve who have
elected to study the Spanish language and culture in order to satisfy a state graduation
requirement. Students enrolled in Spanish language classes are realizing the mission of
the district to become a global leader in educational excellence (see Appendix A) as well
as fulfilling an indicator of the Portrait of the Coppell ISD Graduate (see Appendix B).
Section II: Description of Proposal & Nature of Request
All U.S. students need to be proficient and literate in English. In addition, students will
need competence in at least one additional language to meet the demands of global
competition. The need for such competence, both in our current economy and in the one
in which today's students will live and work, has been well documented. Research shows
that multilingual societies have a competitive advantage over monolingual societies in
international trade (Halliwell, 1999).
The state of Texas requires that students complete two years of the same foreign language
in order to receive a diploma under the Recommended Plan. In addition, students desiring
to graduate under the Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP) must complete a
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sequence of three years of the same language (see Appendix C). In addition, the Coppell
ISD Strategic Plan specifies that the district will "integrate 21 century learning skills"
into the curriculum. As such, multilingual skills and the complex, critical thinking
required to successfully acquire a second or third language is vital.
A Texas Framework for Languages Other Than English is tied to the Texas state student
content and performance standards, the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for
Languages Other Than English. The goals for the Spanish program reflect these
standards:
• Goal 1: The students communicate in Spanish using the skills of listening,
speaking, reading and writing.
• Goal 2: The student gains knowledge and understanding of other cultures.
• Goal 3: The student uses the language to make connections with other subject
areas and acquire information.
• Goal 4: The student develops insight into the nature of language and culture
by comparing the student's own language and culture to another.
• Goal 5: The student participates in communities at home and around the world
by using languages other than English.
To effectively meet the goals of the program the Spanish teachers will:
• Utilize the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Language Other Than
English in lesson planning.
• Provide experiences that will enhance the understanding of other cultures
• Provide multiple opportunities for students to interact with native speakers
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• Annually assess student progress using appropriate measurements
Without these funds CISD would be unable to fund other programs that contribute
towards student success. In order to best serve our student population we respectfully
apply for this grant.
Section III: Budget
The $ 1,987,162.00 grant request will provide salaries and benefits for eleven Spanish
teachers at Coppell High School, three Spanish teachers at New Tech High and one
Spanish teacher at Coppell Middle School North, one Spanish teacher at Coppell Middle
School East and one Spanish teacher at Coppell Middle School West during the 2009-
2010 academic year as well as the 2010 -2011 academic year.
Section IV: Project Measurements and Evaluation:
The effectiveness of this project can be qualitatively measured by student work samples
and projects along with anecdotal records from students, teachers and parents. Program
goals can be quantitatively measured by the proper identification and effective
application of appropriate evaluation instruments.
Project Statistics
Number of students served by this project
Coppell High School: 1273
New Tech High: 276
Coppell Middle School North: 157
Coppell Middle School East: 100
Coppell Middle School West: 154
Total 1960
(See Appendix D for a detailed breakdown of enrollment)
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Level of Course
2008
2009
Spanish 1 Pre -AP
528
567
Spanish 2 Pre AP
323
347
Spanish 3 Pre AP
208
212
Spanish 4 Pre -AP
29
46
Spanish Language AP
85
92
Spanish Literature AP
23
16
Total
1,196
1,280
PROGRAM GOAL
STANDARD
2007-
08
2008-
09
EVALUATION
INSTRUMENT
Increase the percent of
students enrolled in
PreAP /AP Spanish
Language
25%
1,196
1,280
Pentamation
Report
Dollars per student proposed: $499.43
This year's dollars per student is a decrease from last year's dollars per student of
$534.65. The dollars per student decrease can be attributed to the decrease in the number
of Spanish Teacher in the district.
Evaluation of Project's Success: CISD had a 7% increase in PreAP /AP Spanish Courses.
See charts below.
Mission Statement
Appendix A
The mission of the Coppell Independent School district, as a committed and proven
leader in educational excellence, is to ensure our learners achieve personal success,
develop strong moral character, and become dynamic leaders and global citizens with a
zeal for service by engaging each individual through innovative learning experiences led
by a visionary staff and progressive community.
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Appendix B
Who is the Coppell ISD Graduate?
A scholar of high reputation...
...prioritizes to achieve personal academic goals.
...transfers and applies knowledge and skills in meaningful ways that lead
to further learning opportunities.
...understands and appreciates the arts and their impact on the other
disciplines and life.
...discriminates in the use of consumer information.
...utilizes critical reading and thinking skills.
...practices non - traditional and original problem- solving skills.
...seeks knowledge independently, responsibly, and purposefully.
