The Department of Education (USED) has made $437 million in Teacher Incentive Fund (TIF) grant applications available for school districts, non-profits, and states. These grants support local projects that reward teachers, principals, and other school personnel who improve student achievement. Applications are due July 6, 2010, and grants will be awarded in September 2010. For more information, click here: http://www2.ed.gov/news/pressreleases/2010/05/05202010.html
Access the Notice of final priorities, requirements, definitions, and selection criteria from the Federal Register here: http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2010/pdf/2010-12218.pdf