Agenda packet — Rancho Cordova City Council, April 28, 2026 (part 5 of 8)

1 - Project/Program Information Note: You can add a collaborator to this form to assist you in completing this application! A collaborator can help you complete this form by filling in fields for you, although only you can submit this form. You can add a collaborator by navigating to the top of the form and clicking on the 'Manage Collaborators' button. Simply enter their email address and click 'invite' to invite them as a collaborator. If you need further assistance, you may consult this Help article for more information.

Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

FCUSD Mitchell Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) Incentives Which category does
your Project/Program
align with?
Youth Programs & Services
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
As a site we work collaboratively to ensure a positive climate for our students, built with routines, systems, and incentives. Our goal is to continue to increase the number of incentives and opportunities for students to be celebrated.

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Provide a
Project/Program
Description
Increase tangible rewards:

School-brand merchandise: (t-shirts, stickers, water bottles, etc.) - school-branded items promote school pride and sense of belonging, making students feel more connected to their community. When students earn and then wear these items, it reinforces positive behavior by associating it with visible reward, and also sends a positive message to other students.

Student 5 Star Mitchell Store (a variety of appealing items: pencils, fidgets, keychains, snacks etc.) -Tangible and motivating reinforcement system for Mitchell behavior expectations (3Bs), students earn tickets for displaying positive behaviors that align with Mitchell 3Bs and then exchange them for items. Promotes goal setting, delayed gratification, teaches cause and effect, reinforces the idea that positive choice leads to positive outcome.

CICO (Check-in and Check-out) rewards- targeted PBIS intervention designed to provide daily positive reinforcement for students who need extra support in meeting their behavioral or academic goals.

Behavior Academies incentives -tiered, group interventions that help students develop skills in the area of Social Emotional Learning. Incentives offered during these structured groups help with engagement, motivation to attend, and reinforcement of learned skills.

SEL survey incentives- These surveys provide critical data on student well being, school climate, and shape interventions, and supports needed on campus. Unfortunately, many students either avoid completing them or don’t take them seriously leading to inaccurate or incomplete data. Offering incentives can significantly improve participation and quality of responses.

Monthly Mental Health Awareness tables incentives- providing dedicated space for students to learn about mental health, normalize mental health conversations, raise awareness of mental health struggles among youth, provide resources and teach positive coping strategies.

Experiential Rewards and Events:

Assemblies and Guest Speakers- This program reinforces positive behavior through role models, motivational speakers, and SEL learning strategies practiced in a large group setting. Additionally this program fosters a sense of community and belonging.

Annual field trips per grade level-Once per year field trips for 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. Examples: roller rink, sunsplash, movie theatre etc. This incentive program encourages students to remain engaged, responsible, and goal oriented while reinforcing positive choices.

Engagement Materials:

School wide posters-consistent visual reinforcement of PBIS expectations, which helps maintain a school-wide culture of positivity and reinforces expectations in a non punitive way.

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Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Mitchell Administrative Team
Mitchell Attendance Team
Mitchell Climate Team
Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
Recognize and reward positive behaviors through the 5 Star Mitchell Store, a student store where students can redeem their PBIS tickets for a reward item.

Recognize attendance growth - Short term rewards after SART meetings and Long term rewards. LED Lights, water bottles, snacks, meal vouchers.

Proactive Incentives for attendance: Small and large class size attendance competitions (Donut/Bagel Party).

Check in Check Out program: Small group of students and staff members that are working to build connectedness one on one.

Incentives for completing check ins.

Climate and culture - Marauder breakfast for marauders of the semester. Hygiene and personal items (Tooth paste, deodorant, shampoo, brushes, gel, laundry detergent, etc.) to supplement the kindness closet.

Class t-shirts to create connectedness at pep rallies. More planned activities such as staff versus students volleyball game, egg spoon race, mini games to encourage school morale.

Optional File Upload:

Provide any
additional records to
supplement your
program/project
application. Note:

Combine multiple
files in one pdf
before uploading.
2 - Funding & Costs
Funding Request -
Complete this
section with total
dollar amounts for
your
project/program's
costs
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the City of Rancho Cordova. If your project/program is awarded, the costs identified below would be reviewed and potentially open to modification during a contracting phase (if a grant is awarded by the City Council). If awarded, grant funds are not available until a contract is executed during Fiscal Year 2026-2027.

Total project/program
cost*
20000
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
20000
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Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
5000
What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of any miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
15000
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

Copy_of_Mitchell_MS_2026-2027_Measure_H_Grant_Application_Word.docx.pdf Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
No, not seeking any other funding support.

Please explain why
you are not seeking
any other funding
support for your
project/program.

Mitchell Middle School consistently uses all available district and site funds, but these sources cannot support a comprehensive PBIS incentive program. School budgets and state/federal funds are restricted to academic or operational needs and cannot be used for rewards, student merchandise, raffles, or field trip incentives.

PTSO and donations help on a small scale but are inconsistent and cannot reliably fund schoolwide rewards for all students.

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Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2026/2027, if
applicable.

N/A
Do you have
volunteer or in-kind
support for your
project? This could
include volunteers for
an activity/event that
is ongoing or a onetime experience.

No
Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for
multiple years?
Single Year
Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
Yes
How many years has
your project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund?
1 How much funding
has your organization
received from the
Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
through our
traditional grants (not
including
microgrants)?
20,000
3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2026 through June 2027. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
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Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2026
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2027
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
PBIS is on-going every school year and follows the Folsom Cordova school calendar. Beginning in August
2026 through May 2027. Subsequent years would be August 2027 – May 2028, August 2028 – May 2029,
etc.

What challenges do
you anticipate in your
project/program's
implementation?
What is your plan to
complete your
project/program
should those or other
challenges arise?
N/A
How many individuals
does your
project/program
serve?
737 students of Mitchell Middle School
How many Rancho
Cordova residents
does your
project/program
serve?
737 Middle School Students
4 - Project/Program Location
Address Verification If you need to check if your project is in Rancho Cordova, type in your program/project's location in the Assessor Parcel Viewer:
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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
(12:00 p.m.) on
March 6, 2026, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Please note that projects or programs that are proposed on property owned or operated by outside agencies or a private party will require coordination with and potentially approvals from outside agencies, organizations, and/or the private party. Include whether you have received a letter of support for the project/program from the property owner. Upload any letters of support with your application. City staff will verify third-party permits have been discussed. In your planning discussions, be sure to discuss any necessary insurance or volunteer requirements that may increase budget costs. School Sites If your project/program is intended to operate at a public K-12 school site, your application is due by March 6 at Noon (12:00 p.m.). City staff will work with the school districts to confirm an endorsement for your project/program. It’s the applicant’s responsibility to communicate with school site and district representatives before applying so there is clarity during the endorsement process. Districts will only consider endorsement for applications submitted to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund by the March 6 at Noon (12:00 p.m.). deadline. Each participating school superintendent reserves the right to withhold their endorsement of a project/program. Parks If your project/program is intended to operate at a park or community center site, your application is due by the March 6 at Noon (12:00 p.m.). deadline. City staff will work with the Cordova Recreation & Park District to confirm an endorsement for your project/program. It’s the applicant’s responsibility to communicate with district representatives before applying so there is clarity during the endorsement process. A special use permit application is required for any program or event planned at a CRPD facility. The special use application can be found at the CRPD website:
https://www.cordovarpd.gov/. CRPD will only consider endorsement for applications submitted to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund by the March 6 at Noon (12:00 p.m.). deadline. The Cordova Recreation & Park District reserves the right to withhold their endorsement of a project/program. Below is the list of staff to communicate with at school and park organizations: Folsom Cordova Unified School District:
[email protected] Cordova Recreation & Park District:
[email protected] Elk Grove Unified School District:
[email protected] Sacramento City Unified School District: Tuan[email protected] for Winn and Carver and [email protected] for Lincoln.

Primary street
address of
project/program
10439 Coloma Road, Rancho Cordova CA 95670
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Rancho Cordova
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95670
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If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.

N/A
Third Party Letters of
Support (Note:

Combine multiple
files in one pdf
before uploading)
Does your
project/program
involve one of
Rancho Cordova's
school districts?
Yes
Is the
project/program
requesting facility
use only or is this a
request to partner
with the school
district?
Partner with school on project/program
Please select all the
school districts which
your project/program
intends to involve:

Folsom Cordova USD
Please select one or
more of the Folsom
Cordova Unified
School District
school facilities
which your
project/program will
involve:

Mitchell Middle School
Have you reached
out to a contact at
the school(s) you
indicated above?
Yes
Please provide the
names of your
contacts at the
school(s) or
district(s) who are
familiar with your
project/program.

Stephanie Cecil-Spaulding
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Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Mina
West
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Administrative Assistant - Communications and Community Engagement Provide contact
phone number:
+
Provide contact
email:
[email protected]
Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
If your
project/program was
awarded the
requested funds, are
you authorized to
sign the contract for
your organization?
No, someone else would sign the contract
If selected by the
City Council to
receive an award,
what is the name of
the person at your
organization who
would sign the
contract?
Sean
Martin
What is the title of
this individual?
Assistant Superintendent Business Services
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What is the best
phone number where
we could contact the
signatory?
+
What is the best
email address to
contact the
signatory?
[email protected]
By checking here, I
confirm that I am
aware that my
application materials
will become public
record.
checked
Thank you for applying to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Grant Cycle. Applicants will receive an automated response through the grant portal. Community Enhancement & Investment Fund (CEIF) Staff will follow up with any questions regarding your Fiscal Year 2026-2027 application. For information about the next steps in the CEIF grant process, visit our website for more information. It is anticipated that applications will be reviewed by the City Council starting in April 2026 with adoption in June 2026. Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

Internal Form
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2026/2027 GRANT APPLICATION

COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT & INVESTMENT FUND
To be Completed and returned to Mina West at
[email protected]
Must be received by February 23, 2026

Project Name Assign a project name to your project/program.

FCUSD Mitchell Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) Incentives - Year 2

Project Synopsis In 50 words or less, please describe the project.

As a site we work collaboratively to ensure a positive climate for our students, built with routines, systems, and incentives. Our goal is to continue to increase the number of incentives and opportunities for students to be celebrated.

Project Description Describe the project in detail and how it benefits the community based on the City’s Community Enhancement & Investment Fund guidelines and selection criteria. If you need more room to answer the question, please attach a separate document to your application.

Increase tangible rewards:

CICO (Check-in and Check-out) rewards- targeted PBIS intervention designed to provide daily positive reinforcement for students who need extra support in meeting their behavioral or academic goals.

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Experiential Rewards and Events:

Engagement Materials:

School wide posters-consistent visual reinforcement of PBIS expectations, which helps maintain a school-wide culture of positivity and reinforces expectations in a non punitive way.

Project Team Individuals or organizations responsible for the development and delivery of the project. ● Mitchell Administrative Team
● Mitchell Attendance Team
● Mitchell Climate Team

Project Goals List goals, and outline metrics by which progress in reaching goals can be measured and the project team’s efforts can be focused.
● Recognize and reward positive behaviors through the 5 Star Mitchell Store, a student store where students can redeem their PBIS tickets for a reward item.
● Recognize attendance growth - Short term rewards after SART meetings and Long term rewards. LED Lights, water bottles, snacks, meal vouchers.
● Proactive Incentives for attendance: Small and large class size attendance competitions (Donut/Bagel Party). ● Check in Check Out program: Small group of students and staff members that are working to build connectedness one on one. Incentives for completing check ins. ● Climate and culture - Marauder breakfast for marauders of the semester. Hygiene and personal items (Tooth paste, deodorant, shampoo, brushes, gel, laundry detergent, etc.) to supplement the kindness closet. ● Class t-shirts to create connectedness at pep rallies. More planned activities such as staff versus students volleyball game, egg spoon race, mini games to encourage school morale.

Funding Request Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs.

The funds are intended for Community Enhancement & Investment.

Total project cost: $20,000 for 2026-2027
Estimated breakdown of project expenditures:
● $15,000 Student rewards and incentives including but not limited to prizes, and store-bought or branded materials such as water bottles, tshirts, stickers, etc. ● $5,000 Experiential learning opportunities and field trips 2 ITEM 3.1. ATTACHMENT 4

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● Total = $20,000
Matching funds (including any in-kind contributions): None Include any other funding contributions including your own: None Ongoing (beyond FY 2025/2026) operations and maintenance costs if applicable: N/A Total Community Enhancement & Investment Funds requested: $20,000 Is this a multiyear request? Yes ☐ No If yes, number of years:

If you answered yes above, describe your sustainability plan and whether the project is viable as a single year request.

How many years have you received funding for this project? 1 year When will your request for funding sunset for ongoing programs? Do you plan to ask annually for funding? Yes
What other funding will you seek to support your project? PTSO, SCOE CARE Funds, and Supplemental Site Funds Project Schedule Project timeline and anticipated start and completion date. (If this is a multiyear request, please indicate that in both the funding request and the project schedule.) Funding does not become available until July 1.

Funding typically ends June 30 of the following year.

Projected to start on July 1, 2026 and on-going throughout the academic school year.

Timeliness In addition to providing the project timeline identified above, describe how you will be able to complete your project by June 30, 2026. Please note, if selected for funding, you will be required to submit a narrative Outcomes Report and a financial Use of Funds Report at least two times during the grant period.

We currently have some incentives in place, the goal is to increase the number of incentives, monitor, and collect data.

Project Location Please note that projects or programs that are proposed on property owned or operated by outside agencies or a private party will require the coordination with and potentially approvals from outside agencies, organizations, and/or the private party.

W.E. Mitchell Middle School
2100 Zinfandel Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
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Physical Address:

Have you received a letter of support for the project from the property owner? Yes ☐ No N/A x If yes, submit the letter of support with your application.

If your project/program is intended to operate or take place at a public K-12 school site or a park/park facility, instead of a support letter you must request the endorsement of the entity using the appropriate Supplemental Endorsement Form.

School District (if applicable, check all that apply): EGUSD ☐ FCUSD SCUSD ☐ Other ☐ By the application deadline, the City of Rancho Cordova must also receive the Supplemental Endorsement Form that’s been signed and dated by the corresponding school superintendent for the application to be considered a complete submittal. It’s the applicant’s responsibility to ask for the endorsement in the time allotted. You will be asked to share if you have contacted school staff and to provide the name(s) of your contact(s). Each participating school superintendent reserves the right to withhold their endorsement of a project/program. Refer to the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 Supplemental Endorsement Form for more information and important deadlines.

Cordova Recreation & Park District
If your project/program is intended to operate or take place at a park/park facility, instead of a support letter, you must request the endorsement of the Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) using the Supplemental Endorsement Form. It’s the applicant’s responsibility to ask for the endorsement in the time allotted. The CRPD representative reserves the right to withhold their endorsement of a project/program. Refer to the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 Supplemental Endorsement Form for more information and important deadlines.

Application Submitted by
Name: Sandra Garcia
Title: Principal
Email: [email protected]
Organization’s Legal Name (if applicable): W.E. Mitchell Middle School Mailing Address: W.E. Mitchell Middle School, 2100 Zinfandel Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 9567 Signatory If the applicant’s project or program is selected for funding, list who will be the signatory of the funding agreement.

Signatory’s Name:
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Title: Superintendent
P
Email:

Mailing Address: 1965 Birkmont Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA 95742 Public Record Unless otherwise exempt under applicable law, applications and application materials are public records.

All information received from an applicant, whether received in connection with a grant application or in connection with any grant-funded activities performed are subject to disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, unless otherwise exempt.
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City of Rancho Cordova Powered by Submittable
Title Outdoor STEAM Discovery
Initiative for Rancho Cordova
Elementary Schools (TK–5)
by Mina West in Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Community Enhancement & Investment Fund
Grant Application
1965 Birkmont Drive
Rancho Cordova, California
95742
CA
United States
[email protected]
03/05/2026
id. 53403132
Original Submission 03/05/2026
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Thank you for your interest in applying to the City of Rancho Cordova's Community Enhancement & Investment Fund. Applications are open from February 9, 2026, to March 13, 2026, Noon (12:00 p.m.) with a specific deadline of March 6th Noon (12:00 p.m.) for certain applications**. Before you begin, please read the notes about deadlines and certain types of grant applications/grants below. **School/Park Application Deadline **Note that projects or programs involving a park or school district have a deadline of March 6 Noon (12:00 p.m.) to allow for the third-party endorsement process by the grant deadline.** A Note about Religious Schools and the Application/Grant Process **Note for grant applications from religious schools. The United States Supreme Court has recently ruled in part that:
“denying a generally available benefit [from government] solely on account of religious identity imposes a penalty on the free exercise of religion that can be justified only by a state interest of the highest order.” The City is of the opinion that not all grants to religious schools are prohibited under this and other similar rulings. However, these United States Supreme Court decisions remain in conflict with a section of the California State Constitution that says: “[n]either the Legislature, nor any county, city and county, township, school district, or other municipal corporation, shall ever make an appropriation, or pay from any public fund whatever, or grant anything to or in aid of any religious sect, church, creed, or sectarian purpose, or help to support or sustain any school, college, university, hospital, or other institution controlled by any religious creed, church, or sectarian denomination whatever; nor shall any grant or donation of personal property or real estate ever be made by the state, or any city, city and county, town, or other municipal corporation for any religious creed, church, or sectarian purpose whatever”. The City will accept applications for grants of these City public funds from religious schools, but will have language in the grant agreements to address the possibility and consequences of legal challenges and new court decisions on this and related topics. ** Future Grant Opportunities If you are interested in remaining up-to-date on available grants from the City of Rancho Cordova, click here to sign up for the Grants Interest List. A separate call for programming opportunities with the Rancho Cordova Youth Center is anticipated later in 2026. The list is also used to advertise separate art programs when funds are available. Ongoing Grant Opportunity The City of Rancho Cordova offers a microgrant opportunity. Learn more about those grants online.

