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GSK Science in the Summer? National Network 2021 - 2022 PROGRAM - REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONSProgram Overview & Goal GSK Science in the Summer? is a free, informal science summer program for children entering grades 2-6. The program is designed to inspire students to become the next generation of scientists and engineers, through hands-on explorations based in real science careers, which may be implemented through in-person or virtual program models. Sponsored by GSK, offered in partnership with The Franklin Institute, and supported by National Girls Collaborative Project, the program seeks to serve children from traditionally underrepresented populations in STEM, including people of color, low socioeconomic status populations, rural communities, and girls. Goals for Children: The goal of GSK Science in the SummerTM is to increase children’s value of and confidence in doing science and pursuing STEM careers, especially for traditionally underrepresented populations in STEM fields including people of color, low socioeconomic status populations, girls, and low-resourced rural and urban communities.Goals For Educators and Informal InstitutionsThe goal for educators is to build confidence and skills to lead high-quality informal STEM programs for youth.The goal for informal institutions is to build capacity to engage traditionally underrepresented populations in STEM fields, leveraging and sustaining partnerships with community-based organizations.BenefitsAccepted applicants are committing to two (2) years of programming and will receive the following benefits for joining the program, including but not limited to: Annual stipend to support program implementation and purchasing of program materialsHigh-quality curriculum, activity guides, and training resourcesProfessional development for participating staff through a series of training webinars Increased capacity to provide science programming to underserved audiencesAccess to a national network of organizations dedicated to providing equitable STEM experiences in the communityOngoing technical support from national program team to deliver GSK Science in the SummerTM Curriculum and Program ModelsCurriculum Model OverviewGSK Science in the SummerTM curriculum aims to highlight real-world science careers while providing children opportunities to think scientifically, practice authentic science techniques, and have fun! Each curriculum introduces four unique careers within a science field and utilizes role-play to help children embody the experience of those scientists. Short videos introduce each science career and its associated activity; written activity guides support children to explore a hands-on science challenge or problem; and a printed lab notebook encourages scientific thinking and reflection. In 2020, the curriculum theme was Be a Chemist; the theme for 2021 is Be an Engineer. The theme for 2022 will be shared in late 2021.In-Person Model OverviewThe in-person program model is characterized by students gathered together to participate in the program, with an educator present to facilitate programming. Accepted applicants offer students between two and four hours of programming, providing all materials necessary to complete the activities. It is strongly preferred that program delivery is conducted with strategic community partnerships to ensure the target audience is reached.Virtual Model OverviewThe virtual program model is characterized by a combination of kits of materials for students to participate in the program at-home and complimentary live virtual events to reflect on the at-home experiences. Participants receive a kit of materials to complete between two and four of the activities on their own. Live virtual events are offered for students to actively reflect on their experiences with educators and other students. It is strongly preferred that program delivery is conducted with strategic community partnerships to ensure the target audience is reached.ExpectationsProgram Implementation Identify two qualified people from your organization who will be responsible for coordinating, reporting on deliverables, recruiting educators, and ensuring the organization is meeting all program expectations.Hire and onboard additional qualified educators by April 1, 2021, as needed, who meet your state’s requirements for working with children.Coordinate programs logistics including materials management, scheduling and promoting programs, coaching and supporting educators, tracking attendance, and ongoing communication with TFI. Offer free programming to target number of children between May 1 - September, 2021 and May 1 - September 1, 2022.Target number of children will vary per site depending on committed annual reach Program model may be virtual or in-personIn-person class ratio recommendation is 1 educator per 20 students (support from teen or adult volunteers is encouraged)Programming must target underrepresented populations including some or all of the following: people of color, low