CISD Grant No. 2008-S01STATE 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.
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. 2008 -SO1 to provide
funding for hiring thirteen (13) Spanish teachers for grades 9 through 12 at the high school and
2.5 Spanish teachers at Coppell 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 thirteen (13)
Spanish teachers at the high school and 2.5 Spanish teachers at Coppell 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:
COPPELL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT GRANT
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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
Eight Hundred Forty -seven Thousand Four Hundred Twelve Dollars and No Cents
($847,412.00).
2. CISD agrees to utilize the GRANT to fund salaries and benefits for thirteen (13) Spanish
teachers at Coppell high school and 2.5 Spanish teachers at Coppell middle schools.
3. CITY agrees to provide the GRANT of Eight Hundred Forty -seven Thousand Four
Hundred Twelve Dollars and No Cents ($847,412.00), funds payable on a quarterly basis with
the first payment to be made in February 2008. Funds to be expended in accordance with the
budget categories set forth in the GRANT application.
4. No later than May 31, 2008 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.
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.
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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 containe s in it.
EXECUTED this `/' day f J m t4 ° , 2007.
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CITY OF COPP
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By:
JIM W Or'TY MANAGER
255 Par ay Boulevard
P.O. B • x 9478
Coppell, Texas 75019
day of , 2007.
COPPELL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Antonio Al mus, President
255 Parkway Boulevard
P.O. Box 9478
Coppell, Texas 75019
EXECUTED this / day of "21,¢ , 2007.
COPPELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Bv:
STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF DALLAS
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2007, by Jim Witt, City Manager of the City of Coppell, Texas, a Texas municipality, on behalf of
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F TURNER, SUPERINTENDENT
Coppell Independent School District
200 S. Denton Road
Coppell, Texas 75019
CITY'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT
Notary Public, State of Texas
STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF DALLAS
COPPELL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
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COUNTY OF DALLAS §
This instrument was acknowledged before me on the / 7 '' day of tz.�,rs.4#t- -,
2007, by Dr. Jeff Turner, Superintendent of Coppell Independent School District, on behalf of
said District.
Notary P ic4te of Texas
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Project Title:
Principal Applicant
Title of Principal Applicant
ISD Representative in Application
Project Period (Start & Finish of Entire Project)
Total Amount Requested
Printed Names & Title of Grant Approvers; Signatures; & Dates:
Mechelle Bryson, Ed.D.
Director Secondary Education
Principal Applicant
Title
(Required)
Coppell Education Development Corporation
Grant Application
Team Member
Title
(Optional)
Team Member
Title
(Optional)
Principal of School Involved
Title
(Optional)
District Superintendent
Title
(Required)
Kathie Gautille
President, Board of Trustees
* * School Board President
President
(Required)
Coppell Spanish Program
Mechelle Bryson, Ed.D.
Director of Secondary Education
Coppell
August 2007 — June 2008
$ 847,412.00
Signature
Signature
Signature
* *Signifies approval by the School Board of Trustees
Signature
Signature
Date
Date
Date
Date
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Section I: Abstract of Project /Activity
The Coppell Independent School is applying for $ 847,412.00 under the foreign language
provision of the Coppell Education Development Corporation to furnish salaries for
thirteen Spanish teachers at Coppell High School and 2.5 Spanish teachers at Coppell
Middle Schools during the 2007 -2008 academic year. These teachers provide daily
instruction to students in grades eight to 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 and skills in cross - cultural
interaction. 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
sequence of three years of the same language (see Appendix C). Performance objective 9
under strategic objective goal 2 of the Coppell ISD Strategic Plan states that "No fewer
than 55% of our students will achieve distinguished academic status upon graduation. ":
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At the same time, performance objective two under strategic objective two of the Coppell
ISD Strategic Plan states that the district will "Align foreign language opportunities to
reflect future trends in a multilingual society and enhance student participation"
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
• Annually assess student progress using appropriate measurements
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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.
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PROGRAM GOAL
STANDARD
Growth Rate
2006 - 07
# of Students
2007 - 08
# of Students
Growth
Percentage
EVALUATION
INSTRUMENT
Increase the percent of
students enrolled in Spanish
Language Courses.
25%
1540
2033
25%
Pentamation
Report
Increase the percent of
students enrolled in PreAP /AP
Spanish Language Courses
25%
922
944
3%
Pentamation
Report
Increase the percent of 8th
grade students enrolled in
Spanish I
25%
299
399
30%
Pentamation
Report
Number of students served by this project
Total
Spanish 1
510
Spanish 1 Pre AP
324
Spanish 2
352
Spanish 2 PreAP
317
Spanish 3
195
Spanish 3 Pre AP
203
Spanish 4 Pre AP
49
Spanish Culture & Linguistics Pre AP
83
Total Enrollment
2033
Section III: Budget
$ 847,412.00 Salaries and benefits for thirteen (13) certified high school Spanish
teachers and two and a half (2.5) Middle School teachers.
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
Dollars per student proposed: $416.82
Evaluation of Project's Success
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Mission Statement
Appendix A
The mission of the Coppell Independent School District, as a global leader in educational
excellence, is to ensure our students achieve personal success, develop strong moral
character, and become dynamic citizens through a customized, innovative learning
experience led by a visionary staff and 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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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 District Improvement Plan, 2007
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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