Request for Applications
21st Century California School Leadership Academy, Cohort 3, Fiscal Year 2026-27
Projected Funding Profile: No due date information is available.
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 (Coming Soon) (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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