New White House Rural Council Intended to Coordinate support for Rural Communities
The first White House Rural Council was created to build on the Obama Administration’s rural economic strategy and improve the implementation of that strategy. This council will coordinate programs across various federal agencies to encourage public-private partnerships to promote further economic prosperity and quality of life in rural communities nationwide. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan … Continue reading
The Texas Appropriations Budget for Education … in a nutshell
OOPS alert – I did not have the final version. As soon as I do I will revise and repost — I am sorry for the confusion. In case you do not want to read all 854 pages of HB1, I have highlighted items that pertain to programmatic funding of Pk-12 education programs. If you … Continue reading
Clever use of an old mansion to promote “new” thinking by students
Yes, I am the one who wants to go through every old home on every vacation, especially mansions! They do not all look alike to me and I prefer them to other types of museums. I can imagine myself living in them, so they are very close to history alive. As school moves into summer … Continue reading
Grant Opportunity: Rural Energy for America Program (REAP)
Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Due Date: Jun 30, 2011 Expected Number of Awards: 75 Estimated Total Program Funding: $2,000,000 Award Ceiling: $50,000 Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes Eligible Applicants: All agricultural producers, including farmers and ranchers, who gain 50% or more of their gross income from the agricultural operations are eligible. Small … Continue reading
The Grant Coaches 