Proposals and Grants
If you have an idea for a program that might benefit the children attending our public schools, we’d love to hear from you. You can download an FLITE GrantApplication2.11.11 here which will be used to describe your program, or you can request assistance by contacting us by phone or e-mail. Our Proposal Review and Evaluation Committee will be in touch with you and will assign a member of our committee to assist you in completing and presenting your application for a grant.
The Proposal Review and Evaluation Committee meets monthly to consider proposals for program grants. Please remember that your application will be judged on how well your program meets the FLITE mission of helping public school district students realize their full potential. We will consider how the program will be implemented, the program’s impact on the District and its students, how it can be evaluated in terms of its effectiveness, and whether your program budget can best be met by available FLITE funds.
For assistance or questions, please call us at 610-240-1860 or send an e-mail to Kathy Lieb, the Program Grants Chair, at KCL53@aol.com. You can also write to FLITE at info@FLITE-pa.org.
Forms For Programs and Grants:
New programs for 2011/2012:
College Prep Program
Renewed programs for 2011/2012:
Bookmark Art Program
CHS Graphing Calculators (using inventory)
Computers for Kids
After School Support Club (5 elementary and 2 middle schools)
ESL Broadway Trip
Preschool Initiative
Music In Our Schools
Summer Reading Support Program (expected)
Summer Leadership Programs (expected)
Approved programs include:
SAT Prep Software – Provide an on-line SAT prep course to all CHS students through Naviance log-in. Allows all students to access a test preparation course for SAT tests. (1st approved: spring 2009)
Broadway For ESL Students - Provide transportation to English as Second Language students to Broadway in New York City. The experience will allow CHS students from around the globe to increase their English Language proficiency and have an authentic American experience. They will learn to navigate and work as a unit during a collaborative workshop. (1st approved: winter 2010)
Spark The Wave – is an intensive 6 day long program of leadership development, community service and team building activities offered at Villanova University. FLITE scholarship participants are academically motivated students who have been active in school clubs and sports and have demonstrated a civic and community sense of responsibility. These students will devote a week of their summer vacation developing leadership skills, self confidence, self discipline and team work. This experience will encourage our students to be more motivated, better role models and future leaders at Conestoga and in our community. (1st approved: spring 2010)
Summer Reading Book at CHS - The FLITE Club at Conestoga High School sold copies of the required summer reading book, “the curious incident of the dog in the night-time” by Mark Haddon. This event provided students with financial need, free copies so they can satisfy the summer assignment. In addition, this book sale provided a service to all students by offering the book at a $2.00 discount on the retail price with the added benefit of increasing awareness of FLITE. (1st approved: spring 2010)
Bookmark Art Program – Each school runs a bookmark contest through the arts program centered around FLITE and education. A winner is selected at each school and the bookmarks are printed and distributed in the local area. The students are recognized at the January School Board Meeting. (1st approved: fall 2007)
BUCKS Program (Better Understanding of Cash for Kids) – Some CHS students are lacking general financial knowledge needed to make good decisions related to money. With the help of TD Bank, a program of six sessions is designed that simulates day to day living and budgeting. FLITE is supporting the transportation of the students for these sessions. (1st approved: fall 2008)
CHS Graphing Calculators – Conestoga High School students are required to take three years of high school math and all the classes require a graphing calculator. The recommended calculator is a TI 83/84 graphing calculator. FLITE is providing CHS with graphing calculators to loan to selected students during their high school years. (1st approved: summer 2008)
College Prep Workshop – Workshops to help selected students with additional information, guidance and hands-on advice regarding the college application and financial aid processes. These are supplemental to the activities currently provided by the CHS Guidance Department. (1st approved: late winter 2008)
Computers for Kids – Having a computer at home is as important these days as having a pencil and paper. To help families who are unable to afford the purchase of a computer, FLITE will partner with T&E Care to help provide computers, printers, and related supplies to these families. (1st approved: fall 2008)
Paoli Library Summer Safari – The Paoli Library runs a summer reading enrichment program that provides hands-on learning incentives to keep children reading throughout the summer. FLITE is providing the cost for one of the summer program field trips to the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia. (1st approved: spring 2008)
Parent Engagement Component in the Elementary After School Club – Supplements and enhances the T/E Elementary After School Club by proving parents an opportunity to learn strategies for helping their students use the skills they learn in school. (1st approved: fall 2008)
Homework Oasis – Homework Oasis is an after-school homework club at Valley Forge Middle School that will be staffed by VFMS teachers. It will begin in September, 2006, and runs 4 afternoons/week. The intent is to provide a quiet, nurturing place for students to complete class assignments and projects and to study for tests, particularly those children who don’t have a good opportunity to get help at home. Students are admitted by recommendation of their guidance counselors, and will be given academic help, snacks and transportation home. FLITE has committed to cover the cost of transportation. Stated Andy Mullen, VFMS counselor, in October 2007, “Homework Oasis is already making a difference. Our students are completing more homework and performing better in school. They like how it feels to do well, and the positive momentum is taking hold.” (1st approved: summer 2006)
TEMS Homework Club – The mission of this club is to provide students with a quiet and supportive environment to complete homework, work on projects and study for tests. TEMS staff and volunteer tutors work with the students in this program. FLITE is supporting this program by covering the costs of transportation for eligible students in the Homework Club. (1st approved: fall 2006)
Elementary After School Club – The T/E After-School Club is an after-school program staffed by district teachers and aides, and a social skills mentor. The mission is to identify and invite students in grades two through four to participate in a program designed to provide general academic assistance, homework help, recreation, social interaction, and mentorship for every-day living. Students will be invited to participate based on administrative recommendation, with emphasis on those who have circumstances that create barriers to their ability to experience the full benefit of education in the T/E School District. The program began in the fall of 2006, and runs four afternoons/week at each of the five elementary buildings. FLITE has committed to cover transportation and some of the staffing costs. (1st approved: fall 2006)
Preschool Initiative – FLITE has partnered with the Upper Main Line YMCA and other area preschools to help provide preschool opportunities to children in the area who might not otherwise have the chance to attend preschool. (1st approved: spring 2007)
Music In Our Schools – Participation in the band and/or orchestra is a big part of the school experience for many district children. These music programs begin as early as 3rd grade and continue through the high school. In order for a child to participate in the band or orchestra, access to a musical instrument is critical. FLITE is providing the funds to cover rental costs for selected students who are unable to access the instruments on their own. (1st approved: fall 2006)
Summer Reading Support Program – This program involves a partnership with Delaware Valley Friends School, FLITE and the T/E School District. The program, held at DVFS, provides scholarships for T/E District middle school students who need additional help with reading skills. (1st approved: spring 2007)
Summer Reading Books – FLITE is supporting the middle school staff and FLITE Club at the high school by providing funds to supplement the purchase of books for the summer reading requirements. Each student that needs books will be able to own their own copies. Some books will be collected and recycled from students each year. (1st approved: spring 2008)
The 2006/2007 school year and 2007 summer programs supported by FLITE were quite successful. Read some quotes from students, staff, and parents that reflect thoughts on those programs.