Is this your first time
applying for grant
funding from the City
of Rancho Cordova?
As a first-time
applicant, Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
(CEIF) staff will
contact you to
discuss your project
and grant application
process.

No: Not a First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Outdoor STEAM Discovery Initiative for Rancho Cordova Elementary Schools (TK–5)
Which category does
your Project/Program
align with?
Youth Programs & Services
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
The Outdoor STEAM Discovery Initiative provides hands-on, standardsaligned field trips and in-school STEAM programs for TK–5 students in Rancho Cordova. The program expands equitable access to high-quality science, technology, engineering, arts, and math experiences that increase student engagement, academic achievement, and long-term interest in STEAM careers.

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Provide a
Project/Program
Description
Through the generosity of the City of Rancho Cordova’s Community Enhancement & Investment Fund (CEIF), past funding has allowed hundreds of students to participate in STEAM field trips and programs over the past 6 years. These investments have directly expanded access to high-quality, experiential learning opportunities for elementary students across Rancho Cordova.

The Outdoor STEAM Discovery Initiative continues this successful partnership by expanding equitable access to hands-on STEAM learning experiences for TK–5 students attending Folsom Cordova Unified School District (FCUSD) elementary schools in Rancho Cordova.

Through partnerships with local science museums, environmental education centers, zoos, agricultural programs, conservation organizations, and performing arts groups, students participate in experiential field trips and inschool STEAM programs aligned to California’s Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and Environmental Principles & Concepts.

Research consistently demonstrates the value of educational field trips.

According to the National Education Association, students who participate in educational trips report:

Improved grades (59%)
Higher high school graduation rates (95%)
Increased college graduation rates (63%)
12% higher annual income
89% reporting lasting positive impacts on engagement and career interests
This initiative directly aligns with the City’s Community Enhancement & Investment Fund priorities by:

Improving the quality and accessibility of STEAM education Increasing equitable access for Title I and underserved students Connecting youth to community-based educational institutions Supporting long-term workforce development in high-demand STEAM industries
Strengthening partnerships between schools and local organizations Funds will primarily support transportation costs, program admission fees, and on-site instructional programming. By removing financial barriers, FCUSD ensures that all students — regardless of socioeconomic status — can participate.

The initiative enhances community investment by:

Building environmental literacy
Encouraging civic and environmental stewardship
Fostering creativity and innovation
Promoting local economic development through STEAM workforce pathways
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Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Lead Organization:

Folsom Cordova Unified School District (FCUSD)
School Representatives:

John Bliss – CGE
Amber Fontaine – CME
Amber Carter – CVE
James Tucker – NVE
Ted Bosque – PJS
Anna Chitwood – RCE
Lari Powell – RSA
Tanya LaBass – WRE
Leslee Cottrell – WME
The project team will coordinate scheduling, transportation, vendor partnerships, academic alignment, student participation, and data collection.

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Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
Goal 1: Increase Access to STEAM Experiences
Metrics:

Number of field trips completed
Number of students served
Percentage of Title I/underserved students participating Goal 2: Improve Student Engagement in STEAM
Metrics:

Pre- and post-event student engagement surveys
Teacher feedback surveys
Student reflection responses
Goal 3: Support Academic Growth in Science and Math
Metrics:

Pre- and post-assessment comparisons
Science benchmark data
NGSS-aligned performance task results
Goal 4: Strengthen Community Connections
Metrics:

Number of local partner organizations engaged
Repeat partnerships developed
Family participation in extended STEAM events
Optional File Upload:

Provide any
additional records to
supplement your
program/project
application. Note:

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Total project/program
cost*
75000
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
50000
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
30000
What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of any miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
45000
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading. 2nd_-_2026_Measure_H_-_Field_Trip_Funding_request.docx_1.pdf Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
Yes, actively seeking funding support or have secured additional funding support for this project/program.

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Describe any funding
secured or being
sought for this
project/program.

Matching Funds (Including In-Kind Contributions):

Site discretionary funds (estimated): $10,000
Staff coordination time
Volunteer chaperone support
Additional Funding Contributions:

Title I subsidies where applicable
PTA/PTO contributions
Ongoing Operations & Maintenance Costs (Beyond FY 2025–2026):

Minimal. Programs are event-based and do not create permanent maintenance costs. Future funding would support continued expansion.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2026/2027, if
applicable.

N/A
Do you have
volunteer or in-kind
support for your
project? This could
include volunteers for
an activity/event that
is ongoing or a onetime experience.

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How much funding
has your organization
received from the
Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
through our
traditional grants (not
including
microgrants)?
190,000
3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2026 through June 2027. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2026
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2027
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
Planning & Scheduling: July–August 2026
Program Implementation: August 6, 2026 – May 28, 2027
Data Collection Completed: By May 28, 2027
Final Reports Submitted: By June 30, 2027
All activities will occur within the grant period (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027).

What challenges do
you anticipate in your
project/program's
implementation?
What is your plan to
complete your
project/program
should those or other
challenges arise?
N/A
How many individuals
does your
project/program
serve?
All students who attend the 9 Rancho Cordova Elementary (TK-5) Schools within FCUSD
How many Rancho
Cordova residents
does your
project/program
serve?
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4 - Project/Program Location
Address Verification If you need to check if your project is in Rancho Cordova, type in your program/project's location in the Assessor Parcel Viewer:
https://assessorparcelviewer.saccounty.gov/jsviewer/assessor.html School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
(12:00 p.m.) on
March 6, 2026, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Primary street
address of
project/program
1965 Birkmont Drive
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Rancho Cordova
Select State CA
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Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95742
If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.

Cordova Gardens Elementary
Cordova Meadows Elementary
Cordova Villa Elementary
Navigator Elementary
Peter J. Shields Elementary
Rancho Cordova Elementary
Riverview STEM Academy
White Rock Elementary
Williamson Elementary
Third Party Letters of
Support (Note:

Folsom Cordova USD
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Please select one or
more of the Folsom
Cordova Unified
School District
school facilities
which your
project/program will
involve:

Cordova Gardens Elementary School
Cordova Meadows Elementary School
Cordova Villa Elementary School
Navigator Elementary School
Peter J. Shields Elementary School
Rancho Cordova Elementary School
Riverview STEM Academy
White Rock Elementary School
Williamson Elementary School
Have you reached
out to a contact at
the school(s) you
indicated above?
Yes
Please provide the
names of your
contacts at the
school(s) or
district(s) who are
familiar with your
project/program.

Lari Powell - Riverview STEM Principal
Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Mina
West
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Amin Asst. - Communications and Community Engagement
Provide contact
phone number:
+
Provide contact
email:
[email protected]
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Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
If your
project/program was
awarded the
requested funds, are
you authorized to
sign the contract for
your organization?
No, someone else would sign the contract
If selected by the
City Council to
receive an award,
what is the name of
the person at your
organization who
would sign the
contract?
Sean
Martin
What is the title of
this individual?
Assistant Superintendent Business Services
What is the best
phone number where
we could contact the
signatory?
+
What is the best
email address to
contact the
signatory?
[email protected]
By checking here, I
confirm that I am
aware that my
application materials
will become public
record.
checked
Thank you for applying to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Grant Cycle. Applicants will receive an automated response through the grant portal. Community Enhancement & Investment Fund (CEIF) Staff will follow up with any questions regarding your Fiscal Year 2026-2027 application. For information about the next steps in the CEIF grant process, visit our website for more information. It is anticipated that applications will be reviewed by the City Council starting in April 2026 with adoption in June 2026. Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

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Outdoor STEAM Discovery Initiative for
Rancho Cordova Elementary Schools
(TK–5)
Project Synopsis (50 words or less)
The Outdoor STEAM Discovery Initiative provides hands-on, standards-aligned field trips and in-school STEAM programs for TK–5 students in Rancho Cordova. The program expands equitable access to high-quality science, technology, engineering, arts, and math experiences that increase student engagement, academic achievement, and long-term interest in STEAM careers.

Project Description
Through the generosity of the City of Rancho Cordova’s Community Enhancement & Investment Fund (CEIF), past funding has allowed hundreds of students to participate in STEAM field trips and programs over the past 6 years. These investments have directly expanded access to high-quality, experiential learning opportunities for elementary students across Rancho Cordova.

Through partnerships with local science museums, environmental education centers, zoos, agricultural programs, conservation organizations, and performing arts groups, students participate in experiential field trips and in-school STEAM programs aligned to California’s Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and Environmental Principles & Concepts.

Research consistently demonstrates the value of educational field trips. According to the National Education Association, students who participate in educational trips report:
● Improved grades (59%)
● Higher high school graduation rates (95%)
● Increased college graduation rates (63%)
● 12% higher annual income
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● 89% reporting lasting positive impacts on engagement and career interests This initiative directly aligns with the City’s Community Enhancement & Investment Fund priorities by:
● Improving the quality and accessibility of STEAM education ● Increasing equitable access for Title I and underserved students ● Connecting youth to community-based educational institutions ● Supporting long-term workforce development in high-demand STEAM industries ● Strengthening partnerships between schools and local organizations Funds will primarily support transportation costs, program admission fees, and on-site instructional programming. By removing financial barriers, FCUSD ensures that all students — regardless of socioeconomic status — can participate.

The initiative enhances community investment by:
● Building environmental literacy
● Encouraging civic and environmental stewardship
● Fostering creativity and innovation
● Promoting local economic development through STEAM workforce pathways Project Team
Lead Organization:

Folsom Cordova Unified School District (FCUSD)
School Representatives:

John Bliss – CGE
Amber Fontaine – CME
Amber Carter – CVE
James Tucker – NVE
Ted Bosque – PJS
Anna Chitwood – RCE
Lari Powell – RSA
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Tanya LaBass – WRE
Leslee Cottrell – WME
The project team will coordinate scheduling, transportation, vendor partnerships, academic alignment, student participation, and data collection.

Project Goals & Metrics
Goal 1: Increase Access to STEAM Experiences
Metrics:
● Number of field trips completed
● Number of students served
● Percentage of Title I/underserved students participating Goal 2: Improve Student Engagement in STEAM
Metrics:
● Pre- and post-event student engagement surveys
● Teacher feedback surveys
● Student reflection responses
Goal 3: Support Academic Growth in Science and Math
Metrics:
● Pre- and post-assessment comparisons
● Science benchmark data
● NGSS-aligned performance task results
Goal 4: Strengthen Community Connections
Metrics:

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● Number of local partner organizations engaged
● Repeat partnerships developed
● Family participation in extended STEAM events
Funding Request
Total Project Cost:
$75,000 (estimated)
Estimated Breakdown of Expenditures:
● Field Trip Admission & Program Fees: $40,000
● Transportation (bus costs average $225–$260 per bus): $30,000 ● In-School STEAM Programs/Presentations: $5,000
Matching Funds (Including In-Kind Contributions):
● Site discretionary funds (estimated): $10,000
● Staff coordination time
● Volunteer chaperone support
Additional Funding Contributions:
● Title I subsidies where applicable
● PTA/PTO contributions
Ongoing Operations & Maintenance Costs (Beyond FY 2025–2026):

Minimal. Programs are event-based and do not create permanent maintenance costs.

Future funding would support continued expansion.

Total Community Enhancement & Investment Funds Requested:
$50,000
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Is this a multiyear request?
☐ Yes
☑ No
How many years have you received funding for this project? 6 years
When will your request for funding sunset for ongoing programs? June 30, 2027 (completion of 2026–2027 school year programming) Do you plan to ask annually for funding?
Future funding requests may be submitted based on demonstrated outcomes and program effectiveness.

What other funding will you seek?
● School site discretionary funds
● PTA/PTO fundraising
● Title I funds
● Educational foundation grants
● Corporate/community sponsorships
Project Schedule
● Planning & Scheduling: July–August 2026
● Program Implementation: August 6, 2026 – May 28, 2027 ● Data Collection Completed: By May 28, 2027
● Final Reports Submitted: By June 30, 2027
All activities will occur within the grant period (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027).

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Timeliness
All field trips and programs will be scheduled prior to the start of the school year. Transportation contracts and vendor bookings will be confirmed by August 2026. Data collection will occur immediately following each event to ensure completion well before the June 30, 2027 deadline.

The project team has extensive experience coordinating large-scale field trip logistics and will submit required Outcomes Reports and Use of Funds Reports twice during the grant period.

Project Location
Field trip locations are throughout Sacramento County, with many located in Rancho Cordova, including:
● Soil Born Farms
● Sacramento Children’s Museum
● Nimbus Fish Hatchery
● Mather/SCOE Outdoor Education
● Splash at Mather
Primary participating district:
☑ FCUSD
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City of Rancho Cordova Powered by Submittable
Title Rancho Cordova Pathways to Invention and
Innovation (P2I 2 ) Initiative
by Mina West in Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Grant Application
1965 Birkmont Drive
Rancho Cordova, California
95742
CA
United States
[email protected]
03/06/2026
id. 53409100
Original Submission 03/06/2026
Score n/a
Thank you for your interest in applying to the City of Rancho Cordova's Community Enhancement & Investment Fund. Applications are open from February 9, 2026, to March 13, 2026, Noon (12:00 p.m.) with a specific deadline of March 6th Noon (12:00 p.m.) for certain applications**.

Before you begin, please read the notes about deadlines and certain types of grant applications/grants below. **School/Park Application Deadline **Note that projects or programs involving a park or school district have a deadline of March 6 Noon (12:00 p.m.) to allow for the third-party endorsement process by the grant deadline.** A Note about Religious Schools and the Application/Grant Process **Note for grant applications from religious schools. The United States Supreme Court has recently ruled in part that: “denying a generally available benefit [from government] solely on account of religious identity imposes a penalty on the free exercise of religion that can be justified only by a state interest of the highest order.” The City is of the opinion that not all grants to religious schools are prohibited under this and other similar rulings.

However, these United States Supreme Court decisions remain in conflict with a section of the California State Constitution that says: “[n]either the Legislature, nor any county, city and county, township, school district, or other municipal corporation, shall ever make an appropriation, or pay from any public fund whatever, or grant anything to or in aid of any religious sect, church, creed, or sectarian purpose, or help to support or sustain any school, college, university, hospital, or other institution controlled by any religious creed, church, or sectarian denomination whatever; nor shall any grant or donation of personal property or real estate ever be made by the state, or any city, city and county, town, or other municipal corporation for any religious creed, church, or sectarian purpose whatever”. The City will accept applications for grants of these City public funds from religious schools, but will have language in the grant agreements to address the possibility and consequences of legal challenges and new court decisions on this and related topics. ** Future Grant Opportunities If you are interested in remaining up-to-date on available grants from the City of Rancho Cordova, click here to sign up for the Grants Interest List. A separate call for programming opportunities with the Rancho Cordova Youth Center is anticipated later in 2026. The list is also used to advertise separate art programs when funds are available.

Ongoing Grant Opportunity The City of Rancho Cordova offers a microgrant opportunity. Learn more about those grants online.

Is this your first time
applying for grant funding
from the City of Rancho
Cordova? As a first-time
applicant, Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund (CEIF)
staff will contact you to
discuss your project and
grant application
process.

No: Not a First Time Applicant
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Project/Program Name.

Assign a project name to
your project/program.

Rancho Cordova Pathways to Invention and Innovation (P2I 2 ) Initiative Which category does
your Project/Program
align with?
Youth Programs & Services
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
This Initiative will engage students in Cordova Gardens Elementary, Mitchell Middle School, and Cordova High, in invention projects conducted during the regular school day. Students will identify a challenge faced by people in the community and will work in small teams to create a solution that can help others.

