[Federal Register Volume 62, Number 13 (Tuesday, January 21, 1997)]
[Notices]
[Pages 3179-3182]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 97-1392]


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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION


Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services; Notice 
Inviting Applications for New Awards for Fiscal Year 1997

AGENCY: Department of Education.

SUMMARY: This notice provides closing dates and other information 
regarding the transmittal of applications for fiscal year 1997 
competitions under three programs authorized by the Individuals with 
Disabilities Education Act. This notice supports the National Education 
Goals by improving understanding of how to enable children and youth 
with disabilities to reach higher levels of academic achievement.

    Note: The Department of Education is not bound by any estimates 
in this notice.

Research in Education of Individuals With Disabilities Program

[CFDA No. 84.023]

    Purpose of Program: To advance and improve the knowledge base and 
improve the practice of professionals, parents, and others providing 
early intervention, special education, and related services--including 
professionals who work with children with disabilities in regular 
education environments--to provide children with disabilities effective 
instruction and enable these children to learn successfully.
    Eligible Applicants: State and local educational agencies; 
institutions of higher education; and other public agencies and 
nonprofit private organizations.
    Applicable Regulations: (a) The Education Department General 
Administrative Regulations (EDGAR) in 34 CFR Parts 74, 75, 77, 80, 81, 
82, 85, and 86; and (b) The regulations for this program in 34 CFR Part 
324.

    Note: The regulations in 34 CFR Part 86 apply to institutions of 
higher education only.

Absolute Priority--Initial Career Awards (84.023N)

    The priority for Initial Career Awards in the notice of final 
priority for this program, published elsewhere in this issue of the 
Federal Register, applies to this competition.
    Applications Available: February 10, 1997.
    Deadline for Transmittal of Applications: March 28, 1997.
    Estimated Number of Awards: 4.
    Maximum Award: The Secretary rejects and does not consider an 
application that proposes a budget exceeding $75,000 for any single 
budget period of 12 months. However, because of budgetary 
considerations contingent upon congressional action, the Secretary may 
change the maximum amount through a notice published in the Federal 
Register.
    Page Limits: Part III of the application, the Application 
Narrative, requires applicants to address the selection criteria that 
will be used by reviewers in evaluating individual proposals. The 
applicant must limit the Part III--Application Narrative to no more 
than 30 double-spaced 8\1/2\ x 11'' pages (on one side only) with one-
inch margins (top, bottom, and sides). This page limitation applies to 
all material presented in the application narrative--including, for 
example, any charts, tables, figures, and graphs. The application 
narrative page limit does not apply to: Part I--the electronically 
scannable form; Part II--the budget section (including the narrative 
budget justification); and Part IV--the assurances and certifications. 
Also, the one-page abstract, resumes, bibliography, or letters of 
support, while considered part of the application, are not subject to 
the page limitation. Applicants should note that reviewers are not 
required to review any information provided in addition to the 
application information listed above. All sections of text in the 
application narrative must be double-spaced (no more than 3 lines per 
vertical inch). If using a proportional computer font, use no smaller 
than a 12-point font, and an average character density no greater than 
14 characters per inch. If using a nonproportional font or a 
typewriter, do not use more than 12 characters to the inch. Double-
spacing and font requirements do not apply within charts, tables, 
figures, and graphs, but the information presented in those formats 
should be easily readable. The Secretary rejects and does not consider 
an application that does not adhere to these requirements.
    Project Period: Up to 36 months.
    For Application Information Contact: For the priority under the 
Research in Education of Individuals with Disabilities Program contact 
the U.S. Department of Education, 600 Independence Avenue, S.W., room 
3529, Switzer Building, Washington, D.C. 20202-2641. Telephone: (202) 
205-9864. FAX: (202) 205-8105. Internet: Claudette__C[email protected].
    Individuals who use a telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) 
may call the TDD number: (202) 205-8953.
    Program Authority: 20 U.S.C. 1441.

Educational Media Research, Production, Distribution, and Training 
Program

[CFDA No. 84.026]

    Purpose of Program: To promote the general welfare of individuals 
who are deaf or hard of hearing and individuals with visual 
impairments, and to promote the educational advancement of individuals 
with disabilities.
    Eligible Applicants: Profit and nonprofit public and private 
agencies, organizations, and institutions.
    Applicable Regulations: (a) The Education Department General 
Administrative Regulations (EDGAR) in 34 CFR Parts 74, 75, 77, 79, 80, 
81, 82, 85, and 86; and (b) The regulations for this program in 34 CFR 
Part 332.