...practices self - advocacy and self - determination.
An articulate communicator...
...possesses multilingual skills.
...effectively conveys information in written, oral and visual forms.
...learns through listening.
...improves through self - reflection.
...expresses ideas in ways that inspire progress toward the shared
resolution of a problem.
A person of strong, moral character...
...values humanity, oneself, and one's environment.
...models healthy life choices.
...abstains from inappropriate social behavior.
...balances personal and professional pursuits.
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A dynamic citizen...
...practices informed patriotism.
...participates and contributes actively in the local and global community.
...possesses an understanding of international relations and the impact of
global dynamics.
...collaborates proficiently.
...contributes to a sense of unity within a community.
...strives toward specific goals that lead to personal success.
A flexible, resilient pacesetter...
...maximizes rapidly- changing technologies.
...adapts to shifting paradigms.
...leads in a bold and daring manner.
...shows courage while using good judgment in decision - making.
The Coppell ISD Graduate is marketable to global
interests.
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Discipline
Minimum Graduation Plan
(22 credits)
Recommended High School Program
(24 credits)
Distinguished Achievement Program
(24 credits plus advanced measures)
Social Studies*
Two and one -half credits:
• World History Studies (one credit) or
• World Geography Studies (one credit),
• U.S. History Studies Since Reconstruction
(one credit), and
• U.S. Government (one -half credit).
Three and one -half credits:
• World History Studies (one credit),
• World Geography Studies (one credit),
• U.S. History Studies Since Reconstruction
• (one credit), and
• U.S. Government (one -half credit).
Three and one -half credits:
• World History Studies (one credit),
• World Geography Studies (one credit),
• U.S. History Studies Since Reconstruction
• (one credit), and
• U.S. Government (one -half credit).
Economics, with emphasis on the free
enterprise system and its benefits*
One -half credit
One -half credit
One -half credit
Academic Elective
One credit selected from:
• World History Studies,
• World Geography Studies, or
• any science course approved by SBOE.
(If substituting Chemistry or Physics for IPC,
must use one of these as the academic elective
credit.)
See Elective Courses.
See Elective Courses.
Physical Education
One and one -half credits to include Foundations
of Personal Fitness (one -half credit). (Limit two
credits.)
Can substitute:
• drill team,
• marching band,
• cheerleading,
• Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps
• (JROTC),
• athletics,
• Dance I -IV,
• approved private programs, or
• certain career and technology education
courses.
One and one -half credits to include
Foundations of Personal Fitness (one -half
credit). (Limit two credits.)
Can substitute:
• drill team,
• marching band,
• cheerleading,
• JROTC,
• athletics,
• Dance I -IV,
• approved private programs, or
• certain career and technology education
courses.
One and one -half credits to include
Foundations of Personal Fitness (one -half
credit). (Limit two credits.)
Can substitute:
• drill team,
• marching band,
- cheerleading,
• JROTC,
• athletics,
• Dance I -IV,
• approved private programs, or
• certain career and technology education
courses.
Languages Other Than English*
None
Two credits:
Level I and Level II in the same language.
Three credits:
Level I, Level II, and Level III in the same
language.
Health Education
One -half credit
or Health Science Technology (one credit).
One -half credit
or Health Science Technology (one credit).
One -half credit
or Health Science Technology (one credit).
Appendix C
Texas State Graduation Requirements
(For students entering grade 9 in the 2001 -02 school year and thereafter)
*College Board Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate courses may be substituted for requirements in appropriate areas.
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Appendix D
Coppell ISD
2008 -- 2009 Spanish Enrollments
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CHS
NTH
North
East
West
Spanish 1
236
0
0
0
0
Spanish 1 Pre -AP
74
82
157
100
154
Spanish 2
319
0
0
0
0
Spanish 2 Pre AP
233
114
0
0
0
Spanish 3
148
0
0
0
0
Spanish 3 Pre AP
139
50
0
0
0
Spanish 4 Pre -AP
16
30
0
0
0
Spanish Language AP /IB
92
0
0
0
0
Spanish Literature AP
16
0
0
0
0
Total
1273
276
157
100
154
'Grand Total
1960
Appendix D
Coppell ISD
2008 -- 2009 Spanish Enrollments
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References
Halliwell,J. (1999). Language and trade. In A. Breton (Ed.), Exploring the Economics of
Language. Ottawa, Ontario: Department of Cultural Heritage.
Coppell Portrait of a Graduate, Coppell; 2003
Coppell Independent School District Mission Statement, Coppell; 2003
Southwest Educational Development Laboratory., A Texas Framework for Languages
Other Than English. Austin, Texas: Texas Education Agency, 1997.
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