CISD Grant No. 2005-T01STATE OF TEXAS § COPPELL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
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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. 2005 -T01 to provide
funding to purchase Infinity Project technology kits, text and workbooks, staff development, lab
computers, and a printer for Coppell High School (the PROJECT);
WHEREAS, the CISD has developed the PROJECT which will enhance the
Engineering Technologies Pathway program at Coppell High School, which assists students by
preparing them for career in their chosen field; and
WHEREAS, CISD is in need of funding the costs of the necessary equipment and
workbooks 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 literacy 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
Fifty -eight Thousand Five Hundred Fifty Dollars and no cents ($58,550.00).
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2. CISD agrees to utilize the GRANT to fund the purchase of Infinity Project technology
kits, text and workbooks, staff development, lab computers, and a printer for CISD high school
students.
3. CITY agrees to provide the GRANT of Fifty -eight Thousand Five Hundred Fifty Dollars
and no cents ($58,550.00) funds payable on a quarterly basis with the first payment to be made
on or before August 15, 2005.
4. On a quarterly basis beginning no later than November 15, 2005 the CISD shall submit a
detailed list of expenditures for this GRANT to the CEDC. The detailed list shall include, but
not limited to, software, hardware, supplies, equipment and contracts for personnel. CISD shall
also submit no later than sixty (60) days after the close of school year the number of students
served, grade levels actually served, 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.
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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 id day of _ , 2005.
EXECUTED this
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ATTEST:
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CITY OF
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ATTEST:
By:
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WITT, CITY MANAGER
255 Parkway Boulevard
P.O. Box 9478
Coppell, Texas 75019
day of , 2005.
COPPELL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
TONIO AL EMUS, PRESIDENT
255 Parkway Boulevard
P.O. Box 9478
Coppell, Texas 75019
SIGNED this 3 f day of ` 4 / , 2005.
STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF DALLAS
My Commission Expires:
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COPPELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Coppell Independent School District
200 S. Denton Road
Coppell, Texas 75019
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CITY'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT
This instrument was acknowledged before me on the day of
2005, by Jim Witt, City Manager of the City of Coppell, Texas, a Texas munici -!lity, on behalf of
said municipality.
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Notary Public, State of Texas
STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF DALLAS
My Commission expires:
STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF DALLAS
My Commission expires:
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This instrument was acknowledged before me on the " day of
' 2005, by Antonio Altemus, President of Coppell Education Development Corpor
of said corporation.
Notary Public, State of Texas
COPPELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Notary Pub 'c, StaV of Texas
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D. KAY RYAN
Notary Public, State of Texas
My Commission Expires
Of V,, May 17, 2009
on, on behalf
This instrument was acknowledged before me on the 3 / day of (.o
2005, by Dr. Jeff Turner, Superintendent of Coppell Independent School District, on b alf of
said district.
Coppell Education Development Corporation
Grant Application
Project Title:
Principal Applicant:
Title of Principal Applicant:
ISD Represented in Application:
Project Period (Start & Finish of Entire Project): June 1, 2005 — May 31, 2006
Total Amount Requested: $58,550
Printed Names & Titles of Grant Author(s) & provers, Sig
Principal Applicant
Donna Carpenter
Coppell High School
C &T Campus Coordinator
Team Member
Shalone Willms
Coppell High School
Integration Specialist
Team Member
Bill Parker
Coppell High School
C &T Teacher
Principal of School Involved
Jimmy Spann
Coppell High School
Principal
District Superintendent
* * School Board President
Kathie Gautille
** Signifies approval by the School Board of Trustees
Engineering Technologies Pathway
Donna Carpenter
CHS Career & Technology Campus Coordinator
Coppell
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I. Abstract of Project/Activity
The Career and Technology department at Coppell High School (CHS) has defined career
pathways (see Career Pathway Handbook, Appendices 1) to assist students in determining high
school courses that will prepare them for the career in which they are interested. Engineering
Technologies Pathway (ETP) was identified as field of study that would appeal to CHS student
clientele; however, it was also determined to be a program area in need of upgrading and
expansion. Therefore, in order to strengthen existing ETP courses as well as implement a new
course at Coppell High School, Coppell ISD is requesting $58,550 from the Coppell Education
Development Corporation.
