Request for Applications
21st Century California School Leadership Academy
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: Angie Ford, email: 21CSLA@cde.ca.gov, phone: 916-319-0780
Downloading Questions: Joy Kessel, Educator Excellence and Equity Division, email: jkessel@cde.ca.gov, phone: 916-319-0600
Request for Applications (RFA) Webinar
The Request for Applications webinar
(Video; 38:24) took place on Friday, January 24, 2020, providing an overview of the RFA and the application process.
Budget Revisions
Please provide Budget Revisions for years 2 and 3 (year 1 is optional). This submission portal is now closed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions regarding the 21CSLA RFA
| Document | Description |
|---|---|
| Request for Applications (DOCX) |
Complete description of the 21CSLA Competitive Grant Program, eligibility requirements, application process, funding, and sub-grantee requirements. This document contains the instructions, application, and required forms. |
| Errata | Provides corrections regarding selection requirements and the timeline. |
| 21CSLA Form A | Form A – 21CSLA Intent to Submit an Application Online Form (Closed on February 11, 2020) |
| 21CSLA Form B-1 | Form B-1 – 21CSLA Center Online Application (Closed at 4 p.m. on March 3, 2020) |
| 21CSLA Form B-2 | Form B-2 – 21CSLA Regional Academy Online Application (Closed at 4 p.m. on March 3, 2020) |
| 21CSLA Form C (PDF) | Form C – 21CSLA Statement of Assurances |
| 21CSLA Form D (DOCX) | Form D – 21CSLA Activities, Timeline, and Responsible Parties Template |
| 21CSLA Budget Forms E and F (XLSX) | Budget Form E: Proposed Budget Summary Budget Form F: Proposed Budget Narrative |
Certifications and Assurances
| Document | Description |
|---|---|
| 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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