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Provide a
Project/Program
Description
The Pathways to Invention and Innovation (P2I2) Initiative will enhance the quality of education in three schools in Rancho Cordova (Cordova Gardens Elementary, Mitchell Middle School, and Cordova High) by providing instructional materials and tools students need to complete openended inquiry and project-based invention lessons and coverage of transportation costs needed to showcase the work at the California Invention Convention in Spring 2027. The work of educators and students constitutes a new form of civic engagement. Specifically, students at each grade span will actively engage in conversations with those who live and work in the community as the students identify and develop technological solutions to local challenges. All will learn together as students share what they learned, and the invention prototypes developed at an end of year celebration. Benefits accruing to students from this approach to teaching and learning include:

1. enhanced abilities to synthesize and apply knowledge from different disciplines to real world problems,

2. development of technical skills, and 3) development of durable human skills needed for success in work and in life.

Leverage: The initiative builds on Cordova High’s InvenTeams experiences in which students and educators collaborated with a representative from the City of Rancho Cordova PublicWorks Department during the 2025-2026 school year as they developed a prototype of a technological solution to address flooding caused by clogged storm drains. The Lemelson-MIT (LMIT) Program which sponsored the InvenTeam grant is considering further investment in the region in the form of free instructional resources and staff development for educators across grades K-14 who want to embed invention education into the regular school day. LMIT’s support will include year-round coaching and mentorship during each of the next three years (2026-2029). Support from the CEIF to cover the cost of tools, materials and the CA Invention Convention for students in participating teachers’ classrooms will make it possible for schools in Rancho Cordova to take full advantage of LMIT’s offerings.

1. synthesize and apply knowledge from different disciplines to real world problems,

2. use technologies (such as AI) and tools to design and build, and

3. engage in the world in ways that reflect the durable human skills needed for success in work and life.

The business community often cites the need for schools to do more to produce graduates with durable human skills, including teamwork, collaboration, and problem-solving capabilities.

Educators engaged in this effort will work with members of the business community to create rubrics for assessing and documenting evidence of students’ development of the technical and human skills needed by their future employees. This will help student with post-graduation employment while ensuring that employers can identify those qualified for open positions.

Capacity: Cordova High’s ability to secure an InvenTeam grant from LMIT (one of 8 awards made across the nation) and its successful completion of an invention prototype is evidence of the school’s capacity to take up invention education. Principals and teachers from each of the three schools in this initiative have pledged their full support for the effort.

Tell us about your
Project/Program Team
Sarah Hodges, Alyssa Tarr & Lindsey Nelson, Cordova Gardens Elementary (Pilot in 2nd Grade) Britt Stark & Jon Tritt, Mitchell Middle School (pilot in Science/Design Classes) Faith Caplan, CTE Engineering and Product Development Teacher, Cordova High Educators are being supported as they engage in the invention education initiative by their school and district administrators. These include:

John Bliss, Principal, Cordova Gardens Elementary
Sandra Garcia, Principal, Mitchell Middle School
Amy Strawn, Principal, Cordova High School
Shanan Spears, CTE Director, Folsom-Cordova USD
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Provide your
Project/Program Goals
Goal 1: Make invention education a permanent part of the learning opportunities afforded to students in our school.

Metrics: Teacher participation in professional development and follow-on meetings. Number of IvE lessons in each class, time spent, number of students reached.

Goal 2: Establish pathways to invention and innovation in which learners have access to invention education opportunities starting in their early years and continuing through college.

Work with educators, site leaders, and the surrounding community includes a focus on creating IvE opportunities across multiple grade spans so that learners have ongoing support across time.

Metrics: Tracking of number of lessons, description of the lessons, and time spent for each student in each year of the program.

Goal 3: Generate new knowledge about the lasting impact of IvE for students who have repeated engagements over time. The evidence base and new knowledge that emerges from the study of the student outcomes generated by our work are key to continuously informing and achieving Goals 1 and 2.

Metrics: Data from reflections of educators on their experiences and the experiences of their students. All of the above, pre- and post- experience surveys each semester from students, and artifacts from a sample of students selected for tracing the over time learning experiences.

Optional File Upload:

Provide any additional
records to supplement
your program/project
application. Note:

Combine multiple files in
one pdf before
uploading.
2 - Funding & Costs
Funding Request -
Complete this section
with total dollar amounts
for your
project/program's costs
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the City of Rancho Cordova. If your project/program is awarded, the costs identified below would be reviewed and potentially open to modification during a contracting phase (if a grant is awarded by the City Council). If awarded, grant funds are not available until a contract is executed during Fiscal Year 2026-2027.

Total project/program
cost*
49800
What is the amount of
Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund grant
monies requested?
24800
Does your
project/program involve
construction of any
facilities or
improvements upon any
property?
No
What is the total cost of
personnel for your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost of
supplies for your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost of
transportation for your
project/program?
500
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What is the total cost of
equipment for your
project/program?
14300
What is the total cost of
any miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
10000
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note:

Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.
2026_2027_GRANT_APPLICATION_Rancho_Cordova_Pathways_to_Invention_and_Innovation_P2I2_Initiative_.pdf Has your organization
sought or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
Yes, actively seeking funding support or have secured additional funding support for this project/program.

Describe any funding
secured or being sought
for this project/program.

LMIT will open its professional development workshops, coaching and instructional materials to any interested
teacher in the district at no additional costs. PD will be local at no cost to the district. The value of these free
services across the year is estimated at $25,000 ($20k difference between the silver and gold PiE membership
plus travel to site at no cost to the district).

Please describe any
ongoing operations and
maintenance costs
beyond Fiscal Year
2026/2027, if applicable.

Do you have volunteer
or in-kind support for
your project? This could
include volunteers for an
activity/event that is
ongoing or a one-time
experience.

No
Is this a single year
request or a request for
funding for multiple
years?
Single Year
Has your
project/program received
funding from the
Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
No
3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2026 through June 2027. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame? Anticipated Start Date
(July 1 is the soonest
available start date)
7/1/2026
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs end
by June 30)
6/30/2027
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Please describe your
project/program schedule
As noted above, we are requesting grant funding for the 2026-2027 school year which correspond to the first year that LMIT will be offering support to educators in the Greater Sacramento region (July 1, 2026 – December 31, 2029). The grant will cover materials for students, tools, a community event and participation in the CA Invention Convention finals in participating teachers’ classes. We request a start date of July 1, 2026 and an end date of June 30'
Timeliness
The timeline we envision is as follows:

July 2026 Educators participate in a two-day professional development workshop with LMIT Oct. 1, 2026 At least 1 invention activity attempted in class with at least 30 students.

Assessment data collected.

November 1, 2026 Educators have met with LMIT coach to review educators’ experiences and student outcomes. Plan next steps.

January 31, 2027 At least 2 invention activities attempted in class with at least 30 students.

Assessment data collected. Submission to CAIC if desired.

March 1, 2027 Educators have met with LMIT coach to review educators’ experiences and student outcomes. Plan next steps.

March 31, 2027 At least 3 invention activities attempted in class with at least 30 students.

Assessment data collected. Participate in CAIC if desired in April.

May 1, 2027 Educators have met with LMIT coach to review educators’ experiences and student outcomes. Plan next steps.

June 1, 2027 At least 4 invention activities attempted in class with at least 30 students.

Assessment data collected.

June 30, 2027 Culminating event held to showcase student work. Educators meet to review evidence of student outcomes and revise lessons for following school year.

What challenges do you
anticipate in your
project/program's
implementation? What is
your plan to complete
your project/program
should those or other
challenges arise?
Teacher PD sessions will take place in summer 2026 with ongoing coaching across the year.

Students’ invention projects will be conducted as part of the normal class periods in fall and spring. Final projects will be submitted and the CA Invention Convention will be completed by April 2027. A culminating event for the community will be held before the end of May 2027.

How many individuals
does your
project/program serve?
~ 180 Students
How many Rancho
Cordova residents does
your project/program
serve?
~ 180
4 - Project/Program Location
Address Verification If you need to check if your project is in Rancho Cordova, type in your program/project's location in the Assessor Parcel Viewer:
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School and park related
applications are due
before Noon (12:00 p.m.)
on March 6, 2026, to
allow for the
endorsement process.

The Cordova Recreation & Park District reserves the right to withhold their endorsement of a project/program. Below is the list of staff to communicate with at school and park organizations:

Folsom Cordova Unified School District: [email protected] Cordova Recreation & Park District:
[email protected] Elk Grove Unified School District: [email protected] Sacramento City Unified School District: [email protected] for Winn and Carver and Enrique[email protected] for Lincoln.

Primary street address
of project/program
1965 Birkmont Drive
List the city location of
the project/program.

Rancho Cordova
Select State CA
Provide the zip code for
your project/program's
primary location.
95742
If your project/program
takes place at multiple
locations, please list
other or secondary
locations.

Cordova Gardens Elementary, W.E. Mitchell Middle School, and Cordova High School Third Party Letters of Support (Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading) Letters_of_Endorsement_for_Invention_and_Innovation.pdf Does your
project/program involve
one of Rancho
Cordova's school
districts?
Yes
Is the project/program
requesting facility use
only or is this a request
to partner with the
school district?
Partner with school on project/program
Please select all the
school districts which
your project/program
intends to involve:

Folsom Cordova USD
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Please select one or
more of the Folsom
Cordova Unified School
District school facilities
which your
project/program will
involve:

Cordova Gardens Elementary School
Mitchell Middle School
Cordova High School
Have you reached out to
a contact at the
school(s) you indicated
above?
Yes
Please provide the
names of your contacts
at the school(s) or
district(s) who are
familiar with your
project/program.

Sarah Hodges, Alyssa Tarr & Lindsey Nelson, Cordova Gardens Elementary (Pilot in 2nd Grade) Britt Stark & Jon Tritt, Mitchell Middle School (pilot in Science/Design Classes) Faith Caplan, CTE Engineering and Product Development Teacher, Cordova High Does your
project/program involve
the Cordova Recreation
& Park District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Mina
West
Is this project/program
on behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
What is your title and/or
role at your
organization?
Admin Asst. - Communications and Community Engagement Office Provide contact phone
number:
+
Provide contact email: [email protected]
Are you the primary point
of contact on this
project/program?
Yes
If your project/program
was awarded the
requested funds, are you
authorized to sign the
contract for your
organization?
No, someone else would sign the contract
If selected by the City
Council to receive an
award, what is the name
of the person at your
organization who would
sign the contract?
Sean
Martin
What is the title of this
individual?
Assistant Superintendent Business Services
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Community Enhancement & Investment Fund (CEIF) Staff will follow up with any questions regarding your Fiscal Year 2026-2027 application. For information about the next steps in the CEIF grant process, visit our website for more information. It is anticipated that applications will be reviewed by the City Council starting in April 2026 with adoption in June 2026. Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

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2026/2027 GRANT APPLICATION

COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT & INVESTMENT FUND
To be Completed and returned to Mina West at
[email protected]
Must be received by February 23, 2026

Project Name
Rancho Cordova Pathways to Invention and Innovation (P2I2) Initiative

Project Synopsis In 50 words or less, please describe the project.

The Pathways to Invention and Innovation (P2I2) Initiative will engage students in Cordova Gardens Elementary, Mitchell Middle School, and Cordova High, in invention projects conducted during the regular school day. Students will identify a challenge faced by people in the community and will work in small teams to create a solution that can help others.

The Pathways to Invention and Innovation (P2I2) Initiative will enhance the quality of education in three schools in Rancho Cordova (Cordova Gardens Elementary, Mitchell Middle School, and Cordova High) by providing instructional materials and tools students need to complete open-ended inquiry and project-based invention lessons and coverage of transportation costs needed to showcase the work at the California Invention Convention in Spring 2027. The work of educators and students constitutes a new form of civic engagement. Specifically, students at each grade span will actively engage in conversations with those who live and work in the community as the students identify and develop technological solutions to local challenges. All will learn together as students share what they learned, and the invention prototypes developed at an end of year celebration. Benefits accruing to students from this approach to teaching and learning include: 1) enhanced abilities to synthesize and apply knowledge from different disciplines to real world problems, 2) development of technical skills, and 3) development of durable human skills needed for success in work and in life.

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Return on Investment: As noted above, the community will benefit from the social bonds created through engagement with students whom they would not otherwise come to know and the students’ efforts to understand and address challenges residents face. The community will also benefit from students’ improved abilities to: 1) synthesize and apply knowledge from different disciplines to real world problems, 2) use technologies (such as AI) and tools to design and build, and 3) engage in the world in ways that reflect the durable human skills needed for success in work and life. The business community often cites the need for schools to do more to produce graduates with durable human skills, including teamwork, collaboration, and problem-solving capabilities. Educators engaged in this effort will work with members of the business community to create rubrics for assessing and documenting evidence of students’ development of the technical and human skills needed by their future employees. This will help students with post-graduation employment while ensuring that employers can identify those qualified for open positions.

Timeline: We are CEIF funding for the 2026-2027 school year. Educators and students in the three schools will benefit from free instructional lessons to guide invention projects, professional development, and year-round coaching from LMIT, and the materials, tools and invention convention travel costs coming from CEIF.

Project Team Individuals or organizations responsible for the development and delivery of the project.

The team of educators whose students benefit directly from the grant include:

John Bliss, Principal, Cardova Gardens Elementary
Sandra Garcia, Principal, Mitchell Middle School
Amy Strawn, Principal, Cordova High School
Shanan Spears, CTE Director, Folsom-Cordova USD
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The leads for the curriculum, professional development, and year-round coaching the Lemelson-MIT Program would provide are Dr. Stephanie Couch, Executive Director of the Lemelson-MIT Program and Dr. Cristina Saenz, Invention Education Manager for the Lemelson-MIT Program.

Invention Education benefits from active engagement of others in the community who can support students’ growth. The extended team members in this category within our community include, but are not limited to the following:

Margarita Dronov, City of Rancho Cordova
David Bayne, Franchise Tax Board
Zack Dowell, Folsom Lake College
Uri Griner, Museum of Science and Curiosity
Carly Starr, California State Railroad Museum
Project Goals List goals, and outline metrics by which progress in reaching goals can be measured and the project team’s efforts can be focused.

Goal 1: Make invention education a permanent part of the learning opportunities afforded to students in our school.

Metrics: Teacher participation in professional development and follow-on meetings. Number of IvE lessons in each class, time spent, number of students reached.

Goal 2: Establish pathways to invention and innovation in which learners have access to invention education opportunities starting in their early years and continuing through college. Work with educators, site leaders, and the surrounding community includes a focus on creating IvE opportunities across multiple grade spans so that learners have ongoing support across time.

Metrics: Tracking of number of lessons, description of the lessons, and time spent for each student in each year of the program.

Funding Request Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for Community Enhancement & Investment.

Total project cost: $49,800
Estimated breakdown of project expenditures:

July 1, 2026- June 30, 2027: Classroom materials for two classes per school, six classes total at an average of $100 per student X 180 students = $1,800. Tools and/or software licenses for building prototypes @ $2,000 per class = $12,000. Local event to share projects with the community = $500.

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Travel to CA Invention Convention state finals at the CA State Railroad Museum = $500. Silver level Partners in Invention Education (PiE) membership from LMIT for teacher PD and coaching = $10,000 year. Total CEIF = $24,800
Matching funds (including any in-kind contributions):

LMIT will open its professional development workshops, coaching and instructional materials to any interested teacher in the district at no additional costs. PD will be local at no cost to the district. The value of these free services across the year is estimated at $25,000 ($20k difference between the silver and gold PiE membership plus travel to site at no cost to the district).

Include any other funding contributions including your own: $0 Ongoing (beyond FY 2025/2026) operations and maintenance costs if applicable: Not applicable.

Total Community Enhancement & Investment Funds requested: $24,800 Is this a multiyear request? Yes ☐ No X If yes, number of years:

If you answered yes above, describe your sustainability plan and whether the project is viable as a single year request.

How many years have you received funding for this project? 0 from the district or CEIF. LMIT provided a $7,500 grant in the 2025-2026 year for invention education efforts in one class at Cordova High.

When will your request for funding sunset for ongoing programs? This offering is aligned with normal standards based instruction so there is no sunset.

Do you plan to ask annually for funding? It would be helpful to have PD and coaching available to other educators in the district in future years but this is not required.

What other funding will you seek to support your project? We will write state and federal grants with LMIT to grow invention education across the district, particularly those aimed at workforce and economic development.

Project Schedule Project timeline and anticipated start and completion date. (If this is a multiyear request, please indicate that in both the funding request and the project schedule.) Funding does not become available until July 1.

Funding typically ends June 30 of the following year.

As noted above, we are requesting grant funding for the 2026-2027 school year which correspond to the first year that LMIT will be offering support to educators in the Greater Sacramento region (July 1, 2026 – December 31, 2029). The grant will cover materials for students, tools, a community event and participation in the CA Invention Convention finals in participating teachers’ classes. We request a start date of July 1, 2026 and an end date of June 30,
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Timeliness
The timeline we envision is as follows:

Dates Activities
July 2026 Educators participate in a two-day professional development workshop with LMIT
Oct. 1, 2026 At least 1 invention activity attempted in class with at least 30 students.

Assessment data collected.

