Section 281.16.5. Applications for funding.

All applications shall be submitted on forms provided by the department, and shall address the requirements found in rules 281—16.3(256C), 281—16.4(256C), and 281—16.13(256C). Applicants shall submit a plan describing how they will fully meet the program standards within one year of the funding award. Points shall be awarded based on the applicant’s provision of the following information:

        1.            Preschool program summary;

        2.            Research documentation;

        3.            Identification and documentation of local population;

        4.            Needs assessment of local programs providing services;

        5.            Evidence of collaboration with local agencies to provide comprehensive services; and

        6.            Letters of community support.

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