    Note: The regulations in 34 CFR Part 86 apply to institutions of 
higher education only.
    (Note: If an applicant wishes to apply under more than one of 
these absolute priorities, the applicant must submit a separate 
application under each affected priority.)

Absolute Priority 1--Closed-Captioned Sports Programs (84.026A)

    The priority for Closed-Captioned Sports Programs in the notice of 
final priority for this program, published elsewhere in this issue of 
the Federal Register, applies to this competition.
    Applications Available: February 10, 1997.
    Deadline for Transmittal of Applications: March 28, 1997.
    Deadline for Intergovernmental Review: May 27, 1997.
    Estimated Number of Awards: 4.
    Maximum Award: The Secretary rejects and does not consider an

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application that proposes a budget exceeding $175,000 for any single 
budget period of 12 months. However, because of budgetary 
considerations contingent upon congressional action, the Secretary may 
change the maximum amount through a notice published in the Federal 
Register.
    Page Limits: Part III of the application, the Application 
Narrative, requires applicants to address the selection criteria that 
will be used by reviewers in evaluating individual proposals. The 
applicant must limit the Part III--Application Narrative to no more 
than 50 double-spaced 8\1/2\ x 11'' pages (on one side only) with one-
inch margins (top, bottom, and sides). This page limitation applies to 
all material presented in the application narrative--including, for 
example, any charts, tables, figures, and graphs. The application 
narrative page limit does not apply to: Part I--the electronically 
scannable form; Part II--the budget section (including the narrative 
budget justification); and Part IV--the assurances and certifications. 
Also, the one-page abstract, resumes, bibliography, or letters of 
support, while considered part of the application, are not subject to 
the page limitation. Applicants should note that reviewers are not 
required to review any information provided in addition to the 
application information listed above. All sections of text in the 
application narrative must be double-spaced (no more than 3 lines per 
vertical inch). If using a proportional computer font, use no smaller 
than a 12-point font, and an average character density no greater than 
14 characters per inch. If using a nonproportional font or a 
typewriter, do not use more than 12 characters to the inch. Double-
spacing and font requirements do not apply within charts, tables, 
figures, and graphs, but the information presented in those formats 
should be easily readable. The Secretary rejects and does not consider 
an application that does not adhere to these requirements.
    Project Period: Up to 36 months.

Absolute Priority 2--Video Description (84.026C)

    The priority for Video Description in the notice of final priority 
for this program, published elsewhere in this issue of the Federal 
Register, applies to this competition.
    Applications Available: February 10, 1997.
    Deadline for Transmittal of Applications: March 28, 1997.
    Deadline for Intergovernmental Review: May 27, 1997.
    Estimated Number of Awards: 4.
    Maximum Award: The Secretary rejects and does not consider an 
application that proposes a budget exceeding $200,000 for any single 
budget period of 12 months. However, because of budgetary 
considerations contingent upon congressional action, the Secretary may 
change the maximum amount through a notice published in the Federal 
Register.
    Page Limits: Part III of the application, the Application 
Narrative, requires applicants to address the selection criteria that 
will be used by reviewers in evaluating individual proposals. The 
applicant must limit the Part III--Application Narrative to no more 
than 50 double-spaced 8\1/2\ x 11'' pages (on one side only) with one-
inch margins (top, bottom, and sides). This page limitation applies to 
all material presented in the application narrative--including, for 
example, any charts, tables, figures, and graphs. The application 
narrative page limit does not apply to: Part I--the electronically 
scannable form; Part II--the budget section (including the narrative 
budget justification); and Part IV--the assurances and certifications. 
Also, the one-page abstract, resumes, bibliography, or letters of 
support, while considered part of the application, are not subject to 
the page limitation. Applicants should note that reviewers are not 
required to review any information provided in addition to the 
application information listed above. All sections of text in the 
application narrative must be double-spaced (no more than 3 lines per 
vertical inch). If using a proportional computer font, use no smaller 
than a 12-point font, and an average character density no greater than 
14 characters per inch. If using a nonproportional font or a 
typewriter, do not use more than 12 characters to the inch. Double-
spacing and font requirements do not apply within charts, tables, 
figures, and graphs, but the information presented in those formats 
should be easily readable. The Secretary rejects and does not consider 
an application that does not adhere to these requirements.
    Project Period: Up to 36 months.

