Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS): Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP): State Personnel Development Grants (SPDG) Program, Assistance Listing Number 84.323A

Background
The Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) is issuing a grant opportunity for the State Personnel Development Grants (SPDG) Program. This program aims to assist State educational agencies (SEAs) in reforming and improving their systems for personnel preparation and professional development in early intervention, educational, and transition services. The goal is to enhance outcomes for children with disabilities by ensuring that SEAs can effectively prepare personnel who provide services to these children.

Grant Details
The SPDG program requires applicants to submit a State Personnel Development Plan that identifies and addresses the needs for personnel preparation and professional development. Key tasks include:

1) Using evidence-based professional development practices to improve outcomes for children with disabilities;
2) Providing ongoing assistance to personnel receiving SPDG-supported professional development;
3) Utilizing technology to enhance the delivery of professional development;
4) Aligning personnel development plans with federal education laws;
5) Collaborating with various stakeholders including local educational agencies (LEAs), higher education institutions, and community organizations.

Eligibility Requirements
Eligible applicants include State educational agencies (SEAs) responsible for the administration of special education programs under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Applicants must demonstrate compliance with federal civil rights laws and address specific priorities outlined in the grant notice.

Period of Performance
The grant period will begin on June 23, 2025, with applications due by August 1, 2025. The performance period will be determined based on the approved application but typically spans multiple years.

Grant Value
The estimated available funds for this grant opportunity total $3,767,623. Individual awards may range from $500,000 to $2,100,000 depending on the applicant's needs and proposed activities.

Place of Performance
The grant activities will be performed within the respective states of the applicants.