November 1, 2026 Educators have met with LMIT coach to review educators’ experiences and student outcomes. Plan next steps.

January 31, 2027 At least 2 invention activities attempted in class with at least 30 students. Assessment data collected. Submission to CAIC if desired.

March 1, 2027 Educators have met with LMIT coach to review educators’ experiences and student outcomes. Plan next steps.

March 31, 2027 At least 3 invention activities attempted in class with at least 30 students. Assessment data collected. Participate in CAIC if desired in April.

May 1, 2027 Educators have met with LMIT coach to review educators’ experiences and student outcomes. Plan next steps.

June 1, 2027 At least 4 invention activities attempted in class with at least 30 students. Assessment data collected.

June 30, 2027 Culminating event held to showcase student work. Educators meet to review evidence of student outcomes and revise lessons for following school year.

Teacher PD sessions will take place in summer 2026 with ongoing coaching across the year. Students’ invention projects will be conducted as part of the normal class periods in fall and spring. Final projects will be submitted and the CA Invention Convention will be completed by April 2027. A culminating event for the community will be held before the end of May 2027.

Adaptability Will you be able to adjust your project if California Public Health and/or Sacramento County Health Orders change? For example, the program could operate virtually or with other modifications made. Please describe.

Yes, LMIT helped move these types of invention education experiences online in 2020 and continues to offer online programs. We would have their full support if needed.

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City of Rancho Cordova Powered by Submittable
Title Rancho Cordova Spanish
Language & High School
Pathway Club
by Mina West in Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Community Enhancement & Investment Fund
Grant Application
1965 Birkmont Drive
Rancho Cordova, California
95742
CA
United States
[email protected]
03/06/2026
id. 53408352
Original Submission 03/06/2026
Score n/a
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No: Not a First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Rancho Cordova Spanish Language & High School Pathway Club Which category does
your Project/Program
align with?
Youth Programs & Services
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
The Rancho Cordova Spanish Language & High School Pathway Club expands access to world language enrichment for grades 6–8 at Riverview STEM Academy. Through structured before-school programming, cultural engagement, and high school preparation activities, the club builds a strong middle-to-high school pathway within Rancho Cordova public schools.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
The Rancho Cordova Spanish Language & High School Pathway Club establishes a structured enrichment program for students in grades 6–8 focused on Spanish language development, cultural literacy, and high school pathway preparation.

This project strengthens alignment with Cordova High School’s academic and world language pathways by building early exposure, academic confidence, and awareness of high school course opportunities. The initiative supports a clearer transition into rigorous coursework, including advanced Spanish classes and college-preparatory pathways.

This initiative creates a zero-period enrichment club that provides:

Foundational Spanish language development
Cultural exploration and global competence development
High school readiness skill-building activities
Cordova High School (CHS) pathway awareness and preparation This one-time CEIF investment supports development of the program framework and startup materials necessary to establish a high-quality, sustainable enrichment model. Funds will support curriculum development, digital tools, enrichment resources, family outreach, and evaluation systems. No funds will be used for employee salary expenses.

The project is designed as a startup initiative that builds internal capacity and long-term infrastructure without reliance on ongoing grant funding.

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Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Program Lead:

Lari Powell, Riverview STEM Academy
Implementation Support:

Spanish Language Club Facilitator (district-assigned)
Riverview Administration
Counseling Team (High School Pathway Coordination)
Cordova High School Collaboration
Riverview STEM Academy will oversee fiscal management, compliance, and outcome reporting.

Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
Goal 1: Expand Access to Language Enrichment
Serve 30–40 students during the 2026–2027 school year
Maintain ≥85% consistent participation rate
Goal 2: Increase High School Pathway Awareness
80% of participating 8th graders enroll in Spanish at Cordova High School
Increase Riverview representation in advanced world language coursework
Goal 3: Demonstrate Skill & Engagement Growth
Documented growth in Spanish proficiency through club-based assessments
≥85% positive student and family satisfaction
Goal 4: Strengthen Local Retention
Increased percentage of Riverview students selecting Cordova High School
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supplement your
program/project
application. Note:

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2 - Funding & Costs
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Funding Request -
Complete this
section with total
dollar amounts for
your
project/program's
costs
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the City of Rancho Cordova. If your project/program is awarded, the costs identified below would be reviewed and potentially open to modification during a contracting phase (if a grant is awarded by the City Council). If awarded, grant funds are not available until a contract is executed during Fiscal Year 2026-2027.

Total project/program
cost*
22000
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
22000
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
22000
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of any miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
0 Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

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3rd_Revised_Measure_H_-_Spanish_Pathway_Grant.docx.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
No, not seeking any other funding support.

Please explain why
you are not seeking
any other funding
support for your
project/program.

This request represents one-time startup funding to establish the program framework and launch materials. The model is designed to operate sustainably within existing structures after the grant period.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2026/2027, if
applicable.

Do you have
volunteer or in-kind
support for your
project? This could
include volunteers for
an activity/event that
is ongoing or a onetime experience.

No
Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for
multiple years?
Single Year
Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
No
3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2026 through June 2027. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2026
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Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2027
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
July 2026 – June 2027
Summer 2026
Finalize enrichment framework and startup materials
Acquire materials and digital resources
Coordinate CHS pathway articulation planning
Fall 2026
Launch Spanish Language Club
Begin instruction and enrichment activities
Winter–Spring 2027
Monitor participation and progress
Conduct family outreach
Collect outcome data
June 2027
Final evaluation and reporting
What challenges do
you anticipate in your
project/program's
implementation?
What is your plan to
complete your
project/program
should those or other
challenges arise?
This one-year investment establishes the club framework, startup materials, and implementation model while demonstrating measurable impact.

Following successful implementation, Riverview will:

Integrate the club into long-term enrichment programming Seek district and partnership support
The club structure is intentionally designed for scalability and sustainability beyond the grant period without dependence on recurring grant funding.

How many individuals
does your
project/program
serve?
30-40 students during the 26-27 School Year
How many Rancho
Cordova residents
does your
project/program
serve?
30-40
4 - Project/Program Location
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Address Verification If you need to check if your project is in Rancho Cordova, type in your program/project's location in the Assessor Parcel Viewer:
https://assessorparcelviewer.saccounty.gov/jsviewer/assessor.html School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
(12:00 p.m.) on
March 6, 2026, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Primary street
address of
project/program
1965 Birkmont Drive
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Rancho Cordova
Select State CA
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Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95742
If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.

Third Party Letters of
Support (Note:

Folsom Cordova USD
Please select one or
more of the Folsom
Cordova Unified
School District
school facilities
which your
project/program will
involve:

Riverview STEM Academy
Have you reached
out to a contact at
the school(s) you
indicated above?
Yes
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Please provide the
names of your
contacts at the
school(s) or
district(s) who are
familiar with your
project/program.

Lari Powell - Principal of Riverview STEM Academy
Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Mina
West
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Admin Asst. - Communications and Community Engagement
Provide contact
phone number:
+
Provide contact
email:
[email protected]
Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
If your
project/program was
awarded the
requested funds, are
you authorized to
sign the contract for
your organization?
No, someone else would sign the contract
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If selected by the
City Council to
receive an award,
what is the name of
the person at your
organization who
would sign the
contract?
Sean
Martin
What is the title of
this individual?
Assistant Superintendent Business Services
What is the best
phone number where
we could contact the
signatory?
+
What is the best
email address to
contact the
signatory?
[email protected]
By checking here, I
confirm that I am
aware that my
application materials
will become public
record.
checked
Thank you for applying to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Grant Cycle. Applicants will receive an automated response through the grant portal. Community Enhancement & Investment Fund (CEIF) Staff will follow up with any questions regarding your Fiscal Year 2026-2027 application. For information about the next steps in the CEIF grant process, visit our website for more information. It is anticipated that applications will be reviewed by the City Council starting in April 2026 with adoption in June 2026. Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

Internal Form
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Project Name
Rancho Cordova Spanish Language & High School Pathway Club Project Synopsis (50 words)
The Rancho Cordova Spanish Language & High School Pathway Club expands access to world language enrichment for grades 6–8 at Riverview STEM Academy. Through structured before-school programming, cultural engagement, and high school preparation activities, the club builds a strong middle-to-high school pathway within Rancho Cordova public schools.

Project Description
The Rancho Cordova Spanish Language & High School Pathway Club establishes a structured enrichment program for students in grades 6–8 focused on Spanish language development, cultural literacy, and high school pathway preparation.

This initiative creates a zero-period enrichment club that provides:
● Foundational Spanish language development
● Cultural exploration and global competence development ● High school readiness skill-building activities
● Cordova High School (CHS) pathway awareness and preparation This one-time CEIF investment supports development of the program framework and startup materials necessary to establish a high-quality, sustainable enrichment model. Funds will support curriculum development, digital tools, enrichment resources, family outreach, and evaluation systems. No funds will be used for employee salary expenses.

By investing in early language enrichment, the City strengthens youth development, academic aspiration, and retention within Rancho Cordova public schools while reinforcing a clear pathway to Cordova High School. The project is designed as a startup initiative that builds internal capacity and long-term infrastructure without reliance on ongoing grant funding.

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Community Impact & CEIF Alignment
This initiative:
● Expands educational opportunity
● Strengthens youth enrichment programming
● Builds community academic assets
● Supports long-term college and workforce readiness
The club model enhances community vitality by preparing students for rigorous high school pathways while fostering cultural awareness and global competence.

Riverview will also work with community partners for expansion opportunities, including cultural organizations, educational foundations, and local stakeholders, to strengthen program impact and broaden access over time.

Project Team
Program Lead:

Lari Powell, Riverview STEM Academy
Implementation Support:
● Spanish Language Club Facilitator (district-assigned) ● Riverview Administration
● Counseling Team (High School Pathway Coordination)
● Cordova High School Collaboration
Riverview STEM Academy will oversee fiscal management, compliance, and outcome reporting.

Goals & Measurable Outcomes
Goal 1: Expand Access to Language Enrichment
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● Serve 30–40 students during the 2026–2027 school year ● Maintain ≥85% consistent participation rate
Goal 2: Increase High School Pathway Awareness
● 80% of participating 8th graders enroll in Spanish at Cordova High School ● Increase Riverview representation in advanced world language coursework Goal 3: Demonstrate Skill & Engagement Growth
● Documented growth in Spanish proficiency through club-based assessments ● ≥85% positive student and family satisfaction
Goal 4: Strengthen Local Retention
● Increased percentage of Riverview students selecting Cordova High School Funding Request
Total CEIF Request: $22,000
Program Expenditures
● Spanish Enrichment Curriculum, Framework & Activity Development – $6,000 ● Instructional Materials & Digital Language Platforms – $5,000 ● Cultural Enrichment Resources & Guest Experiences – $3,500 ● Student Access Supports & Supplies – $3,500
● Family Outreach & Recruitment – $1,500
● Program Evaluation & Reporting Tools – $2,500
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All requested funds support enrichment programming, startup materials, and community-based educational resources. No funding is requested for district staffing salaries.

Sustainability
This one-year investment establishes the club framework, startup materials, and implementation model while demonstrating measurable impact.

Following successful implementation, Riverview will:
● Integrate the club into long-term enrichment programming ● Seek district and partnership support
The club structure is intentionally designed for scalability and sustainability beyond the grant period without dependence on recurring grant funding.

Project Timeline
July 2026 – June 2027
Summer 2026
● Finalize enrichment framework and startup materials
● Acquire materials and digital resources
● Coordinate CHS pathway articulation planning
Fall 2026
● Launch Spanish Language Club
● Begin instruction and enrichment activities
Winter–Spring 2027
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● Monitor participation and progress
● Conduct family outreach
● Collect outcome data
June 2027
● Final evaluation and reporting
Project Location
Riverview STEM Academy
Rancho Cordova, CA
☒ FCUSD
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

The "Power of 20" Literacy Initiative: Expanding Library Access Which category does
your Project/Program
align with?
Youth Programs & Services
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
An extension of the Library Recovery and Expansion program, this initiative modernizes 11 FCUSD school libraries in Rancho Cordova over three years. By purchasing curated, shelf-ready books, we aim to approach a 20:1 book-to-student ratio, enhancing collection diversity to improve literacy rates and community equity.

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Provide a
Project/Program
Description
We begin this proposal with a profound sense of gratitude to the City of Rancho Cordova. The Library Recovery and Expansion Grant has been more than just a funding source; it has been a transformative investment in the future of our students. Through the City’s steadfast commitment to literacy, we have successfully modernized our collections, moving the average copyright age from a 1999 baseline to a 2015 average. This partnership ensured that our students maintained access to high-quality library materials during a critical post-pandemic period, directly supporting learning loss mitigation efforts. We are deeply thankful for the City’s vision, which has revitalized the quality of the books on our shelves and set the stage for the next level of student success. With this foundation of excellence established, we are now ready for the expansion phase.

Despite the hard-earned growth in our local schools, a stark achievement disparity remains between our Rancho Cordova students and their Folsom peers. According to the most recent California School Dashboard data, students in Folsom average a 73.2% proficiency rate in English Language Arts (ELA), while students in Rancho Cordova average 38.5%. This 34.7- percentage-point gap is a direct call to action, exacerbated by an imbalance in library resources. In Folsom, library collections are frequently bolstered by robust PTO fundraising and private donations—a "funding bridge" that our Rancho Cordova schools lack.

This engagement is the primary driver of Voluntary Independent Reading, which research identifies as the single greatest predictor of vocabulary growth, reading comprehension, and grammatical development (Krashen, 2004). When a library reaches the 20:1 "book-rich" ratio, students are more likely to find "hook books" that turn reluctant readers into fluent ones.

This volume of choice allows students to practice complex decoding and critical thinking skills outside of direct instruction, facilitating the essential developmental transition from "learning to read" to "reading to learn" (Chall, 1983).

Substantial research confirms that access to a high volume of books is one of the strongest predictors of academic success, as students in "book-rich" environments demonstrate significantly higher literacy rates than those in "book-poor" environments (Evans et al., 2010). Furthermore, the "Lance Studies" across multiple states have proven that the size of a library's collection is directly correlated with higher standardized test scores, regardless of student socioeconomic status (Lance & Kachel, 2018). While we have modernized our titles, we must now approach the American Library Association’s gold standard of a 20:1 ratio. By curating durable, library-bound titles, we will provide Rancho Cordova students with a highvolume, modern literacy environment. This ensures our libraries are deep enough to fuel student curiosity, align with diverse curricular needs, and directly drive the proficiency levels our students deserve.

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Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Folsom Cordova Unified School District Librarian: Responsible for selection review, purchasing, cataloging, and delivery of books to school sites. School Site Librarians/Staff: Responsible for selecting, shelving, and circulation.

Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
Increase Volume: Reach a minimum of 20 current, high-quality library items per student at all 11 targeted sites over the 3-year period.

Metric: Extract data from the Library Management System (LMS) to calculate total items divided by total enrollment at each site annually.

Collection Modernization Continued: Modernize Collections: Shift the targeted library collection to 2015 or newer.

Metric: Run a "Collection Age Report" through the LMS for all newly acquired materials compared to the total collection. Enhance Engagement: Increase student engagement with library materials, particularly in upper grades to combat the "Middle School Slump." Metric: Monitor circulation data (number of checkouts) for new titles, specifically tracking 4th–8th grade circulation rates.

Optional File Upload:

Provide any
additional records to
supplement your
program/project
application. Note:

Total project/program
cost*
195000
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
195000
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Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
195000
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of any miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
0 Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

FCUSD_Libraries_Measure_H_Grant_Application_Word.docx_1.pdf Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
No, not seeking any other funding support.

Please explain why
you are not seeking
any other funding
support for your
project/program.

Our school libraries currently receive no dedicated funding from the state for the purchase of library books. As a result, expanding and updating our collections is extremely difficult without external support. While we continue to look for potential funding opportunities, grants specifically designated for library materials are limited and often highly competitive.

This grant provides an important opportunity to address this gap by helping us increase access to high-quality, engaging books for our students.

Without external support such as this, our ability to grow and refresh our library collections would remain very limited.

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Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2026/2027, if
applicable.

Book repair funds supported by FCUSD General Fund
Do you have
volunteer or in-kind
support for your
project? This could
include volunteers for
an activity/event that
is ongoing or a onetime experience.

No
Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for
multiple years?
Multiple Years
If requesting CEIF
grant funding for
multiple years,
please share how
many years?
3 years
For requests
spanning multiple
years, share the
dollar amount
requested per year.

FY 26/27 (Year 1): 65,000
FY 27/28 (Year 2): 65,000
FY 28/29 (Year 3): 65,000
For
projects/programs
that span multiple
years, please
describe your
sustainability plan
and whether it is
viable as a single
year request.

We will complete the project by utilizing the phased timeline outlined above.