Absolute Priority 3--Educational Video Selection and Captioning 
(84.026D)

    The priority for Educational Video Selection and Captioning in the 
notice of final priority for this program, published elsewhere in this 
issue of the Federal Register, applies to this competition.
    Applications Available: February 10, 1997.
    Deadline for Transmittal of Applications: March 28, 1997.
    Deadline for Intergovernmental Review: May 27, 1997.
    Estimated Number of Awards: 1.
    Maximum Award: The Secretary rejects and does not consider an 
application that proposes a budget exceeding $2,000,000 for any single 
budget period of 12 months. However, because of budgetary 
considerations contingent upon congressional action, the Secretary may 
change the maximum amount through a notice published in the Federal 
Register.
    Page Limits: Part III of the application, the Application 
Narrative, requires applicants to address the selection criteria that 
will be used by reviewers in evaluating individual proposals. The 
applicant must limit the Part III--Application Narrative to no more 
than 60 double-spaced 8\1/2\ x 11'' pages (on one side only) with one-
inch margins (top, bottom, and sides). This page limitation applies to 
all material presented in the application narrative--including, for 
example, any charts, tables, figures, and graphs. The application 
narrative page limit does not apply to: Part I--the electronically 
scannable form; Part II--the budget section (including the narrative 
budget justification); and Part IV--the assurances and certifications. 
Also, the one-page abstract, resumes, bibliography, or letters of 
support, while considered part of the application, are not subject to 
the page limitation. Applicants should note that reviewers are not 
required to review any information provided in addition to the 
application information listed above. All sections of text in the 
application narrative must be double-spaced (no more than 3 lines per 
vertical inch). If using a proportional computer font, use no smaller 
than a 12-point font, and an average character density no greater than 
14 characters per inch. If using a nonproportional font or a 
typewriter, do not use more than 12 characters to the inch. Double-
spacing and font requirements do not apply within charts, tables, 
figures, and graphs, but the information presented in those formats 
should be easily readable. The Secretary rejects and does not consider 
an application that does not adhere to these requirements.
    Project Period: Up to 48 months.

Absolute Priority 4--Research on Educational Captioning (84.026R)

    The priority for Research on Educational Captioning in the notice 
of final priority for this program, published elsewhere in this issue 
of the Federal Register, applies to this competition.
    Applications Available: February 10, 1997.

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    Deadline for Transmittal of Applications: March 28, 1997.
    Deadline for Intergovernmental Review: May 27, 1997.
    Estimated Number of Awards: 2.
    Maximum Award: The Secretary rejects and does not consider an 
application that proposes a budget exceeding $120,000 for any single 
budget period of 12 months. However, because of budgetary 
considerations contingent upon congressional action, the Secretary may 
change the maximum amount through a notice published in the Federal 
Register.
    Page Limits: Part III of the application, the Application 
Narrative, requires applicants to address the selection criteria that 
will be used by reviewers in evaluating individual proposals. The 
applicant must limit the Part III--Application Narrative to no more 
than 50 double-spaced 8\1/2\ x 11'' pages (on one side only) with one-
inch margins (top, bottom, and sides). This page limitation applies to 
all material presented in the application narrative--including, for 
example, any charts, tables, figures, and graphs. The application 
narrative page limit does not apply to: Part I--the electronically 
scannable form; Part II--the budget section (including the narrative 
budget justification); and Part IV--the assurances and certifications. 
Also, the one-page abstract, resumes, bibliography, or letters of 
support, while considered part of the application, are not subject to 
the page limitation. Applicants should note that reviewers are not 
required to review any information provided in addition to the 
application information listed above. All sections of text in the 
application narrative must be double-spaced (no more than 3 lines per 
vertical inch). If using a proportional computer font, use no smaller 
than a 12-point font, and an average character density no greater than 
14 characters per inch. If using a nonproportional font or a 
typewriter, do not use more than 12 characters to the inch. Double-
spacing and font requirements do not apply within charts, tables, 
figures, and graphs, but the information presented in those formats 
should be easily readable. The Secretary rejects and does not consider 
an application that does not adhere to these requirements.
    Project Period: Up to 36 months.
    For Application Information Contact: For the priorities under the 
Educational Media Research, Production, Distribution, and Training 
Program contact the U.S. Department of Education, 600 Independence 
Avenue, S.W., room 4627, Switzer Building, Washington, D.C. 20202-2734. 
Telephone: (202) 205-8894. FAX: (202) 205-8971. Internet: Jeffrey--
P[email protected].
    Individuals who use a telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) 
may call the TDD number: (202) 205-8169.
    Program Authority: 20 U.S.C. 1451, 1452.