socioeconomic status populations, rural communities, and girlsNational Webinar Series Coordinators and educators from accepted sites must attend the following webinars. DateWebinarWho Should AttendFebruary 24, 2021Orientation WebinarCoordinatorsMarch 10, 2021Expectations WebinarCoordinatorsMarch 24, 2021Coordinator Training WebinarCoordinatorsApril 13 and 14, 2021Curriculum Training Webinar Parts 1 and 2Coordinators and EducatorsMay 5, 2021Collaboration MeetingCoordinators (optional)June 2, 2021Check-in WebinarCoordinatorsJune 14, 2021Collaboration MeetingCoordinators (optional)August 11, 2020Reporting WebinarCoordinatorsReporting & Evaluation Submit a program plan prior to implementing summer programming.Participate in all evaluation efforts including surveys and site visits, and support data collection with partner organizations, educators, and plete final reporting expectations by September 1, 2021.Who Should Apply? The Franklin Institute is accepting applications for two years of commitment (2021-2022) from informal science education organizations such as science museums, science centers, children’s museums, and universities that demonstrate: a strong commitment to serving underrepresented audiences.a strong history of outreach programming and/or community partnerships.a strong commitment and capacity to meet the program goals through summer 2021 and summer 2022 and expectations as outlined above. How to ApplyJoin us for an application webinar on November 18, 2020 at 11:00am Pacific | 2:00pm Eastern. Register to receive connection information. Visit the GSK Science in the SummerTM application website to access the application link. All applications must be submitted by 2 PM PT | 5 PM ET January 12, 2021. Part 1: Organization ProfilePart 2: GSK Science in the SummerTM Implementation ProposalPart 3: Staff InformationAll applicants will be notified of decisions by January 20, 2021.Send all questions to scienceinthesummer@fi.edu. For more information about GSK Science in the SummerTM and the application, visit the GSK Science in the SummerTM application website.2021 PROGRAM - APPLICATION QUESTIONSUse the below application questions to draft your responses. Do not submit the completed application via email. Applications will only be accepted through the application form linked on the application website. PART ONE: Organization ProfileProvide information about your organization’s current reach and capacity to engage underserved audiences. Do not include information about GSK Science in the Summer? programming as part of these answers. Name of Organization: ????Organization Address: ???2020 Operating Budget of Your Organization: ????Current Total Number of Staff at Your Organization:Full-Time: ????Part-Time: ????????Describe how your organization provides programming to underrepresented communities in STEM, including people of color, low socioeconomic status populations, rural communities, and girls (excluding past participation in GSK Science in the Summer?). How many families or youth were you able to engage with this model? Did you partner with another organization to reach families or youth? What is an example of this programming? How is this program funded? (1500 character limit)Briefly describe how your organization has been impacted by Covid-19 including building closures, changes in staffing, and organization priorities. What modifications to programming and outreach have been made to meet the goals of your organization during the COVID-19 closures? What are the current plans for reopening and/or utilizing virtual programming to replace in person outreach? Do you anticipate any additional changes to your staffing and capacity within the next year? Do you plan to host summer programming in person, virtual, or both? (1500 character limit) PART TWO: GSK Science in the SummerTM Implementation Proposal Please provide a proposal for how you will implement GSK Science in the Summer? in 2021. In the past this program has been most successful when applicants partner with organizations in their community that reach youth from underrepresented populations in STEM. Applicants are strongly encouraged to propose a partnership model for program implementation. Why does your institution wish to be a part of the GSK Science in the Summer?? Please explain how this program aligns with the goals and priorities of your institution. (1500 character limit)????Below are the sizes of programs available for application in summer 2021. Please mark which size program you are proposing to implement. Program sizes are not guaranteed. If accepted, The Franklin Institute will confirm your approved program size.???? 400 children per year, $12,500 annual stipend???? 600 children per year, $15,500 annual stipend???? 