Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (OESE): Well-Rounded Education Programs: Jacob K. Javits Gifted and Talented Students Education (Javits) Program, Assistance Listing Number 84.206A

Background
The Jacob K. Javits Gifted and Talented Students Education Program (Javits) is administered by the U.S. Department of Education. Its mission is to support evidence-based research, demonstration projects, and innovative strategies aimed at enhancing the ability of elementary and secondary schools nationwide to identify gifted and talented students and address their unique educational needs. The program emphasizes implementing evidence-based activities that accelerate learning and improve student outcomes.

Grant Details
The grant supports evidence-based research and demonstration projects designed to enhance the identification of gifted and talented students. Key tasks include:
1) Training personnel in identifying and educating gifted students;
2) Conducting research on effective methods for identifying and teaching gifted students;
3) Establishing programs that utilize innovative strategies for serving these students, particularly those from low-income or at-risk backgrounds;
4) Providing technical assistance and disseminating information on adapting gifted education methods for all students;
5) Ensuring equitable participation of private school students in funded programs.

Eligibility Requirements
Eligible applicants include:
(a) State educational agencies (SEA);
(b) Local educational agencies (LEA);
(c) Bureau of Indian Education (BIE);
(d) Institutions of higher education (IHE);
(e) Other public agencies; or
(f) Other private agencies or organizations. Faith-based organizations are also eligible to apply.

Period of Performance
The project period for the grant is up to 60 months.

Grant Value
The estimated available funds for this grant competition total $9,000,000, with individual grant awards ranging from $400,000 to $650,000. The average size of awards is approximately $550,000, with an estimated total of 17 awards expected.

Place of Performance
The grant will be performed nationwide across various elementary and secondary schools.