FCUSD is prepared to begin selection and procurement
immediately upon receipt of funds on July 1 of each fiscal year. Because we purchase "shelf-ready" materials—meaning they arrive with barcodes, spine labels, and digital records—books can be placed into circulation within days of delivery. We will submit the required Outcomes and Use of Funds Reports as mandated by the city guidelines. Progress reports are available on our library management system Follett Destiny
Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
Yes
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How many years has
your project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund?
4 How much funding
has your organization
received from the
Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
through our
traditional grants (not
including
microgrants)?
300,000
3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2026 through June 2027. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2026
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2027
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
Start Date: July 1, 2026 Completion Date: June 30, 2029 (for the 3-year plan) FY 26/27 (Year 1): Selection, purchase, and distribution of $5,000 per elementary school and $10,000 per middle school. FY 27/28 (Year 2):

Selection, purchase, and distribution of $5,000 per elementary school and $10,000 per middle school. FY 28/29 (Year 3): Selection, purchase, and distribution of $5,000 per elementary school and $10,000 per middle school to reach final goals.

What challenges do
you anticipate in your
project/program's
implementation?
What is your plan to
complete your
project/program
should those or other
challenges arise?
N/A
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How many individuals
does your
project/program
serve?
all 11 school sites of FCUSD in the Rancho Cordova area How many Rancho
Cordova residents
does your
project/program
serve?
3000+
4 - Project/Program Location
Address Verification If you need to check if your project is in Rancho Cordova, type in your program/project's location in the Assessor Parcel Viewer:
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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
(12:00 p.m.) on
March 6, 2026, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Primary street
address of
project/program
1965 Birkmont Drive
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Rancho Cordova
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95742
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If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.

Third Party Letters of
Support (Note:

Folsom Cordova USD
Please select one or
more of the Folsom
Cordova Unified
School District
school facilities
which your
project/program will
involve:

Cordova Gardens Elementary School
Cordova Meadows Elementary School
Cordova Villa Elementary School
Navigator Elementary School
Peter J. Shields Elementary School
Rancho Cordova Elementary School
Riverview STEM Academy
White Rock Elementary School
Williamson Elementary School
Mills Middle School
Mitchell Middle School
Have you reached
out to a contact at
the school(s) you
indicated above?
Yes
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Please provide the
names of your
contacts at the
school(s) or
district(s) who are
familiar with your
project/program.

Aimee Korynta - District Librarian
Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Mina
West
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Admin Asst. - Communications and Community Engagement
Provide contact
phone number:
+
Provide contact
email:
[email protected]
Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
If your
project/program was
awarded the
requested funds, are
you authorized to
sign the contract for
your organization?
No, someone else would sign the contract
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Internal Form
Score n/a
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2026/2027 GRANT APPLICATION

COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT & INVESTMENT FUND
To be Completed and returned to Mina West at
[email protected]
Must be received by February 23, 2026

Project Name

The "Power of 20" Literacy Initiative: Expanding Library Access

Project Synopsis In 50 words or less, please describe the project.

An extension of the Library Recovery and Expansion program, this initiative modernizes 11 FCUSD school libraries in Rancho Cordova over three years. By purchasing curated, shelf-ready books, we aim to approach a 20:1 book-to-student ratio, enhancing collection diversity to improve literacy rates and community equity.

We begin this proposal with a profound sense of gratitude to the City of Rancho Cordova. The Library Recovery and Expansion Grant has been more than just a funding source; it has been a transformative investment in the future of our students. Through the City’s steadfast commitment to literacy, we have successfully modernized our collections, moving the average copyright age from a 1999 baseline to a 2015 average. This partnership ensured that our students maintained access to high-quality library materials during a critical post-pandemic period, directly supporting learning loss mitigation efforts. We are deeply thankful for the City’s vision, which has revitalized the quality of the books on our shelves and set the stage for the next level of student success. With this foundation of excellence established, we are now ready for the expansion phase.

Despite the hard-earned growth in our local schools, a stark achievement disparity remains between our Rancho Cordova students and their Folsom peers. According to the most recent California School Dashboard data, students in Folsom average a 73.2% proficiency rate in English Language Arts (ELA), while students in Rancho Cordova average 38.5%. This 34.7-percentage-point gap is a direct call to action, exacerbated by an imbalance in library resources. In Folsom, library collections are frequently bolstered by robust PTO fundraising and private donations—a "funding bridge" that our Rancho Cordova schools lack.

Bridging this gap requires a direct investment in the tools that build ELA proficiency. High-quality library collections support literacy development by providing "mirrors and windows"—books where students see themselves reflected and books that offer a window into new worlds (Bishop, 1990). This engagement is the primary driver of Voluntary Independent Reading, which research identifies as the single greatest predictor of vocabulary growth, reading comprehension, and grammatical development (Krashen, 2004). When a library reaches the 20:1 "book-rich" ratio, students are more likely to find "hook books" that turn reluctant readers into fluent ones.

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Substantial research confirms that access to a high volume of books is one of the strongest predictors of academic success, as students in "book-rich" environments demonstrate significantly higher literacy rates than those in "book-poor" environments (Evans et al., 2010). Furthermore, the "Lance Studies" across multiple states have proven that the size of a library's collection is directly correlated with higher standardized test scores, regardless of student socioeconomic status (Lance & Kachel, 2018). While we have modernized our titles, we must now approach the American Library Association’s gold standard of a 20:1 ratio. By curating durable, library-bound titles, we will provide Rancho Cordova students with a high-volume, modern literacy environment. This ensures our libraries are deep enough to fuel student curiosity, align with diverse curricular needs, and directly drive the proficiency levels our students deserve.

Project Team 11 Library Technicians and District Librarian Folsom Cordova Unified School District Librarian: Responsible for selection review, purchasing, cataloging, and delivery of books to school sites.

School Site Librarians/Staff: Responsible for selecting, shelving, and circulation.

Project Goals List goals, and outline metrics by which progress in reaching goals can be measured and the project team’s efforts can be focused.

Increase Volume: Reach a minimum of 20 current, high-quality library items per student at all 11 targeted sites over the 3-year period.
● Metric: Extract data from the Library Management System (LMS) to calculate total items divided by total enrollment at each site annually.

Collection Modernization Continued: Modernize Collections: Shift the targeted library collection to 2015 or newer. ● Metric: Run a "Collection Age Report" through the LMS for all newly acquired materials compared to the total collection.

Enhance Engagement: Increase student engagement with library materials, particularly in upper grades to combat the "Middle School Slump."
● Metric: Monitor circulation data (number of checkouts) for new titles, specifically tracking 4th–8th grade circulation rates.

Funding Request Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for Community Enhancement & Investment.

Total project cost: $195,000
Estimated breakdown of project expenditures:

Total of 7,800 books at $25.00 each (includes shelf-ready processing).

Annual expenditure of $65,000, distributed as $5,000 per elementary school and $10,000 per middle school.

Matching funds (including any in-kind contributions): $0 (This is a request for full funding of materials) Include any other funding contributions including your own: Site budget allocation varies by site Ongoing (beyond FY 2025/2026) operations and maintenance costs if applicable: Book repair funds supported by FCUSD General Fund
Total Community Enhancement & Investment Funds requested: $195,000 Is this a multiyear request? Yes X No ☐ If yes, number of years: 3 2 ITEM 3.1. ATTACHMENT 4

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If you answered yes above, describe your sustainability plan and whether the project is viable as a single year request.

This is a 3-year phased approach to reach all 11 schools intentionally. The project is sustainable because the materials purchased are durable, long-lasting assets. Ongoing maintenance is covered by existing district library budgets.

How many years have you received funding for this project? Similar funding was received for the last 3 years When will your request for funding sunset for ongoing programs? Do you plan to ask annually for funding? No
What other funding will you seek to support your project? No Project Schedule Project timeline and anticipated start and completion date. (If this is a multiyear request, please indicate that in both the funding request and the project schedule.) Funding does not become available until July 1. Funding typically ends June 30 of the following year.

Start Date: July 1, 2026
Completion Date: June 30, 2029 (for the 3-year plan)
FY 26/27 (Year 1): Selection, purchase, and distribution of $5,000 per elementary school and $10,000 per middle school.

FY 27/28 (Year 2): Selection, purchase, and distribution of $5,000 per elementary school and $10,000 per middle school.

FY 28/29 (Year 3): Selection, purchase, and distribution of $5,000 per elementary school and $10,000 per middle school to reach final goals.

We will complete the project by utilizing the phased timeline outlined above. FCUSD is prepared to begin selection and procurement immediately upon receipt of funds on July 1 of each fiscal year. Because we purchase "shelf-ready" materials—meaning they arrive with barcodes, spine labels, and digital records—books can be placed into circulation within days of delivery. We will submit the required Outcomes and Use of Funds Reports as mandated by the city guidelines. Progress reports are available on our library management system Follett Destiny
Adaptability Will you be able to adjust your project if California Public Health and/or Sacramento County Health Orders change? For example, the program could operate virtually or with other modifications made. Please describe.

Yes. If health orders change, the project can adapt by shifting the focus to digital library resources (eBooks) that can be accessed remotely by students, rather than physical books. However, as the request is for physical items, the distribution process can easily be adapted to contactless pickup at school sites if necessary.

Physical Address:
1965 Birkmont Dr
Rancho Cordova,California 95742
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● Cordova Gardens Elementary 2400 Dawes St.
● Cordova Meadows Elementary 2550 La Loma Dr.
● Cordova Villa Elementary 10359 S. White Rock Rd.
● Mills Middle School 10439 Coloma Rd.
● Mitchell Middle School 2100 Zinfandel Dr.
● Navigator Elementary 10679 Bear Hollow Dr.
● Peter J. Shields Elementary 10434 Georgetown Dr.
● Rancho Cordova Elementary 2562 Chasella Way
● Riverview STEM Academy 10700 Ambassador Dr.
● White Rock 10487 White Rock Rd.
● Williamson 2276 Benita Dr.

Have you received a letter of support for the project from the property owner? Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A x If yes, submit the letter of support with your application.

School District (if applicable, check all that apply): EGUSD ☐ FCUSD x SCUSD ☐ Other ☐ By the application deadline, the City of Rancho Cordova must also receive the Supplemental Endorsement Form that’s been signed and dated by the corresponding school superintendent for the application to be considered a complete submittal. It’s the applicant’s responsibility to ask for the endorsement in the time allotted. You will be asked to share if you have contacted school staff and to provide the name(s) of your contact(s). Each participating school superintendent reserves the right to withhold their endorsement of a project/program. Refer to the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 Supplemental Endorsement Form for more information and important deadlines.

Application Submitted by
Name: Aimee Korynta
Title: District Librarian
Email: [email protected]
Organization’s Legal Name (if applicable): Folsom Cordova Unified School District Mailing Address: 1965 Birkmont Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA 95642 4 ITEM 3.1. ATTACHMENT 4

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Signatory If the applicant’s project or program is selected for funding, list who will be the signatory of the funding agreement.

Signatory’s Name:

Title: Superintendent
Email:

Mailing Address: 1965 Birkmont Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA 95742 Public Record Unless otherwise exempt under applicable law, applications and application materials are public records. All information received from an applicant, whether received in connection with a grant application or in connection with any grant-funded activities performed are subject to disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, unless otherwise exempt. 5 ITEM 3.1. ATTACHMENT 4

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City of Rancho Cordova Powered by Submittable
Title Girls on the Run: Title I Access
& Empowerment Initiative –
Rancho Cordova
by Carly Cardenas in Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Community Enhancement & Investment Fund
Grant Application
PO Box 19602
Sacramento, California
95819
United States
[email protected]
03/06/2026
id. 53409138
Original Submission 03/12/2026
Score n/a
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Yes: First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Girls on the Run: Title I Access & Empowerment Initiative – Rancho Cordova
Which category does
your Project/Program
align with?
Youth Programs & Services
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
The Girls on the Run Title I School Access & Empowerment Initiative will sustain programming at two Rancho Cordova Title I schools while expanding to a third campus. Serving 45 girls annually, this after-school program uses school facilities to combine physical activity and socialemotional learning, strengthening confidence and community connection.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
Our answer is about 1300 words. We've attached the full answer in the File Upload Section. Thank you!
Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
The Girls on the Run Title I Access & Empowerment Initiative will be implemented by the leadership and program staff of Girls on the Run Greater Sacramento (GOTR). Stephanie Tseu, Executive Director, provides organizational oversight and strategic leadership. Carly Murray, Program Manager, oversees program implementation, including coach training, background checks, and ensuring sites have the curriculum, materials, and support needed for successful seasons. Carly Cardenas, Development & Outreach Coordinator, manages grant funding, partnerships, and reporting. School coordination is supported by site liaisons, including Kayla Yates (Assistant Principal), Williamson Elementary; and Karen Gillard (Instructional Coach), Cordova Meadows.

Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
The goal of the Girls on the Run Title I Access & Empowerment Initiative in Rancho Cordova is to expand equitable access to Girls on the Run (GOTR) programming while strengthening confidence, health, and leadership skills among participating girls; and through engagement of schools, families, and community volunteers, GOTR aims to promote positive school environments, encourage healthy family activities, and fosters community connection through mentorship, youth-led service projects. Together, these efforts contribute to improving the overall health, well-being, and quality of life for Rancho Cordova youth and families.

Goal 1: Expand Access to Youth Development Programming
(Participation Goal)
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—serving 30–45 girls annually in grades 3–8.

Metrics
3 participating schools
10–15 girls per team (full teams)
30–45 girls enrolled and completing the program each season Goal 2: Improve Confidence, Leadership, and Social-Emotional Skills (Impact Goal)
Support participants in developing confidence, resilience, and leadership skills through structured lessons and mentorship.

Metrics
85% of participants report increased confidence and self-belief in postseason surveys 85% of participants report improved peer relationships and sense of belonging
Surveys administered to participants, families, schools, and coaches to capture the full scope of program impact
Goal 3: Promote Health and Physical Activity (Impact Goal) Encourage lifelong healthy habits through running-based programming and participation in the culminating Girls on the Run 5K.

Metrics
100% program completion rate among participants
100% of participants complete the Girls on the Run 5K
85% of participants report increased comfort and participation in physical activity in post-season surveys
Goal 4: Strengthen School Climate (Impact Goal)
Encourage positive peer interactions, leadership, and kindness within participating schools as girls apply program lessons in their classrooms and school communities.

Metrics
80% of teachers and coaches report improvements in participant leadership, kindness, and peer inclusion in post-season surveys Completion of one youth-led community impact project per team, documented by coaches and reported to GOTR Greater Sacramento Goal 5: Strengthen Community Engagement (Impact Goal)
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Engage families, schools, and volunteers in supporting participants and celebrating their achievements.

Metrics
2–4 volunteer coaches per team
75% or more of participants supported by a family member or mentor at the culminating 5K
Completion of youth-led community impact projects at each school Additionally, GOTR staff will track enrollment, participation, survey results, and volunteer engagement each season to measure progress and ensure program goals remain focused and achievable.

Optional File Upload: Provide any additional records to supplement your program/project application. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

GOTR_Letter_of_Endorsement.pdf
GOTR–_TITLE_1_ACCESS_EMPOWERMENT_INITATIVE_-_PROGRAM_DESCRIPTION.pdf 2 - Funding & Costs
Funding Request -
Complete this
section with total
dollar amounts for
your
project/program's
costs
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the City of Rancho Cordova. If your project/program is awarded, the costs identified below would be reviewed and potentially open to modification during a contracting phase (if a grant is awarded by the City Council). If awarded, grant funds are not available until a contract is executed during Fiscal Year 2026-2027.

Total project/program
cost*
7050
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
7050
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
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What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
2325
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
2700
What is the total cost
of any miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
2025
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

GOTR_Title_1_Access_And_Empowerment_-_Rancho_Budget.pdf Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
Yes, actively seeking funding support or have secured additional funding support for this project/program.

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Describe any funding
secured or being
sought for this
project/program.

Girls on the Run Greater Sacramento is pursuing a diversified funding strategy to support expansion to Title 1 Schools within Greater Sacramento (Yolo, Sacramento, El Dorado and Placer Counties). Funds secured within this pursuit, are divided within all scholarship participants, including those who would benefit from our Title I Access & Empowerment Initiative – Rancho Cordova.

In addition to this request to the City of Rancho Cordova Community Enhancement & Investment Fund (CEIF), the organization has applied for several grants to help expand scholarship funding for girls attending Title I schools, including the Roseville Rotary Grant, Sacramento County Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Grant, Soroptimist International Blanche Edgar and Shirley Godfrey Grant, Sac Metro Inspire Giving Grant, and the American Eagle Foundation Grant. These are grants that we have applied to in 2026 and are awaiting responses.

Girls on the Run also generates significant scholarship funding through community fundraising initiatives. The organization participates in Big Day of Giving (May 7) and plans to increase its fundraising goal this year from $25,000 to $30,000, to help address growing scholarship demand. In addition, the annual Tee for Her Future Golf Tournament (September 11) has a fundraising goal of $35,000, all of which will support Title I school scholarships. GOTR will also host its annual International Day of the Girl online fundraiser (October 11), with a goal of $10,000 to further expand scholarship support.