The Infinity Project is an innovative, year -long program intended to spark students'
interest in the pursuit of careers in engineering and technology related fields. This course will be
taught in existing lab facilities by a current CHS Career and Technology Education teacher.
The goal for the first year of Infinity Project is to schedule at least two sections of up to 24
students each and to increase the number of sections in upcoming years. Grant funds will be
used to purchase the Infinity Project technology kits, text and workbooks, staff development, lab
computers, and a printer.
In order to enhance current CHS Engineering Technologies courses, CEDC grant funds
will be used to purchase new lab computers, as well as program resources that include on -line
CompTIA A+ Training for CHS Cowboy Tech Force students, LEGO Robotics kits &
curriculum for Infinity Project program enrichment and student contest opportunities, and a CNC
Jr. Table -top Mill with CAD -CAM software for Engineering Graphics and Infinity Project
students which will allow them to see their work to fruition. These items will support the other
two ETP labs that accommodate twelve classes of approximately 24 students each.
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IL Description of Proposal & Nature of Request
Take a look around you. Virtually everything within arms reach - portable disc players,
televisions, video games, automobiles, computers, cell phones, buildings, bridges. All were
designed, developed or created using engineering. Engineers from a variety of disciplines -
electrical, civil, industrial, chemical, manufacturing, computer and more - are responsible for
conceiving and producing just about every product imaginable. Sounds like fun, doesn't it?
In order to provide Coppell High School students the opportunity to develop an interest
and educational background in the field of engineering, CISD is requesting CEDC grant funds to
enhance existing engineering technology courses and add a new pre - engineering class, Infinity
Project (IP). The Engineering Technologies Pathway (ETP) includes a coherent sequence of
courses that introduce students to a wide variety of engineering careers. Existing CHS courses in
this pathway include Technology Systems, Architectural Graphics, Engineering Graphics,
Electricity/Electronics, and Independent Study in Research, Design and Development. The
CEDC grant funds will provide resources to purchase the equipment, computers and software
necessary to update three Career and Technology Education (CATE) labs that support six
pathway courses to a level that will properly support the existing ETP programs, as well as to
implement Infinity Project.
One lab will accommodate Infinity Project, as well as the Cowboy Tech Force program.
Infinity Project was developed locally by Texas Instruments and the SMU School of Engineering
to create more interest in the marvelous world of engineering among today's high school
students. The IP curriculum targets students with a strong background and interest in math and
science. This one -year program helps all students realize, through hands -on experiments and
general coursework, that math and science concepts and skills are utilized to engineer real -world
products, processes, and systems. The IP students will be required to complete Algebra II and at
least one lab science course before enrolling in this course. With Infinity, students will use state-
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of -the -art technology tools to learn how engineers turn ideas into reality. Using special software
and peripherals attached to Career and Technology lab computers, the student will learn how to
process digital signals to create their own unique audio, video and graphics programs. The
CEDC grant will provide the budget for Infinity Project staff development, IP project kits,
students textbooks, lab manuals, LEGO Robotics kits, a laser printer and lab computers. By
adding Infinity Project, CHS will bring in a new level of rigor to the existing pathway.
The Cowboy Tech Force is a Computer Technologies Pathway course that provides
student - interns with the opportunity to gain real - world, hands -on training and experience. The
Tech Force students assist district and campus technicians in providing hardware and software
support for CHS students, teachers, and staff three days a week during this year -long course.
