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Comprehensive Early Literacy Grant (ELG) is sponsored by Colorado Department of Education (CDE). This grant provides funding to Local Education Providers (LEPs) to help all kindergarten through third-grade students become proficient readers. It supports system-wide K-3 literacy programs using evidence-based instruction, assessment, and professional development.
Grant funds can be used for resources that reinforce evidence-based literacy instruction, such as decodable texts and manipulatives for phonological awareness.
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Comprehensive Early Literacy Grant - Colorado Department of Education search-form#clearSearch'> CDE Blank Default Post - When There Are No Closures or Notices search-form#clearSearch'> Comprehensive Early Literacy Grant The Comprehensive ELG Program provides money to local education providers (LEPs) to implement literacy support and intervention instruction programs to help kindergarten through third-grade students achieve reading competency.
The Comprehensive ELG Program is focused on system-wide early literacy efforts and implementing and sustaining scientifically and evidence-based reading instruction. It is designed to improve students’ reading competency by supporting local education providers’ establishment of the essential components of reading instruction into kindergarten through third grade (K-3) teaching structures.
This grant is implemented as a four-year grant cycle. Year 1 of the grant cycle serves as a planning and initial implementation year, followed by three years of operationalizing the grant. Upon completion of the four year cycle, grantees will have the opportunity to apply for an additional one-year Sustainability Grant.
Webinars, Trainings, and Professional Development Implementation Consultant Resources Requests for Applications (RFA) Budget & Fiscal Resources ELG Statutory Requirements and Background Comprehensive Early Literacy Grant Awardees Important Dates (Coming Soon) Literacy Evaluation Tool (Excel) Literacy Evaluation Tool (Google) Grantee Role & Responsibilities Overview Selecting Your Implementation Consultant ELG Assessment and Reporting Guidance for Biliteracy and Exceptional Students 2025/2026 Early Literacy Grant Kick-Off Webinar with Notes (PDF) 2025/2026 ELG MOY Reporting Webinar Benchmark Trend Report Directions (PDF) Implementation Role & Responsibilities Overview Approved list of ELG Implementation Consultants ELG MOY Goal Progress Report ELG IC Monthly Site Visit Reporting Implementation Consultant Update Form Pricing Structure Update Template GAINS (Grants Administration and Navigation System) Recording of GAINS ELG Professional Development Webinar (17:54) Recording of GAINS Comprehensive ELG Application Information Webinar (18:03) Comprehensive ELG Cohort 8 RFA Comprehensive ELG Cohort 7 RFA Comprehensive ELG Cohort 6 RFA ELG Cohort 6 Sustainability RFA Budget Submission/Revision Form Grant Report Submission (For AFR/IFR submissions only) Leadership Transition Plan GAINS (Grants Administration and Navigation System) Recording of GAINS ELG Professional Development Webinar (17:54) Recording of GAINS Comprehensive ELG Application Information Webinar (18:03) DIBELS® 8th Edition and mCLASS Lectura Program Guide DIBELS® 8th Edition and mCLASS Lectura Reporting Guide mCLASS DIBELS 8 Benchmark Goals DIBELS 8 Administration and Scoring Guide mCLASS DIBELS® 8th Edition Progress Planning Tool - Reaching Benchmark mCLASS DIBELS® 8th Edition Progress Planning Tool - Well Below Benchmark 2024/25 - 2027/28 Comprehensive ELG Grantees: Cohort 7 consists of 14 schools from 8 districts across 5 regions of the state 2022/23 - 2025/26 Comprehensive ELG Grantees: Cohort 6 consists of 27 schools from 10 districts across 6 regions of the state 2020/21 - 2023/24 Comprehensive ELG Grantees : Cohort 5 consisted of 32 schools from 11 districts across 4 regions of the state 2018/19 - 2021/22 Comprehensive ELG Grantees: Cohort 4 consisted of 27 schools from 12 districts across 7 regions of the state 2016/17 - 2019/20 Comprehensive ELG Grantees: Cohort 3 consisted of 10 schools from 6 districts across 5 regions of the state 2015/16 - 2018/19 Comprehensive ELG Grantees: Cohort 2 consisted of 19 schools from 14 districts across 6 regions of the state 2012/13 - 2015/16 Comprehensive ELG Grantees : Cohort 1 consisted of 30 schools from 15 districts across 7 regions of the state Colorado Department of Education General Inquiries - Contact CDE
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Colorado Local Education Providers (LEPs), including school districts, Boards of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES), and both district-authorized and Charter School Institute (CSI)-authorized charter schools. LEPs can apply individually or as part of a consortium. Individual non-charter schools must submit applications through an eligible LEP. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows anticipated to range from $140,000 to $160,000, capped at $280,000. Approximately $3,800,000 total funding. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Comprehensive Early Literacy Grant (ELG) are due January 1, 2030. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Comprehensive Early Literacy Grant (ELG) is funded by Colorado Department of Education (CDE). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Colorado. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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