Technology, Educational Media, and Materials for Individuals With 
Disabilities Program

[CFDA No. 84.180]

    Purpose of Program: To support projects and centers for advancing 
the availability, quality, use, and effectiveness of technology, 
educational media, and materials in the education of children and youth 
with disabilities and the provision of related services and early 
intervention services to infants and toddlers with disabilities.
    Eligible Applicants: Institutions of higher education; State 
educational agencies; local educational agencies; public agencies; and 
nonprofit or for-profit private organizations.
    Applicable Regulations: (a) The Education Department General 
Administrative Regulations (EDGAR) in 34 CFR parts 74, 75, 77, 79, 80, 
81, 82, 85, and 86; and (b) the regulations for this program in 34 CFR 
part 333.

    Note: The regulations in 34 CFR part 86 apply to institutions of 
higher education only.

Absolute Priority--Technology, Educational Media, and Materials 
Projects That Create Innovative Tools for Students With Disabilities 
(84.180T)

    The priority for Technology, Educational Media, and Materials 
Projects That Create Innovative Tools for Students With Disabilities in 
the notice of final priority for this program, published elsewhere in 
this issue of the Federal Register, applies to this competition.
    Applications Available: February 10, 1997.
    Deadline for Transmittal of Applications: April 14, 1997.
    Deadline for Intergovernmental Review: June 13, 1997.
    Estimated Number of Awards: 5.
    Maximum Award: The Secretary rejects and does not consider an 
application that proposes a budget exceeding $200,000 for any single 
budget period of 12 months. However, because of budgetary 
considerations contingent upon congressional action, the Secretary may 
change the maximum amount through a notice published in the Federal 
Register.
    Page Limits: Part III of the application, the Application 
Narrative, requires applicants to address the selection criteria that 
will be used by reviewers in evaluating individual proposals. The 
applicant must limit the Part III--Application Narrative to no more 
than 50 double-spaced 8\1/2\ x 11'' pages (on one side only) with one-
inch margins (top, bottom, and sides). This page limitation applies to 
all material presented in the application narrative--including, for 
example, any charts, tables, figures, and graphs. The application 
narrative page limit does not apply to: Part I--the electronically 
scannable form; Part II--the budget section (including the narrative 
budget justification); and Part IV--the assurances and certifications. 
Also, the one-page abstract, resumes, bibliography, or letters of 
support, while considered part of the application, are not subject to 
the page limitation. Applicants should note that reviewers are not 
required to review any information provided in addition to the 
application information listed above. All sections of text in the 
application narrative must be double-spaced (no more than 3 lines per 
vertical inch). If using a proportional computer font, use no smaller 
than a 12-point font, and an average character density no greater than 
14 characters per inch. If using a nonproportional font or a 
typewriter, do not use more than 12 characters to the inch. Double-
spacing and font requirements do not apply within charts, tables, 
figures, and graphs, but the information presented in those formats 
should be easily readable. The Secretary rejects and does not consider 
an application that does not adhere to these requirements.
    Project Period: Up to 24 months.
    For Application Information Contact: For the priority under the 
Technology, Educational Media, and Materials for Individuals with 
Disabilities Program contact the U.S. Department of Education, 600 
Independence Avenue, SW., room 4617, Switzer Building, Washington, DC 
20202-2734. Telephone: (202) 205-9884. FAX: (202) 205-8971. Internet: 
Robin--M[email protected]
    Individuals who use a telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) 
may call the TDD number: (202) 205-8169.
    Program Authority: 20 U.S.C. 1461.
    Information about the Department's funding opportunities, including 
copies of application notices for discretionary grant competitions, can 
be viewed on the Department's electronic bulletin board (ED Board), 
telephone (202) 260-9950; on the Internet Gopher Server (at gopher://
gcs.ed.gov); or on the World Wide Web (at http://gcs.ed.gov). In 
addition, information on downloading application packages from the 
World

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Wide Web can be obtained at the Office of Special Education Programs 
homepage (at http://www.ed.gov/offices/OSERS/OSEP). However, the 
official application notice for a discretionary grant competition is 
the notice published in the Federal Register. Application packages are 
available in an alternate format upon request.

(Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Numbers: Research in 
Education of Individuals with Disabilities Program, 84.023; 
Educational Media Research, Production, Distribution, and Training 
Program, 84.026; and Technology, Educational Media, and Materials 
for Individuals with Disabilities Program, 84.180)

    Dated: January 14, 1997.
Katherine D. Seelman,
Acting Assistant Secretary for Special Education and Rehabilitative 
Services.
[FR Doc. 97-1392 Filed 1-17-97; 8:45 am]
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