The other two days will be reserved for A+ on -line training which will be administered in the
Infinity Project lab under the direction of the IP teacher. Upon completion of the on -line course,
Tech Force students may elect to take the CompTIA A+ Certification Exam which will count as
a DAP measure for graduation, as well as increasing the students' employability and earning
potential.
The Technology Systems and Electricity/Electronics courses are taught in another CATE
lab. Technology Systems is an entry -level course which works as an excellent spring -board to
other engineering courses. These courses utilize modular curriculum rotations including
biomedical, computer graphic, automotive, lasers, analog and digital circuits, etc. The existing
computers in this, as well as the Infinity lab, were purchased with building bond funds during the
summer of 2000 with the following specs: Pentium III, 550 MHz, 128 MB RAM. It is
imperative that these computers be upgraded in order to effectively meet the curricular
requirements of these courses.
Engineering and Architectural Graphics as well as Graphic Communications
(Communication Technologies Pathway) are taught in the third lab to benefit by this grant
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proposal. The full and LT versions of AutoCAD 2004 are utilized by the Engineering and
Architectural Graphics students; however, the existing computers (Pentium III, 733 MHz, 128
MB RAM) cannot support the full - functionality of these programs. Therefore, new and more
powerful computers are needed in this lab. The final request is for a CNC Jr. Table -top Mill and
CAD -CAM software. The mill will serve CHS students of varied academic levels and career
aspirations by allowing them to have hands -on engineering experience from conception, through
design, and finally to the actual milling of the product.
In today's digital world, students need to be exposed to fundamental elements of
technology so they will become competent, functioning, well - rounded citizens of the information
age. With the United Stated seeing a decline in engineering students at Universities across the
nation, Coppell High School wants to expand student interest the field of engineering by
exposing them to it an earlier age. Resources provided by this Engineering Technologies
Pathway (ETP) grant will allow students to increase their educational and career opportunities.
Upon grant approval, the implementation process will begin as soon as this school year is
over with the purchase and installation of lab computers, printer, Infinity Project kits, robotic
kits, software, and on -line training subscriptions. Two teachers will attend the Infinity Project
Development Institute during the summer, and curriculum resources will be procured.
Additionally, the CNC mill, CAD -CAM software and consumable materials will be purchased,
installed, and tested. All labs will be fully up and running for classes to begin Fall, 2005
instructed by current CHS Career and Technology teachers. Considering students in all of the
classes taught in the three labs positively impacted by grant funds, 380 Freshmen — Seniors out
of a student body of 2,900 will be benefited, at a ratio of 1 to 7.5. If CEDC grant funds were
denied, CHS would not be able to offer the Infinity Project and would have to evaluate the other
related courses to determine how to best maintain these courses without the appropriate
resources.
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Detailed Description of Items Needed for
CHS Engineering Technologies Pathway
CEDC Grant Proposal
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Cost
Extended
Cost
Infinity Project Professional Development Institute
@ SMU University
2
$ 750
$1,500
Meals & mileage for above training
2
$ 125
$250
Infinity Project Technology Kits
13
$ 400
$5,200
Engineering Our Digital Future 1st Edition --
Student Edition (ISBN 131848283)
25
$ 50
$1,250
Engineering Our Digital Future 1st Edition -- Lab
Manual (ISBN 130355542)
48
$ 25
$1,200
LEGO Robotics Starter Kit & Resources
1
$ 600
$600
CNC Jr. Table -top Mill w/ Masters software w/ G-
code file interpreter, x & y ball screws w/ preloaded
ball nuts, and CNC control unit. Package A
including stand, clamping set, Collet set, End -mill
set. Incl. shh & crating
1
$6,600
$6,600
XYZ CAD -CAM Plus software
1
$ 600
$600
Consumable materials (wood, plastic, & aluminum)
and Shop Vac
1
$ 500
$500
CompTIA A+ Online Training Course by
