RISE Curriculum Development Demonstration Project
Request for Concept Proposals
Announcing a competition for grant funds for curriculum development projects related to postsecondary career pathways and ABE/ELL Bridge programs.
Download the Request for Concept Proposals
Briefing for potential applicants 4/9/08, 2:00 p.m.
Please RSVP by 4/7/08 to deb.olson@wtcsystem.edu
A briefing, including a question and answer session is scheduled for potential applicants via WisLine on Wednesday, April 9 at 2:00 pm. Please submit your questions about the RFCP in writing by noon on April 7, 2008 to deb.olson@wtcsystem.edu
Useful Links:
- RISE Career Pathways Guidelines – summarizes key information about the RISE Initiative and gives operation descriptions of career pathways
- Occupational Data – An analysis by the Center on Wisconsin Strategy showing occupations that might be suitable for career pathway work based on demand, wages available to new and experienced employees and level of education required.
- Ohio Stackable Certificates, Models for Success – This Ohio study provides a succinct review of program models and innovative practices to helping lower skilled adults earn occupational credentials.
- GROW Regions map – Future RISE projects may be based on GROW regions.
- Joyce Foundation Shifting Gears Initiative – Background on Joyce Foundation program that provides funding for Wisconsin’s RISE initiative.
- Other resources