In reviewing full applications that propose to undertake teacher recruitment activities, the Secretary also considers the following selection criteria:
(a)
In addition to the elements contained in § 611.23(a) (Quality of project design), the Secretary considers the extent to which the project reflects—
(1)
A commitment to recruit, support and prepare additional well-qualified new teachers for high-need schools;
(2)
Appropriate academic and student support services; and
(3)
A comprehensive strategy for addressing shortages of well-qualified and well-trained teachers in high-need LEAs, especially teachers from disadvantaged and other underrepresented backgrounds.
(b)
In addition to the elements contained in § 611.23(b) (Significance of project activities), the Secretary considers the extent to which the project promotes the recruitment, scholarship assistance, preparation, and support of additional cohorts of new teachers.
(c)
In addition to the elements contained in § 611.23(c) (Quality of resources), the Secretary considers the impact of the project on high-need LEAs and high-need schools based upon—
(1)
The amount of scholarship assistance the project will provide students from federal and non-federal funds;
(2)
The number of students who will receive scholarships; and
(3)
How those students receiving scholarships will benefit from high-quality teacher preparation and an effective support system during their first three years of teaching.
(Approved by the Office of Management and Budget under control number 1840-0007)
Code of Federal Regulations
(Authority:
20 U.S.C. 1021
et seq.)