STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
The purpose of the Garrett A. Morgan Technology and Transportation Education Program (GAMTTEP) is to improve the preparation of students, particularly women and minorities, in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through curriculum development and other activities related to transportation.
LEGISLATIVE AUTHORITY
The authority to award a grant for this effort is found in the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient, Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU), Section 5204 (d)(1) (Public Law 109-59, 119 Stat. 1144 (Aug 10, 2005)) which states, “The Secretary shall establish the Garrett A. Morgan Technology and Transportation Education Program to improve the preparation of students, particularly women and minorities, in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through curriculum development and other activities related to transportation. (2) Authorized activities--The Secretary shall award grants under this subsection on the basis of competitive peer review. Grants awarded under this subsection may be used for enhancing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics at the elementary and secondary school level through such means as--(A) internships that offer students experience in the transportation field; (B) programs that allow students to spend time observing scientists and engineers in the transportation field; and (C)
A. FUNDING
Currently, total federal funding in the amount of $1,100,000 is available for up to 11 awards. Note: The Government reserves the right to award less than the anticipated number of awards and less than the estimated amount per grantee.
B. COST SHARING OR MATCHING
Although this program does not require cost sharing or matching, eligible parties are encouraged to contribute resources as well as leverage the resources of partners to achieve more significant outcomes and ensure an institutional financial commitment to the project.
C. NUMBER OF AWARDS ANTICIPATED
FHWA intends to award up to 11 grants as a result of this RFA.
D. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE
The project period for this grant is one year. Projects will be funded for one year without the possibility of automatic renewal.
E. TYPE OF AWARD
Type of Award: Discretionary grants
A. ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS
Local educational agencies (LEAs) and State educational agencies (SEAs) are eligible to apply for these grants. (See Definitions section below for the meaning of a LEA and SEA). Applications will be rejected if they are not received from a LEA or SEA. Applicants must verify in Attachment A that they meet the eligibility requirements. Institutions of higher education, businesses, or other entities may enter into a partnership agreement with a LEA or SEA to assist with program activities.
Link to full application: http://apply07.grants.gov/apply/opportunities/instructions/oppDTFH61-11-RA-00002-cfda20.215-instructions.pdf
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