This grant is for the purpose of establishing the Science and Mathematics Model Schools Program in Egypt. This initiative aims to introduce advanced STEM education by creating three to five specialized public secondary schools. These schools will prepare students and teachers with advanced skills, fostering collaboration with U.S. STEM institutions and expanding educational networks between Egypt and the U.S. As centers of excellence, they will raise public awareness of specialized STEM education and contribute to workforce development. This prepares gifted students for higher education and a proficient science-based workforce, supporting economic growth through research and development.
Opportunity ID: 139153
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RFA-263-12-000020 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Science and Mathematics Model Schools Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | The Science and Mathematics Model schools program will introduce advanced science and mathematics ed |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 23, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 22, 2012 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 05, 2012 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 26, 2012 CLOSE DATE IS EXTENDED |
| Archive Date: | Apr 04, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $8,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applicants must be non-governmental entities of U.S. nationality, otherwise there is no restriction. U.S. entities such as non-profit organizations, profit making concerns, faith-based and community organizations, educational institutions, etc. are eligible to apply. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Egypt USAID-Cairo |
| Description: | The Science and Mathematics Model schools program will introduce advanced science and mathematics education to Egyptian students by creating three to five science- and math-focused public secondary (high) schools in targeted governorates. These schools will: prepare a cohort of students and teachers with specialized skills; reinforce collaboration with U.S. STEM schools and universities; expand utilization of appropriate networks between Egypt and the U.S.; and raise awareness of specialized science and mathematics education among the public. As centers of excellence, these schools will contribute to workforce development by focusing on specific science and mathematics fields, allowing a diverse group of gifted students to progress into higher education and preparing them to be proficient workers, capable of dealing with the demands of a science-based workforce and continue the research and development that is central to the economic growth of the country. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Sherine Gerguis
A&A Specialist Phone 202-25226925 Email:sgerguis@usaid.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Add amendment 2 to RFA | Feb 22, 2012 | |
| CLOSE DATE IS EXTENDED | Feb 22, 2012 | |
| add CFDA # | Feb 15, 2012 | |
| Feb 15, 2012 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RFA-263-12-000020 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Science and Mathematics Model Schools Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | The Science and Mathematics Model schools program will introduce advanced science and mathematics ed |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 23, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 22, 2012 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 05, 2012 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 26, 2012 CLOSE DATE IS EXTENDED |
| Archive Date: | Apr 04, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $8,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applicants must be non-governmental entities of U.S. nationality, otherwise there is no restriction. U.S. entities such as non-profit organizations, profit making concerns, faith-based and community organizations, educational institutions, etc. are eligible to apply. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Egypt USAID-Cairo |
| Description: | The Science and Mathematics Model schools program will introduce advanced science and mathematics education to Egyptian students by creating three to five science- and math-focused public secondary (high) schools in targeted governorates. These schools will: prepare a cohort of students and teachers with specialized skills; reinforce collaboration with U.S. STEM schools and universities; expand utilization of appropriate networks between Egypt and the U.S.; and raise awareness of specialized science and mathematics education among the public. As centers of excellence, these schools will contribute to workforce development by focusing on specific science and mathematics fields, allowing a diverse group of gifted students to progress into higher education and preparing them to be proficient workers, capable of dealing with the demands of a science-based workforce and continue the research and development that is central to the economic growth of the country. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Sherine Gerguis
A&A Specialist Phone 202-25226925 Email:sgerguis@usaid.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RFA-263-12-000020 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Science and Mathematics Model Schools Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 22, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 26, 2012 CLOSE DATE IS EXTENDED |
| Archive Date: | Apr 04, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $8,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applicants must be non-governmental entities of U.S. nationality, otherwise there is no restriction. U.S. entities such as non-profit organizations, profit making concerns, faith-based and community organizations, educational institutions, etc. are eligible to apply. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Egypt USAID-Cairo |