Finally, Girls on the Run Greater Sacramento continues to actively pursue partnerships with local businesses and community leaders—including VSP Global, Sacramento Republic FC, Sutter Health, and UC Davis—to develop additional sponsorships that help sustain and expand programming for girls across the region.

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Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2026/2027, if
applicable.

The primary ongoing costs associated with sustaining the Girls on the Run (GOTR) program beyond Fiscal Year 2026/2027 include program materials, site insurance, participant athletic gear, and the culminating 5K event.

Based on the current program structure serving three teams (30–45 girls), these costs total approximately $7,050 per season, including coach background checks, CPR/First Aid certifications, coach training, site insurance, program materials, running shoes and athletic gear for scholarship participants, and 5K entry fees.

However, these costs can decrease in future seasons as coaches return to the program. Returning coaches typically do not need to repeat background checks, coach training, or CPR/First Aid certifications each year, which reduces program expenses over time. As a result, the primary ongoing costs in future years will largely be limited to participant support and site operations, including program materials, insurance, athletic gear, and 5K participation. With this in mind – to maintain three teams with returning coaches, the on going costs would be $5,400.

GOTR is committed to sustaining these programs long-term through a diversified funding strategy that includes grants, individual donations, corporate sponsorships, and community fundraising initiatives. While grant funding helps expand access to new sites, the organization also generates scholarship funding through major fundraising efforts such as Big Day of Giving, the Tee for Her Future Golf Tournament, and the International Day of the Girl online fundraising campaign. Together, these initiatives generate critical scholarship funding that supports participation at Title I schools.

In addition, Girls on the Run continues to expand partnerships with local businesses and community organizations, including companies such as VSP Global, Sacramento Republic FC, Sutter Health, and UC Davis, to develop sponsorship opportunities that support program sustainability.

Through this combination of diversified revenue streams, community partnerships, and volunteer engagement, GOTR is well positioned to sustain programming at Williamson Elementary, Cordova Meadows, and Peter Shields Elementary in future seasons.

Do you have
volunteer or in-kind
support for your
project? This could
include volunteers for
an activity/event that
is ongoing or a onetime experience.

No
Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for
multiple years?
Single Year
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Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
No
3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2026 through June 2027. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/13/2026
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
5/8/2027
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
July 2026 – School Outreach & Coach Recruitment
• Confirm participation with three Title I schools: Williamson Elementary, Cordova Meadows Elementary, and Peter Shields Elementary. • Recruit volunteer coaches through school networks and the Rancho Cordova community.
• Conduct coach training, background checks (Live Scan), and CPR/First Aid certification.

Outcome: Three Girls on the Run teams established with *6 trained and certified volunteer coaches (2 per team).

August 2026 – Participant Recruitment
• Provide schools with marketing materials and support outreach to families and the broader community.
• Coordinate with school staff to recruit participants.

Outcome: Full enrollment for Fall 2026 teams.

September 2026 – Fall Season Launch
• Deliver curriculum materials and program supplies.
• Host a Gear Pick-Up Day for coaches and participants (running shoes, sports bras, socks, and program materials).
• Begin the 8-week Girls on the Run program.

Outcome: Girls and coaches are fully equipped for a successful season.

November 2026 – Fall Season Celebration
• Conclude the fall season and celebrate participant achievements. • Share program outcomes with partners and sponsors to support long-term sustainability.

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support.

October 2026 – February 2027 – Spring Outreach & Recruitment • Recruit returning and new volunteer coaches (2 per team). • Conduct coach training and background checks as needed. • Provide marketing materials and support schools with participant recruitment.

Outcome: Full enrollment and trained coaches for Spring 2027 teams.

March – May 2027 – Spring Season & Celebratory 5K
• Launch the spring season with curriculum delivery and a Gear Pick-Up Day.
• Implement the 8-week program at participating schools. • Girls complete the season by participating in the Girls on the Run Greater Sacramento 5K (May 8, 2027) with a parent, guardian, or mentor.

Outcome: Girls demonstrate increased confidence, physical activity, and social-emotional skills while celebrating their accomplishments at the culminating community 5K.

Because the program is implemented across both Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 seasons, the timeline provides flexibility to adapt to each school’s academic calendar, staffing capacity, and student recruitment cycles. If a school is unable to host during the fall semester, the program can be implemented in the spring season instead, ensuring that all participating schools have the opportunity to successfully launch a Girls on the Run team while maintaining program quality and full enrollment.

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What challenges do
you anticipate in your
project/program's
implementation?
What is your plan to
complete your
project/program
should those or other
challenges arise?
The primary challenge in implementing this program is recruiting volunteer coaches. Girls on the Run relies on volunteer coaches—typically teachers, school staff, parents, or community members—to facilitate the program at each school site. Because each team requires at least two coaches, ensuring that enough qualified volunteers are available can occasionally delay program launch at a particular school.

To address this challenge, Girls on the Run Greater Sacramento has developed a multi-layered recruitment strategy. We work closely with school administrators and teachers to identify potential coaches within the school community and provide clear information about the manageable time commitment (two practices per week for eight weeks). We also recruit through parent networks, community partners, local businesses, and volunteer organizations.

In addition, we reduce barriers for volunteers by covering the cost of coach training, background checks, and CPR/First Aid certification. Our staff provides hands-on support throughout the season—including training, curriculum guidance, and ongoing communication—to ensure coaches feel confident and supported.

Because the program runs in both fall and spring seasons, we also have built-in flexibility. If a school needs additional time to secure coaches, the program can be launched in the following season. This approach helps ensure that each team is fully staffed and able to deliver the program with the quality and consistency that Girls on the Run is known for.

How many individuals
does your
project/program
serve?
45 How many Rancho
Cordova residents
does your
project/program
serve?
600-1200
4 - Project/Program Location
Address Verification If you need to check if your project is in Rancho Cordova, type in your program/project's location in the Assessor Parcel Viewer:
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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
(12:00 p.m.) on
March 6, 2026, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Primary street
address of
project/program
Williamson Elementary: 2275 Benita Drive
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Rancho Cordova
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95670
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If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.

Cordova Meadows Elementary School: 2550 La Loma Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Peter Shields Elementary School: 10434 Georgetown Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Third Party Letters of
Support (Note:

Combine multiple
files in one pdf
before uploading)
Does your
project/program
involve one of
Rancho Cordova's
school districts?
Yes
Is the
project/program
requesting facility
use only or is this a
request to partner
with the school
district?
Facility Use Only. Visit the school district website for facility use information.

Please select all the
school districts which
your project/program
intends to involve:

Folsom Cordova USD
Please select one or
more of the Folsom
Cordova Unified
School District
school facilities
which your
project/program will
involve:

Cordova Meadows Elementary School
Peter J. Shields Elementary School
Williamson Elementary School
Have you reached
out to a contact at
the school(s) you
indicated above?
Yes
Please provide the
names of your
contacts at the
school(s) or
district(s) who are
familiar with your
project/program.

Williamson Elementary: Kayla Yates (Assistant Principal) Cordova Meadows: Karen Gillard (Instructional Coach)
Peter Shields: PTA and Principal Bosque
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Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Carly
Cardenas
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
Girls On The Run Greater Sacramento
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Development and Outreach Coordinator
Provide contact
phone number:
+
Provide contact
email:
[email protected]
Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
If your
project/program was
awarded the
requested funds, are
you authorized to
sign the contract for
your organization?
No, someone else would sign the contract
If selected by the
City Council to
receive an award,
what is the name of
the person at your
organization who
would sign the
contract?
Stephanie
Tseu
What is the title of
this individual?
Executive Director
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Internal Form
Score n/a
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Girls on the Run Greater Sacramento
Title I Access & Empowerment Initiative – Rancho
Cordova
Project Budget
Budget Category CEIF Request ($) Other Funding ($) In-Kind ($) Total ($) Coach Background Checks (6 × $50) $300 $0 $0 $300
Program Materials (3 × $250) $750 $0 $0 $750
CPR & First Aid Certifications (6 × $100) $600 $0 $0 $600 Coach GOTR Training (6 × $125) $750 $0 $0 $750
Site Insurance (3 × $125) $375 $0 $0 $375
Running Shoes, Socks and Sports Bras (45 × $60) $2,700 $0 $0 $2,700 5K Entry (45 × $35) $1,575 $0 $0 $1,575
TOTAL PROJECT COST $7,050 $0 $0 $7,050
Funding Summary: The total project cost of $7,050 is requested from the City of Rancho Cordova Community Enhancement & Investment Fund (CEIF). Girls on the Run Greater Sacramento also leverages in-kind contributions such as volunteer coach time, school facilities, and community partnerships to support program delivery.

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GOTR– TITLE 1 ACCESS & EMPOWERMENT INITATIVE – RANCHO CORDOVA Project Description: Describe the project/program in detail and how it benefits the community based on the City’s Community Enhancement & Investment Fund guidelines and selection criteria. If you need more room to answer the question, please attach additional items in the File Upload section below. (750 Words) GIRLS ON THE Run (GOTR) OVERVIEW
Girls on the Run (GOTR) is a youth development program that empowers girls in grades 3–8 to build confidence, leadership skills, and lifelong healthy habits through a research-based curriculum that combines physical activity with social-emotional learning. Since launching in the Sacramento region in 2003, GOTR has partnered with schools across Sacramento, Yolo, Placer, and El Dorado counties, serving more than 7,800 girls and engaging hundreds of volunteer coaches who mentor and support participants each season.

During each eight-week season, participants meet twice a week with trained volunteer coaches who guide them through interactive lessons focused on goal setting, resilience, emotional regulation, teamwork, and positive decision-making. By pairing movement with meaningful discussion, GOTR helps girls strengthen their mental well-being, develop a strong sense of self, and discover the confidence to lead and positively impact their communities.

Programs are typically held immediately after the school day ends and take place outdoors on school campuses using spaces such as the blacktop, grass field, or running track through the district’s facility use process.

A core priority of our organization is ensuring equitable access to programming. Currently, 66% of GOTR participants receive financial scholarships, allowing girls from families facing financial barriers to participate fully in the program. Scholarship recipients also receive brand-new running shoes, socks, and sports bras, ensuring they have the proper gear to participate comfortably and confidently while setting them up for success throughout the season.

GOTR– TITLE 1 ACCESS & EMPOWERMENT INITATIVE – RANCHO CORDOVA Through the GOTR Title I Access & Empowerment Initiative – Rancho Cordova, we are seeking support from the City of Rancho Cordova to sustain and expand programming at Title I schools within the community. Specifically, funding will allow us to continue GOTR at Williamson Elementary and Cordova Meadows, while expanding access to a new team at Peter Shields Elementary.

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Grant funding will ensure the program is accessible to all interested girls regardless of financial circumstances by covering the full cost of participation, including:

Coach Background Checks (6 × $50) – $300
Program Materials (3 × $250) – $750
CPR & First Aid Certifications (6 × $100) – $600
Coach GOTR Training (6 × $125) – $750
Site Insurance (3 × $125) – $375
Running Shoes, Socks and Sports Bras (45 × $60) – $2,700 5K Entry (45 × $35) – $1,575
Total: $7,050.00
This initiative will serve 45 girls annually across three schools (15 girls per school) in grades 3–8, a critical developmental stage when research shows girls’ confidence declines and participation in physical activity drops significantly. Each participant receives a full scholarship covering program costs, athletic gear, and a 5K entry for a parent or mentor, ensuring equitable access while encouraging meaningful family engagement.

The eight-week program is delivered by 2–4 trained volunteer coaches per site, fostering strong mentor relationships and accountability.

GOTR operates as a community partner that uses school campuses through the district’s Facility Use process. The program is not a district-run after-school program (such as ACES or 4th R). Instead, GOTR independently provides programming while coordinating closely with school staff.

Sessions take place immediately after the school day ends, typically twice per week for approximately 90 minutes, and are held outdoors on available campus spaces such as the blacktop, grass field, or track. The program does not require classroom space or indoor facilities.

This structure allows schools to host the program without requiring district staffing or financial resources while still providing students access to a high-quality enrichment opportunity.

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Post-season surveys consistently show that impact extends beyond participants. Girls apply these skills in classrooms and at home, improving peer relationships, participation, and overall school culture.

While GOTR independently delivers the program, schools play an important partnership role by helping introduce the opportunity to families through tools such as PeachJar flyers, newsletters, or allowing GOTR staff to share information with families during dismissal or school events.

Each team also completes a youth-led community service project—such as park cleanups, anti-bullying campaigns, or gratitude initiatives for essential workers—allowing girls to practice leadership while making a tangible difference in their community.

Through sustaining programs at Williamson Elementary and Cordova Meadows and expanding to Peter Shields Elementary, this initiative will ensure that more girls in Rancho Cordova—particularly those attending Title I schools—have access to a program that builds confidence, promotes healthy lifestyles, and strengthens school communities.

ALLIGNMENT WITH GUIDELINE AND SELECTION CRITERIA
The GOTR Title I Access & Empowerment Initiative – Rancho Cordova directly aligns with the City of Rancho Cordova’s Community Enhancement & Investment Fund (CEIF) guidelines and selection criteria, which prioritize projects that provide clear public benefit and strengthen the community.

COMMUNITY BENEFIT
The program serves 30–45 girls annually at Williamson Elementary, Cordova Meadows, and Peter Shields Elementary, while engaging families, teachers, volunteer coaches, and community members through the season and culminating 5K event.

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
GOTR provides structured after-school programming that builds confidence, leadership skills, resilience, and positive decision-making during a critical developmental stage for girls.

The program takes place immediately after the school day and is facilitated by trained volunteer coaches through GOTR, on school campuses through the district’s facility use process rather than through district-run after-school programs.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS
The program promotes physical activity and healthy lifestyle habits through running-based lessons and goal setting, encouraging long-term engagement in sports and wellness.

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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND CIVIC PARTICIPATION
Girls lead youth-driven service projects that benefit the Rancho Cordova community, reinforcing civic responsibility and community pride.

LOCAL IMPACT IN RANCHO CORDOVA
Programming will take place at three Rancho Cordova Title I schools, directly benefiting local students, families, and school communities.

PUBLIC ACCESS AND EQUITY
Grant funding ensures the program is fully accessible to all girls regardless of financial circumstances, covering participation costs, athletic gear, and family engagement in the culminating 5K event.

Through this initiative, the City’s investment will support a proven youth development program that strengthens school communities, promotes healthy lifestyles, and empowers young girls to become confident leaders who positively impact Rancho Cordova.

NEED FOR FUNDING
Economic hardship has significantly increased the need for financial assistance among families participating in GOTR. Over the past two years, the percentage of participants requiring scholarships has increased from 58% to 66%, reflecting growing financial pressure on families and reduced access to extracurricular opportunities for many students.

At the same time, the cost of essential program components—particularly running shoes —has increased significantly, nearly doubling. These rising costs, combined with increased demand for scholarships, have placed additional pressure on our organization’s ability to fully fund participation for girls at Title I schools.

Williamson Elementary and Cordova Meadows have both demonstrated strong demand for the program, consistently filling their teams with students eager to participate each season. In previous years, GOTR has been able to support these sites through a combination of foundation grants and philanthropic funding designated for scholarships.

However, grant funding available to nonprofits declined significantly over the past year, resulting in fewer available scholarship dollars across our region.

As a result, our scholarship fund is experiencing greater demand with fewer available funding sources. Many families at these schools are unable to cover participation costs, and without scholarship support, a significant number of girls would not have the opportunity to participate.

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investment will provide critical stability as GOTR implements new fundraising strategies designed to strengthen long-term scholarship funding. These efforts will help ensure that all three programs remain accessible and sustainable for years to come, allowing more girls across the Rancho Cordova community to benefit from the program.

SUSTAINABILITY
GOTR maintains a diversified funding model that includes individual donors, foundation grants, corporate sponsorships, community partnerships, fundraising events, and program fees. This diversified approach allows the organization to sustain programming across the region while ensuring equitable access for girls from families facing financial barriers.

The program is also supported by a strong network of trained volunteer coaches and longstanding school partnerships, which significantly reduces program delivery costs and strengthens long-term sustainability. These partnerships create consistent program infrastructure at participating schools and allow teams to operate efficiently each season.

GOTR also has a proven track record of sustaining programs at Title I schools over multiple years. For example, Cordova Meadows Elementary has hosted a GOTR team since 2021, while other Title I sites—including Oak Ridge Elementary, Leataata Floyd Elementary, and Smythe Academy—have successfully operated both Spring and Fall seasons since 2021.

These long-standing partnerships demonstrate strong community demand and the organization’s ability to maintain stable programming once teams are established.