800 children per year, $18,500 annual stipendDid you participate in GSK Science in the Summer? in 2020? YES - move to a. NO - move to #4If your site is requesting to reach a different number of children than you reached in 2020, please describe why you aim to reach a different number of children in 2021 and how your organization will accommodate this change. (1500 character limit)Describe your method for recruiting underrepresented youth participating in GSK Science in the Summer? (including people of color, low socioeconomic status populations, rural communities, and/or girls). For example, describe any community partners with whom you will work to reach these audiences. (1500 character limit)Describe your program model and how this model will help you meet your proposed target number of children (400, 600, or 800) and prioritize underrepresented communities. For example: your institution plans to partner with other organizations in your community and utilize their educators; your institution plans to partner with other organizations in your community and your institution’s educators will lead the program; your institution plans to host all GSK Science in the SummerTM programming in-house with your own educators; your institution plans to host both in-house programming as well as programming with partner organizations. (3000 character limit)PART THREE: Staff Information Each organization must identify two qualified individuals that will act as Coordinators to manage the GSK Science in the Summer? program. Please provide information and qualifications for the staff who are responsible for these roles. Coordinator Name:Title at Your Organization:Job responsibilities:Email: Best Contact Phone: Qualifications Please explain this person’s qualifications to lead this program.Coordinator Name:Title at Your Organization:Job responsibilities:Email: Best Contact Phone: Qualifications Please explain this person’s qualifications to lead this program.Any educators who will be joining the GSK Science in the Summer? site team are expected to be identified by April 1, 2021 and to attend the Curriculum training webinars on April 13-14, 2021. PART FOUR: 2021 BudgetPlease propose a budget for the stipend associated with the program size you selected above. Budget should be proposed based on one year of programming. We will ask for a 2022 budget at the end of the 2021 program cycle. Recommendations for spending by category are provided. Approved Categories: Coordinators’, other administrator support, and Educator staff time spent working on GSK Science in the SummerTM.Program materials needed to implement the activities as intended (including shipping costs, kit packing materials, printing activity guides, and food for programs).Other miscellaneous costs such as travel, indirect costs, media expenses, and online platform costs, such as a Zoom Webinar account.Restrictions:Funds may not be used to pay for any adult admissions or fees to program events.Funds may not be used to purchase materials unrelated to GSK Science in the SummerTM programming.Funds may not be used to purchase incentives such as gift cards or other items unrelated to program implementation. Funds may not be used to purchase alcohol.Approved CategoryRecommended Percentage of Total Annual StipendBudgeted Spending Per Category ($)JustificationExplain how the funds will be used in detail. For example, percent time of staff over duration of months and types of work they will do. If percentages are outside the recommended range, please explain the rationale below. (1500 character limit)Program Staff Time 40 – 55%Program Materials40-55%Other5 – 10%Total Annual Budget ($):PART FIVE: Responsibility and ApprovalEach organization applying to be involved in GSK Science in the SummerTM 2021-2022 is required, as part of the application process, to complete and sign this agreement related to the proposed implementation plans and responsibilities. Each proposed coordinator, as well as an authorizing official such as your department’s Vice President or higher, must sign the proposal. Please complete the blanks below.The Coordinators will:Respond in a timely manner to all communications from The Franklin Institute.Attend all required training plete and send requested documents to The Franklin Institute such as the Site Contract.Manage and maintain a Site Profile (online calendar and planning tool).Recruit partner organizations that meet criteria outlined by the project.Schedule programming with partner organizations and/or within your own organization.Coordinate materials ordering, delivery, kit packing, and ongoing materials management.Coordinate promotion of program.Identify internal or external educators to conduct programming with children and ensure educators meet state background requirements. Coordinators may also act as educators for the program.Ensure educators are delivering high-quality programming that aligns with program expectations. Build/maintain relationships with partner organizations that receive GSK Science in the Summer?. Coordinate site visits with external plete all evaluation and reporting expectations.By signing below, we understand we are committing to aforementioned expectations and proposed program implementation, if accepted:Coordinator Name: ?????Coordinator Name: ?????Authorizing Official Name & Title: ????? ................
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