| Description: | The Science and Mathematics Model schools program will introduce advanced science and mathematics education to Egyptian students by creating three to five science- and math-focused public secondary (high) schools in targeted governorates. These schools will: prepare a cohort of students and teachers with specialized skills; reinforce collaboration with U.S. STEM schools and universities; expand utilization of appropriate networks between Egypt and the U.S.; and raise awareness of specialized science and mathematics education among the public. As centers of excellence, these schools will contribute to workforce development by focusing on specific science and mathematics fields, allowing a diverse group of gifted students to progress into higher education and preparing them to be proficient workers, capable of dealing with the demands of a science-based workforce and continue the research and development that is central to the economic growth of the country. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Sherine Gerguis
A&A Specialist Phone 202-25226925 Email:sgerguis@usaid.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RFA-263-12-000020 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Science and Mathematics Model Schools Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 15, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 05, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 04, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $8,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applicants must be non-governmental entities of U.S. nationality, otherwise there is no restriction. U.S. entities such as non-profit organizations, profit making concerns, faith-based and community organizations, educational institutions, etc. are eligible to apply. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Egypt USAID-Cairo |
| Description: | The Science and Mathematics Model schools program will introduce advanced science and mathematics education to Egyptian students by creating three to five science- and math-focused public secondary (high) schools in targeted governorates. These schools will: prepare a cohort of students and teachers with specialized skills; reinforce collaboration with U.S. STEM schools and universities; expand utilization of appropriate networks between Egypt and the U.S.; and raise awareness of specialized science and mathematics education among the public. As centers of excellence, these schools will contribute to workforce development by focusing on specific science and mathematics fields, allowing a diverse group of gifted students to progress into higher education and preparing them to be proficient workers, capable of dealing with the demands of a science-based workforce and continue the research and development that is central to the economic growth of the country. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Sherine Gerguis
A&A Specialist Phone 202-25226925 Email:sgerguis@usaid.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RFA-263-12-000020 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Science and Mathematics Model Schools Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | — |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 15, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 05, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 04, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $8,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applicants must be non-governmental entities of U.S. nationality, otherwise there is no restriction. U.S. entities such as non-profit organizations, profit making concerns, faith-based and community organizations, educational institutions, etc. are eligible to apply. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Egypt USAID-Cairo |
| Description: | The Science and Mathematics Model schools program will introduce advanced science and mathematics education to Egyptian students by creating three to five science- and math-focused public secondary (high) schools in targeted governorates. These schools will: prepare a cohort of students and teachers with specialized skills; reinforce collaboration with U.S. STEM schools and universities; expand utilization of appropriate networks between Egypt and the U.S.; and raise awareness of specialized science and mathematics education among the public. As centers of excellence, these schools will contribute to workforce development by focusing on specific science and mathematics fields, allowing a diverse group of gifted students to progress into higher education and preparing them to be proficient workers, capable of dealing with the demands of a science-based workforce and continue the research and development that is central to the economic growth of the country. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Sherine Gerguis
A&A Specialist Phone 202-25226925 Email:sgerguis@usaid.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 139153 Full Announcement-1 -> rfa-263-12-00020.pdf
Folder 139153 Other Supporting Documents-RFA AMENDMENT 1 1 -> available blanket waivers.pdf
Folder 139153 Other Supporting Documents-RFA AMENDMENT 1 1 -> lcp.pdf
Folder 139153 Other Supporting Documents-RFA AMENDMENT 1 1 -> rfa amendment 01.pdf
Folder 139153 Other Supporting Documents-amendment 2 1 -> rfa amendment 02.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Sherine Gerguis A&A Specialist Phone 202-25226925 Email: sgerguis@usaid.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PKG00092670 | Jan 23, 2012 | Mar 05, 2012 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
139153 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
139153 SF424D-1.1.pdf
139153 SF424C-1.0.pdf
139153 SF424B-1.1.pdf
139153 SF424A-1.0.pdf
Optional forms
139153 FaithBased_SurveyOnEEO-1.2.pdf
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