trainingcenter.com (12 A+, 1 Technical Value Pack,
1 Microsoft Value Pack) '
1
$1,250
$1 ' 250
Dell Computers and MS Office licenses for 3 labs
serving Infinity Project & Tech Force (13),
Engineering and Architectural Grahics (22), & Tech
Systems and Electricity/Electronics (13)
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$ 800
$38,400
HP Network laser printer for Infinity lab
1
$1,200
$1,200
III. Detailed Budget
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$58,550
IV. Project Measurements and Evaluation
Additions and enhancements to CHS Engineering Technologies Pathway (ETP) programs
with CEDC funds will support new and existing courses in three Career and Technology
Education (CATE) labs. Students ranging from freshmen to senior grade levels are eligible to
take these courses. Funding this grant will provide a direct impact on as many as fourteen
classes of up to 24 students each enrolled in Infinity Project, Engineering Graphics, Architectural
Graphics, Technology Systems, Electricity/Electronics and Cowboy Tech Force, with the
potential of reaching 340 students. Considering that Communication Graphics is also taught in
one of these labs, an additional 40 students reap the benefits of the new computers. This provides
a 1:7.5 ratio of students served versus total student body of 2,900. The projected cost per student
served by the Engineering Technologies Pathway grant will be $154 if the expenditures are
incurred over only the first year of implementation. However, it is more realistic to average the
program expenses over a three year period considering yearly consumable expenses of $3,550
which brings the cost per student served to just over $57.50.
On -going evaluation will be critical to ensure pathway effectiveness and facilitate
improvements in the Engineering Technologies Pathways program. End -of -year evaluations
developed by TEA and Infinity Project, as well as post - graduation follow -up evaluations will be
given to instructors and program participants to critique the following:
• Effectiveness of the EFT program to increase students' interest in pursuing
engineering or other technology- related studies at the post - secondary level and as a
career choice
• Effectiveness in achieving the TEKS established by TEA in all classes in the
Engineering Technologies Pathways program
• Effectiveness of course curriculum, activities, and assessments in meeting the
educational goals set forth for the students
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• Effectiveness of the resources provided for the courses, including, but not limited to:
Infinity kits, robotics kits, CNC mill w/ CAD -CAM software, A+ Certification
training, and lab computers/printer.
Feedback will be gathered and evaluated by the Career & Technology Advisory
Committee. Recommendations will be documented regarding career focus, curriculum, course
content, course management, and resources. Strategies for program expansion, development and
improvement will be based on the recommendations of the advisory committee.
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Page CLS 4 The Leader, The Colony Courier-Leader, Coppell Gazette, Carrollton Leader - Wednesday, March 3C7y2005
The Coppe ndenf School Ditrict is
holding a publi grins 'cludinl
nityfor public input • din ications
for grants from the Coppell tication De-
velopment Corporation. on AprIlJ8, 2005 at
7;,30pm at the Coppell Indeppeent School
District. Administration Office§=- located at
200 South Denton Tap Rand, , C • • • . 1,
Texas. Any citizen interesti • �:, g
or. reviewing ; copies of the ran
o
prior:to the hearing may do so at 200 .„ h
Denton Tap Road, Coppell, Texas . rh
B &UOam; 4:30pm, Monday_ through 'riday
beginning March 30, r2405. y.
Wednesday, April 6, 2005 ,- The Lear; fhe Colony Courier - Leader, Coppell Gazette, Carrollton Leader - Page CLS 5
Notice of Public Hearing
The Coppe ''Independent saidoltiistriet is
holding.a p lic hearing Incl rbbpp u-
nity for. public�lnpput rega rdin pplica • . s
for grants from the= Ooppell ducation , De-
velopment Corporation din April 18, 2005 at
7:30pm at the Coppell Independent School
District Administration 'ffices located at
200 South. Denton Tap Road, Coppell,
Texas. ' Any citizen interested in obtaining
or reviewing copies of the grant application
prior to the hearing may do so at 200 South
Denton Tap Road, Coppell. Texas from
8:OOam to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday
beginning March 30, 2005.