To further strengthen sustainability, GOTR continues to expand its fundraising and community partnership strategies. In addition to pursuing new grant opportunities, the organization is increasing outreach to local businesses and employers, including companies such as VSP Global, California Family Fitness, and other Sacramento-area organizations, to develop sponsorships that help sustain programming at local schools.

Community-based fundraising initiatives—including the annual Tee for Her Future Golf Tournament and a newly launched International Day of the Girl online fundraising campaign—are also helping to build a broader base of support for scholarships and program expansion.

Support from the City of Rancho Cordova Community Enhancement & Investment Fund will help stabilize scholarship funding for Rancho Cordova schools while GOTR continues to grow these community partnerships and diversified revenue streams. Through this investment, the City will help ensure that GOTR programming remains accessible, sustainable, and impactful for Rancho Cordova students and families for years to come.

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City of Rancho Cordova Powered by Submittable
Title Harris Center for the Arts
ClassACTS School Matinee
Program
by Sue Byrne in Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Community Enhancement & Investment Fund
Grant Application
1919 Spanos Court
Sacramento, California
95825
California
United States
[email protected]
03/06/2026
id. 53410510
Original Submission 03/06/2026
Score n/a
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Yes: First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Harris Center for the Arts ClassACTS School Matinee Program Which category does
your Project/Program
align with?
Youth Programs & Services
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
The ClassACTS School Matinee Program will enable approximately 800 3rd and 4th grade students and their chaperones from across the city of Rancho Cordova to experience live theatre at the Harris Center for the Arts by providing free tickets and transportation to performances which are specifically produced for school-age children.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
Project overview
ClassACTS invites students from low-resource (“Title I”) elementary schools across the city of Rancho Cordova to experience the wonder and excitement of live theatre through attendance at matinee performances of productions including Cinderella and Rumpelstiltskin in the 2026-27 school year. Elementary schools including, but not limited to, Cordova Gardens, Navigator, Rancho Cordova, and Williamson Elementary will be provided with free tickets and transportation to the Harris Center’s for the Arts’ (HCA) Stage 1 for engaging, interactive performances. The productions, along with additional titles to be determined in future years, are adapted and produced for school audiences to ensure age-appropriate, curriculumaligned engagement.

The Project Coordinator will leverage existing relationships with Folsom Cordova Unified School District (FCUSD) to identify participating Title I schools and will work with school contacts on scheduling and logistics, including transportation. Schools will be able to select whether they attend the fall or spring performance; a total of 800 students and chaperones across both performances are eligible to attend. While equitable access across school districts is an important part of our process, we defer to FCUSD to confirm participation among eligible schools.

Performances are developed and delivered in partnership with Panto USA, a production company that specializes in theatrical experiences designed specifically for young audiences and particularly those in grades 3 and 4.

Performances are scheduled once in fall and once in spring.

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been inside a theater and have never experienced live theatre. The series is designed to expand equitable access to the arts, inspiring creativity and enhancing learning among local students through multicultural and multidisciplinary performances. Alongside the experience in the HCA, teachers will be provided with a study guide and instructional packet to use in their classroom, thereby supporting public schools to introduce more of the arts into their curriculum for the year. By covering the cost of transportation from schools to HCA, we are ensuring that schools without access to school buses or without the resources to pay for charter buses are still able to participate.

Last year, 1,231 Rancho Cordova Title I elementary students from eight schools attended the spring production of Treasure Island. While this was funded through one-time left-over Rancho Cordova Promise dollars, feedback was overwhelmingly positive and we would now like to expand the reach of the ClassACTs program to include more low-income students and schools from across Rancho Cordova.

How it benefits the Rancho Cordova community
It is a misconception that people from low-income backgrounds are not interested in the arts. They are. However, systemic barriers limit their opportunity to fully engage in the arts. According to the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), one of the most significant barriers is economic, meaning the cost of admission to a performance or event can be financially out of reach for those with limited financial resources. The NEA research also found that the cost of attending an arts event goes beyond the price of a ticket and includes things like transportation and parking costs. But schools, including Title I schools in lower socioeconomic communities, typically receive less funding than those in more affluent areas and, as a result, may lack the resources to develop or provide arts education. For this reason, HCA’s ClassACTS program provides instructional materials to accompany the performances for teachers to use as part of their curriculum. By providing free tickets and covering transportation costs through the ClassACTS program, we can directly address the common barriers of cost and the difficulty of getting to the venue, thereby supporting engagement in the arts by those who may otherwise find it difficult.

Attending professional artistic performances enriches students’ educational experience by reinforcing literacy, cultural awareness, empathy, and creative expression — critical skills linked to academic achievement and lifelong learning. By providing related study guides and classroom resources to schools, the program becomes a curriculum-aligned arts education extension that supports teachers and inspires students who might not otherwise have access to the arts.

By serving Rancho Cordova students and families, ClassACTS directly supports artistic engagement, access to cultural programming, and equitable arts experiences for youth in a community that has limited local arts performance venues. This investment elevates youth creativity, strengthens community cultural life, and complements local education by exposing students to high-quality arts experiences early in life — a recognized contributor to improved academic outcomes and community ITEM 3.1. ATTACHMENT 4

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pride.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Amber Shaver, HCA Center Manager, is the Project Director and is responsible for implementing the project with fidelity. Charlene Bastian, ClassACTS Coordinator, will be responsible for the day-to-day implementation of the project. She will:
● Coordinate reservations and map out seating charts for school performances
● Compile curriculum-related materials, deliver to school sites and educate students and teachers;
● Coordinate transportation to and from school sites;
● Maintain list of schools and contacts in each school district; ● Be flexible to accommodate school schedules
As the current ClassACTS Coordinator, Charlene is highly familiar with both HCA and school district processes
Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
The overarching objective of ClassACTS is to expand access to the arts for students from low-resource schools across the city. By offering highquality, professionally produced performances, we aim to spark inspiration, foster creativity and cultivate an appreciation for the arts among these students.

Goal 1 — Expand Access: Provide free seats for Rancho Cordova schools to attend a ClassACTS matinee in either fall 2026 or spring 2027 (up to 800 students and chaperones total).

Goal 2 — Educational Impact: Distribute an educational study guide for each performance to teachers and gather post-performance student/teacher feedback to assess engagement and learning outcomes.

Goal 3 — Community Engagement: Strengthen arts exposure for local youth by partnering with Rancho Cordova schools for performances.

Goal 4 — Equity & Inclusion: Ensure students from low-income families and underserved groups receive priority placement and additional support (e.g., transportation funding).

Progress will be measured by attendance numbers, school and district participation demographic participation, post-event feedback surveys among participating schools, and teacher testimonials and will occur after each performance.

Optional File Upload: Provide any additional records to supplement your program/project application. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

CLASSACTS_REPORT_S25.pdf
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2 - Funding & Costs
Funding Request -
Complete this
section with total
dollar amounts for
your
project/program's
costs
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the City of Rancho Cordova. If your project/program is awarded, the costs identified below would be reviewed and potentially open to modification during a contracting phase (if a grant is awarded by the City Council). If awarded, grant funds are not available until a contract is executed during Fiscal Year 2026-2027.

Total project/program
cost*
34000
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
17000
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
11000
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
4000
What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of any miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
2000
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Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

ClassActsBudget.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
Yes, actively seeking funding support or have secured additional funding support for this project/program.

Describe any funding
secured or being
sought for this
project/program.

This request seeks funding to support two ClassACTS performances annually – one in fall and one in spring. Schools may choose which performance their students attend, with total attendance across both performances reaching up to 800 Rancho Cordova students and chaperones. Funding received will be allocated across both performances and will exclusively support Rancho Cordova participants.

While the funding amount requested is equivalent to the cost of fully funding one ClassACTS performance, it is intentionally spread across two performances to maximize flexibility for school scheduling. The proposal is submitted as a multi-year request, reflecting the ongoing, annual nature of the program and our desire to ensure a new cohort of 3rd and 4th grade students from across Rancho Cordova have the opportunity to attend each year.

LRCF has a dedicated staff committed to pursuing and securing long-term funding for the ClassACTS program. We have secured grant support from County of Sacramento, the Latrobe Fund, Robert R. and Star Pepper Foundation, and individual contributions which, alongside this CEIF request, will ensure we are able to offer free tickets and transportation to schools.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2026/2027, if
applicable.

Operating costs remain consistent each year and include staff costs, artist fees, marketing and outreach, transportation, equipment and educational resources, box office fees and accessibility services such as interpreters and describers.

Do you have
volunteer or in-kind
support for your
project? This could
include volunteers for
an activity/event that
is ongoing or a onetime experience.

Yes
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Please share the
total dollar amount
for volunteer/in-kind
support using $34.79
as the national rate
for a volunteer hour.

Source: Value of
Volunteer Time
9046
Please provide a worksheet explaining your volunteer/in-kind contribution. You may upload a file in the following formats: CSV, DOC, DOCX, or PDF.

Value_of_Volunteer_Time.pdf
Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for
multiple years?
Multiple Years
If requesting CEIF
grant funding for
multiple years,
please share how
many years?
3 For requests
spanning multiple
years, share the
dollar amount
requested per year.

FY2026-2027: $17,000
FY2027-2028: $17,000
FY2028-2029: $17,000
For
projects/programs
that span multiple
years, please
describe your
sustainability plan
and whether it is
viable as a single
year request.

As described above, the Los Rios Colleges Foundation has a dedicated staff team committed to securing long-term funding for the ClassACTs program through grants and individual contributions. We have seen over the years how valuable this program is to schools, children and families who may not otherwise be able to experience live theatre and this is reflected in the support we have received from other funders and individuals. A grant from the Community Enhancement and Investment Fund would, additionally, serve as a wonderful catalyst to raise more philanthropic support for the ClassACTs program.

The cost per performance is $17,000 dollars. It is, therefore, viable as a single year request although this would limit participation among Rancho Cordova schools to one performance in the 2026-27 school year only.

Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
No
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3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2026 through June 2027. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2026
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2027
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
The ClassACTS program has a proven calendar structure with established partnerships and logistical processes. With committed performance partners and confirmed dates, the program is ready to implement immediately with awarded funds, ensuring timely completion within the required period.

July–August 2026: Finalize performance selection, outreach to schools, logistics planning, development of instructional materials and classroom resources
September 2026 and January 2027: Distribute promotional and educational materials
October 2026 and March 2027: Schedule and host ClassACTS school matinees
October - November 2026 and March – April 2027: Collect feedback, evaluate outcomes, and report to CEIF
All activities will conclude by June 30, 2027, in accordance with CEIF requirements.

What challenges do
you anticipate in your
project/program's
implementation?
What is your plan to
complete your
project/program
should those or other
challenges arise?
Challenge: Uncertain school district participation due to scheduling conflicts.

Solution: Early outreach to Rancho Cordova and neighboring schools in summer 2026, and flexible matinee scheduling for both fall and spring performances.

Challenge: Transportation costs are out-of-reach for participants.

Solution: Budgeted transportation support line item and coordination with school administrators to share resources.

Challenge: Lack of available buses to transport students from school to HCA
Solution: Schools may hire private charter buses and be reimbursed by the ClassActs program for hire costs.

How many individuals
does your
project/program
serve?
2,600
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How many Rancho
Cordova residents
does your
project/program
serve?
800
4 - Project/Program Location
Address Verification If you need to check if your project is in Rancho Cordova, type in your program/project's location in the Assessor Parcel Viewer:
https://assessorparcelviewer.saccounty.gov/jsviewer/assessor.html School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
(12:00 p.m.) on
March 6, 2026, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

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Primary street
address of
project/program
1919 Spanos Court
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Sacramento
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95825
If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.

Harris Center for the Arts, 10 College Parkway, Folsom, CA 95 Third Party Letters of Support (Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading) Harris_Center_ClassACTS_Letters_of_Endorsement.pdf
Does your
project/program
involve one of
Rancho Cordova's
school districts?
Yes
Is the
project/program
requesting facility
use only or is this a
request to partner
with the school
district?
Partner with school on project/program
Please select all the
school districts which
your project/program
intends to involve:

Folsom Cordova USD
Please select one or
more of the Folsom
Cordova Unified
School District
school facilities
which your
project/program will
involve:

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Have you reached
out to a contact at
the school(s) you
indicated above?
Yes
Please provide the
names of your
contacts at the
school(s) or
district(s) who are
familiar with your
project/program.

Mindy Andrus
Coordinator, Visual and Performing Arts
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
[email protected]
Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Sue
Byrne
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
Los Rios Colleges Foundation
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Director of Grants Management
Provide contact
phone number:
+
Provide contact
email:
[email protected]
Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
If your
project/program was
awarded the
requested funds, are
you authorized to
sign the contract for
your organization?
No, someone else would sign the contract
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If selected by the
City Council to
receive an award,
what is the name of
the person at your
organization who
would sign the
contract?
Paula
Allison
What is the title of
this individual?
President
What is the best
phone number where
we could contact the
signatory?
+
What is the best
email address to
contact the
signatory?
[email protected]
By checking here, I
confirm that I am
aware that my
application materials
will become public
record.
checked
Thank you for applying to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Grant Cycle. Applicants will receive an automated response through the grant portal. Community Enhancement & Investment Fund (CEIF) Staff will follow up with any questions regarding your Fiscal Year 2026-2027 application. For information about the next steps in the CEIF grant process, visit our website for more information. It is anticipated that applications will be reviewed by the City Council starting in April 2026 with adoption in June 2026. Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

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ClassACTS Annual Budget
Budget Category CEIF Request
Other Funding
(Secured) Total
Performance Fees
(Artist/Production) $7,000 $7,000 $14,000
Transportation for Schools $4,000 $4,000 $8,000
Educational Materials and Study
Guides $2,000 $2,000 $4,000
Staff Coordination and Planning $2,500 $2,500 $5,000
Marketing Outreach to Rancho
Cordova schools $1,000 $1,000 $2,000
Accesibility Accommodations (ASL,
sensory) $500 $500 $1,000
Total $17,000 $17,000 $34,000
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Value of Volunteer Time
Volunteer value is determined on a per-performance basis and calculated based on number of volunteers x hours worked x Independent Sector volunteer rate. 26 volunteers x 5 hours x $34.79 = $4,523 per performance. 2 performances per year: $4,523 x 2 = $9,046 per year
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Visual and Performing ArtsDepartment
1965 Birkmont Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA 95742 (916) 294-2413 Fax: (916) 294-9020 Mindy Andrus, Coordinator Lisa Vaca, Administrative Assistant [email protected] [email protected]
March 2026
To Whom It May Concern,
As the Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) Coordinator for the Folsom Cordova Unified School District, I am honored to provide this letter of support for The Los Rios College's Foundation, who manages the Harris Center’s Class Act Title 1 program.

This inspiring project is deeply aligned with our district’s vision to nurture the whole child by providing Visual and Performing Arts experiences and instruction, integrating creativity, providing opportunities for social-emotional learning, and community engagement. The Harris Center and staff are incredibly professional, organized, timely, friendly and our experience working with them has been greatly rewarding. They have provided lessons ahead of the performance so classroom teachers can prepare students for the performance. Working with the team at the Harris Center has been delightful.

Research shows that students who engage in expressive arts programs experience improved self-awareness, stronger relationships, and increased capacity for empathy and community. Additionally, research shows that students who engage in the arts are more likely to engage in school, have improved attendance, become part of the school community and show school pride. Experiences like these help students become more well rounded individuals.

The Folsom Cordova Unified School District has partnered with the Harris Center and the Los Rios College Foundation to bring hundreds of elementary students to engage in live theater. Many of our students who have attended the Class Act program had never experienced live theater. This quality program brings storytelling to life through song, dance, humor, audience participation and so much more. Our elementary age students who have attended these productions fully engage with the characters, story line and the message. We have received hundreds of thank you cards, pictures and letters from students where they share how much they enjoyed the show, or which characters they liked the most. Many of our students who attended as elementary students are now enrolled in music, drama and dance classes at our middle and high school programs. We like to think exposure to this type of performance has inspired our students to continue to engage in the arts.

We are proud to endorse The Los Rios College Foundation's efforts to continue to bring Class Acts and live theater to students who would otherwise most likely not have this type of experience. This program is innovative and impactful; it uplifts students and opens up the doors of imagination and creativity.

Please reach out to me if you have any questions.

