Request for Applications
21st Century California School Leadership Academy, Cohort 3, Fiscal Year 2026-27
Note: The due date for the request for applications has passed. This page is for reference and administration of funding.
The purpose of the 21st Century California School Leadership Academy (21CSLA) is to provide in-depth supports for administrators and other school leaders.
Program Questions: Jeffrey Franey, email: 21CSLA@cde.ca.gov, phone: 916-327-4770
Downloading Questions: Teacher and Leader Policy Office, email: 21CSLA@cde.ca.gov, phone: 916-445-7331
| Document | Description |
|---|---|
| 21CSLA Cohort 3 Regional Academy Request for Applications (DOCX) |
21CSLA Cohort 3 Regional Academy Request for Applications This is the 21CSLA Cohort 3 Regional Academy Request for Applications. It includes a complete description of the 21CSLA Cohort 3 Competitive Grant Program, eligibility requirements, application process, funding, and sub-grantee requirements. This document contains the instructions, application questions, and a list of required forms. *Any eligible California Local Educational Agency, Institute of Higher Education or nonprofit organization may apply. |
| 21CSLA Cohort 3 Regional Academy Online Application |
21CSLA Cohort 3 Regional Academy Online Application *Please complete the 21CSLA Cohort 3 Regional Academy application. **Organizations must submit an Intent to Apply (Form A) on or before May 27, 2026, to be eligible to complete the Cohort 3 Regional Academy Online Application. |
| 21CSLA Cohort 3 Center Renewal Application (DOCX) | 21CSLA Cohort 3 Center Renewal Request for Application This is the 21CSLA Cohort 3 Center Application. It includes a complete description of the 21CSLA Cohort 3 Competitive Grant Program, eligibility requirements, application process, funding, and sub-grantee requirements. This document contains the instructions, application questions, and a list required forms. *Only the organization currently serving as the 21CSLA Center may apply. |
| 21CSLA Cohort 3 Center Renewal Online Application | 21CSLA Cohort 3 Center Renewal Request for Application Online Application *Please complete the 21CSLA Cohort 3 Center application. **Only the organization currently serving as the 21CSLA Center may apply. |
| 21CSLA Cohort 3 Grant Program Announcement Letter | Letter announcing the release of the Cohort 3 RFA. |
| 21CSLA Form A – Intent to Submit an Application | 21CSLA Form A – 21CSLA Intent to Submit an Application Online Form |
| 21CSLA Form B – Activities, Timeline, and Responsibilities (DOCX) | Form B – 21CSLA Activities, Timeline, and Responsible Parties Template |
| 21CSLA Forms C and D – Budget Summary and Detail (XLSX) | Budget Forms C and D: Budget Form C = Proposed Budget Summary Budget Form D = Proposed Budget Detail |
| 21CSLA – Intent to Appeal Award Decision (optional – only use to appeal the final 21CSLA Intent to Award) |
21CSLA Intent to Appeal Award Decision Online Form *This survey link must be completed by 5 p.m. on September 14, 2026, with the required signatures, or the appeal will not be considered. |
Certifications and Assurances
| Document | Description |
|---|---|
| General Assurances & Certifications | Required as a condition of receiving funds. Applicants do not need to sign and return them with the application; they must be downloaded and kept on file for compliance reviews, complaint investigations, or audits. Applicants that participate in the Consolidated Application - ConApp - should have a copy on file and do not need another copy. Program-specific assurances are not included here and should be listed separately on the Request for Application (RFA). |
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