Sincerely,
Mindy Andrus
Mindy Andrus, M.Ed
Coordinator, Visual and Performing Arts
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City of Rancho Cordova Powered by Submittable
Title NorCal Arts Theatre classes and
After School Theatre production
at Williamson, Cordova Gardens
and Cordova Villa Elementary
schools
by Michele Hillen-Noufer in Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Community Enhancement & Investment Fund
Grant Application
803 Vallejo Way
Sacramento , California
95818
CA
United States
[email protected]
03/06/2026
id. 53410301
Original Submission 03/06/2026
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No: Not a First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

NorCal Arts Theatre classes and After School Theatre production at Williamson, Cordova Gardens and Cordova Villa Elementary schools Which category does
your Project/Program
align with?
Youth Programs & Services
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
NorCal Arts will provide every classroom at Williamson Elementary, Cordova Gardens Elementary, and Cordova Villa Elementary with 10 Theater Arts and Conflict Resolution (Social Emotional Learning) integrated classes. NorCal Arts will also provide all 3 schools with an after-school production and after-school performing arts classes for students.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
During the 2026-27 school year, the NorCal Arts Outreach Program will offer our integrated theatre arts and conflict resolution (social-emotional learning -SEL) residency and after-school theatre production to 460 students at Williamson Elementary, 271 students at Cordova Gardens Elementary, and 440 students at Cordova Villa Elementary, serving a total of 1,171 students. All three schools are located within FCUSD and have a Title I designation. Students interested in expanding their connection to theatre arts have the option to participate in a musical theatre production during the spring of 2027 in the after-school space.

Integrated Theatre Arts and Conflict Resolution program classes are delivered throughout the regular school day in collaboration with classroom teachers. These classes are led by a NorCal Teaching Artist who weaves social-emotional learning and conflict resolution capacity-building signature practices into the arts lessons. Classes support emerging bilingual learners in a culturally responsive and inclusive environment. This culturally responsive classroom program challenges students to utilize their creativity while learning vital collaboration and communication skills. Through the application of the creative process, students learn empathy and resiliency while participating in a curriculum that includes theatre, music, poetry, improvisation, dance, and creative writing. The active and engaged learning environment provides meaningful ways for students to develop new skills.

Students build empathy muscles when they step into a character role and have to understand the character’s motivations and experiences. This skill transfers to other areas of the student’s life and creates a practical experience they can reflect on when compassion is needed. Mental wellness is addressed by creating a vehicle for self-expression in a safe and supportive environment. Students learn to trust themselves and their ITEM 3.1. ATTACHMENT 4

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decision-making abilities while developing higher-order thinking skills during improvisation exercises.

These classes act as a professional development opportunity for the classroom teachers by providing resources to learn how to integrate SEL strategies through theatre arts as they participate in the process.

Curriculum and lesson plans align with the CA State Arts and English Language Art (ELA) Standards and are shared with teachers so exercises can continue once the program concludes.

During the spring of 2027, students interested in expanding their theatre arts experience participate in an after-school project-based learning model that culminates in a family and community engagement event. This theatrical musical production includes sets, costumes, lighting, sound, and the cutest talent you have ever seen! Families are proud of their children as they sing, dance, and act their way through shows like Finding Nemo Kids, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, or The Lion King Jr.

This collaborative project engages students in the arts, supports selfexpression and provides multiple pathways for student self-exploration.

This positively responds to mental health, isolation, and socialization challenges resulting from COVID and the overuse of technology while increasing confidence, creating a sense of belonging, and building authentic connections to self, peers, and the community. Through the City of Rancho Cordova Community Enhancement and Investment Fund, students benefit from SEL and conflict resolution training, arts engagement, theatre training, and a theatrical music production they would not otherwise have access to.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
NorCal Arts staff are responsible for the delivery of the project.

Michele Hillen-Noufer, M. Ed., AEA, SAG, Executive Director, is an arts advocate and administrator, arts integration specialist, and adjunct faculty member at California State University, Sacramento.

Emilee Mercado, Outreach Director, has more than a decade of experience in dance education and youth programming. She is committed to expanding equitable access to arts instruction and fostering opportunities for students.

Cynthia Melgoza has been a music educator for 30 years, 18 years as Visual and Performing Arts Department Head at Capital Christian School and currently NorCal Arts music director.

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Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
The NorCal program is intentionally aligned with the City of Rancho Cordova Community Enhancement and Investment Fund priorities and uses qualitative and quantitative program assessments for progress monitoring.

Goal 1: Provide integrated arts sessions aligned with CA State Art and ELA Standards to 460 students at Williamson, 271 students at Cordova Gardens Elementary School, and 440 students at Cordova Villa Elementary School.

Goal 2: Provide age-appropriate conflict resolution strategies, utilizing theatre as a tool to practice empathy and positive peer communication.

Goal 3: Create culturally responsive and inclusive arts learning environments for students, including emerging bilingual learners.

Goal 4: Provide SEL, conflict resolution and arts curriculum, resources, and professional development for teachers, equipping them with skills to continue to guide the integrated arts process.

Goal 5: Train students on positive self and peer assessment and constructive discernment models.

Goal 6: Produce a family and community engagement culminating in a theatrical musical performance showcase featuring students.

Goal 7: Utilize Theatre Arts as a tool to increase student confidence, create a sense of belonging, and build authentic personal connections.

NorCal Arts’ goal at Williamson Elementary, Cordova Gardens Elementary, and Cordova Villa Elementary is to provide theatre arts classes for students that can also act as a professional development for teachers on integrating theatre and social emotional learning (conflict resolution) strategies. These classes will further engage students and support their emotional and academic well-being. NorCal Arts will provide an after-school theatre program at all three schools to help students obtain life skills related to increased ability and confidence with public speaking, self-management, communication, and collaboration. Student involvement in theater arts and SEL-integrated activities provides students with critical thinking opportunities to help them in school and beyond. Student engagement in the arts also positively impacts cognition. Upon the completion of the program, NorCal’s Executive Director will provide an impact report to include video and photo documentation of the students’ final presentation and the productions. The impact report will include information on the specific ELA, SEL, and Theatre standards achieved, as well as survey results. NorCal management will observe teaching artists in the classroom and review daily reports. After each class, classroom teachers are asked to fill out a survey that is programmed to go directly to the teaching artist and the Executive Director/Program Manager so that feedback can be immediately incorporated into the next lesson. Student progress will be notated throughout the process. Formative assessments will be woven into the lesson plans throughout the artistic process of both the classes and the after-school theater program. The curriculum will be created through a backward design approach, with the summative assessment (final outcomes) referred to during the curriculum creation process.

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Optional File Upload: Provide any additional records to supplement your program/project application. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

Williamson_Aristocats_Performance_Flyer.pdf
2 - Funding & Costs
Funding Request -
Complete this
section with total
dollar amounts for
your
project/program's
costs
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the City of Rancho Cordova. If your project/program is awarded, the costs identified below would be reviewed and potentially open to modification during a contracting phase (if a grant is awarded by the City Council). If awarded, grant funds are not available until a contract is executed during Fiscal Year 2026-2027.

Total project/program
cost*
97470
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
75000
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
79470
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
18000
What is the total cost
of any miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
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NorCal_Arts_at_Williamson_Cordova_Gardens_Cordova_Villa_-_Sheet1.pdf Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
Yes, actively seeking funding support or have secured additional funding support for this project/program.

Describe any funding
secured or being
sought for this
project/program.

We are seeking additional funding for this project from the California Arts Council.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2026/2027, if
applicable.

NA
Do you have
volunteer or in-kind
support for your
project? This could
include volunteers for
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How many years has
your project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund?
5 or more years
How much funding
has your organization
received from the
Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
through our
traditional grants (not
including
microgrants)?
147,375
3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2026 through June 2027. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
8/1/2026
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
5/1/2027
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Please describe your
project/program
schedule
NorCal Arts Timeline:

August/September 2026 - Meet with school principals to schedule classroom visitations and a regular day/time for each classroom, decide on the show title for the spring show, and discuss goals.

October-December 2026 - NorCal School staff will implement 10 theater arts/SEL integrated classes in each classroom at Williamson Elementary School, Cordova Gardens Elementary, and Cordova Villa Elementary School. This will have the added benefit of generating excitement about a spring musical. The final class of the 10-class series will include a final presentation for students to share skills obtained.

January 2027 - Auditions and registration take place for April productions.

NorCal Arts (NorCal) invites parent involvement through organized parent meetings that solicit parent engagement (community building) by explaining the process, rehearsal schedules, and time commitment.

January-April 2027 - Rehearsals take place 3-4 days a week, after school, 3 to 4 days a week for 1-2 hours of rehearsal each day. Community and parent engagement occurs by actively getting them involved in helping backstage, costume and props coordination, and helping to engage parents and the community to support the final production.

April 2027 - Dress and tech rehearsals, final presentation, performance, and assessments
Note: At all 3 schools, the principals (Leslee Cottrell, Amber Carter, John Bliss) are extremely supportive of NorCal Arts' programming and realize the need for the students and teachers to have SEL strategies integrated into the arts. This grant would provide an amazing opportunity for students to participate in the arts while receiving the added benefit of addressing student emotional wellness. Theater Arts and SEL integrated classes and rehearsals include: physical and vocal exercises; improvisation games and SEL welcoming signature activities; movement and main lesson. Students devise a final piece and engage in the creative process together to support building community.

What challenges do
you anticipate in your
project/program's
implementation?
What is your plan to
complete your
project/program
should those or other
challenges arise?
The biggest challenge continues to be performance space and where the students perform for their final presentation. Due to a lack of a stage at Williamson and Cordova Villa we utilize the floor of the cafeteria which makes viewing the show challenging for parents. We will continue to use the space provided and make sure the students and the school have the best experience possible.

How many individuals
does your
project/program
serve?
1,171
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How many Rancho
Cordova residents
does your
project/program
serve?
Directly 1,201 and indirectly, approximately 3,003, accounting for families. 4 - Project/Program Location
Address Verification If you need to check if your project is in Rancho Cordova, type in your program/project's location in the Assessor Parcel Viewer:
https://assessorparcelviewer.saccounty.gov/jsviewer/assessor.html School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
(12:00 p.m.) on
March 6, 2026, to
allow for the
endorsement
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Primary street
address of
project/program
Williamson Elementary: 2275 Benita Dr
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Rancho Cordova
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95670
If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.

Cordova Gardens Elementary: 2400 Dawes St, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Cordova Villa Elementary: 10359 S White Rock Rd, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Third Party Letters of Support (Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading) FCUSD_Letters_of_Endorsement_RanchoEnhancementGrant_26-27.pdf Does your
project/program
involve one of
Rancho Cordova's
school districts?
Yes
Is the
project/program
requesting facility
use only or is this a
request to partner
with the school
district?
Partner with school on project/program
Please select all the
school districts which
your project/program
intends to involve:

Folsom Cordova USD
Please select one or
more of the Folsom
Cordova Unified
School District
school facilities
which your
project/program will
involve:

Cordova Gardens Elementary School
Cordova Villa Elementary School
Williamson Elementary School
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Have you reached
out to a contact at
the school(s) you
indicated above?
Yes
Please provide the
names of your
contacts at the
school(s) or
district(s) who are
familiar with your
project/program.

Williamson Elementary School: Principal Leslee Cottrell Cordova Villa Elementary School: Principal Amber Carter Cordova Gardens Elementary School: Principal John Bliss Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Michele
Hillen-Noufer
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
NorCal Arts (dba Nu Art Education, Inc.)
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Executive Director
Provide contact
phone number:

Provide contact
email:
[email protected]
Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
If your
project/program was
awarded the
requested funds, are
you authorized to
sign the contract for
your organization?
No, someone else would sign the contract
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If selected by the
City Council to
receive an award,
what is the name of
the person at your
organization who
would sign the
contract?
Michele
Hillen-Noufer
What is the title of
this individual?
Executive Director, NorCal Arts
What is the best
phone number where
we could contact the
signatory?
+
What is the best
email address to
contact the
signatory?
[email protected]
By checking here, I
confirm that I am
aware that my
application materials
will become public
record.
checked
Thank you for applying to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Grant Cycle. Applicants will receive an automated response through the grant portal. Community Enhancement & Investment Fund (CEIF) Staff will follow up with any questions regarding your Fiscal Year 2026-2027 application. For information about the next steps in the CEIF grant process, visit our website for more information. It is anticipated that applications will be reviewed by the City Council starting in April 2026 with adoption in June 2026. Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

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NorCal Arts at Williamson Elementary, Cordova Gardens Elementary and Cordova Villa Elementary Total Budget
Personal for 3 schools
Program administrator for 3 schools Sept - April $15,000.00 Teaching Artists teaching ($55/hour, 57 total classrooms) $31,350.00 Teaching Artists planning ($16/hour, 57 total classrooms) $9,120.00 Creative Staff (Director, Choreographer, Music Director, Stage Manager) $24,000.00 Production/Equipment Costs (set, costume materials, costume design, light rental, sound equipment rental) $18,000.00
Total Cost $97,470.00
Matching funds $22,470.00
Enhancement fund ask $75,000.00
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The presence of NorCal Arts also serves as a vital professional development resource for classroom teachers, equipping them with arts-integration strategies to better address the emotional needs of their students. Furthermore, these productions serve as a bridge to the community, bringing families together and fostering a deep sense of pride within the school neighborhoods.

As noted by the educators on the front lines, this program is a "dream come true" for students who might not otherwise have access to the arts. I strongly recommend your continued investment in NorCal School of the Arts to ensure these students are prepared for a successful future through the power of creative expression.

We are committed to using this opportunity to drive positive change and look forward to the possibility of your support. I can be reached at , if you have any questions.

Regards,
John P. Bliss
Principal
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Soar like a HAWK!
Cordova Villa Elementary School 10359 South White Rock Road Amber Carter, Principal Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Leonardo Zamudio, Asst Principal 916.294.9125 Fax 916.294.2483 Becky Muir, Admin Assistant
March 6, 2026
Re: Continued partnership with NorCal School of the Arts To whom it may concern:

I am writing to express our support for NorCal Arts continuing to provide a Theater Arts Program integrated with Conflict Resolution strategies as well as an after school production at Cordova Villa Elementary. I strongly feel our students at Cordova Villa would benefit from 10 weeks of this program during the school year to support conflict resolution concepts. The arts are a perfect way to deliver Social Emotional Learning and Conflict Resolution strategies, as the Arts already provide so many opportunities for students to connect, build community and act as an outlet for self-expression and creativity.

Teachers and families at Cordova Villa Elementary have seen that bringing the arts into our school deepens the concepts that they are trying to teach in their class and engages students to want to come to school. Prior to NorCal Arts, our resources were unable to support a theater program at our school for many years. Partnering with NorCal Arts has benefited all students, but especially students who learn differently and excel in other ways such as through movement, singing and verbal expression. It has helped students connect to each other in a meaningful way and this Arts Integration program in the classroom also was a professional development for the classroom teachers, providing arts integration strategies and perspectives to address students' emotional needs.

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including collaboration, critical thinking and increased engagement in storytelling and literacy. We would love to bring another production to Cordova Villa Elementary in the 2026-27 school year.

Thank you for your consideration for Cordova Villa Elementary. Thank you for investing in the children in Rancho Cordova as we continue to try to nurture their talents and prepare them for a successful future.

Sincerely,
Amber Carter
Amber Carter
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Peers Inspiring Learning, Leadership and Responsible Service (PILLARS):

Mentoring Rancho Cordova's Youth
Which category does
your Project/Program
align with?
Youth Programs & Services
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
PILLARS is a community-based mentoring program focused on middle and high school students within the Folsom Cordova Unified School District (FCUSD), and potentially other districts servicing Rancho Cordova. The program’s aim is to promote positive behavior, academic improvement, community service, and vocational skill development, while rewarding participants for their accomplishments.

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Provide a
Project/Program
Description
The mission of PILLARS is to empower youth in the Rancho Cordova community to make positive life choices that enable each participant to maximize their personal potential both at school and in the community to better prepare them for life after high school. We believe this will be achieved by providing participants with the opportunity to earn while they learn and serve the Rancho Cordova community by providing them with supplemental educational, social, vocational and community service opportunities. PILLARS envisions a community in which every youth experiences encouraging relationships and an overwhelming sense of academic and community support.

This program addresses the need for strong schools and strong communities, through a partnership involving the City of Rancho Cordova (including not only city government, but its residents, local school districts, local businesses, and community organizations).

The program focuses on students who lack resources and under-achieving scholastically in the Rancho Cordova area. It also brings together city leaders, teachers, community members, and alumni to fulfill mentor rolls for school students in need.

By building strong relationships with the city and school districts, students who need mentors will be identified each year based on staff and teacher recommendations. These students will then be invited to join PILLARS. The program will benefit these students by providing them with various growth opportunities such as educational forums, teambuilding projects, and community service.

The community service aspect of the program provides considerable benefits to the city of Rancho Cordova and its community, while simultaneously providing character building growth for the students who learn the mutual benefits of serving the community.

The success of the program will be measured in multiple ways including, but not limited to, the following:
· Schools should see improved school attendance, lower tardiness rates, fewer suspensions, improved grades, and fewer behavioral issues. All of which will provide improved school experience for both students and faculty.
· Students will also leave high school with a better sense of self-worth and be more prepared for life after high school, which will translate to them being more productive citizens of Rancho Cordova.
· Volunteer hours spent improving the esthetics of Rancho Cordova, supporting community events, as well as supporting individual citizens and businesses with the city.

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Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
PILLARS Team
Board Leader, Terry Raymond
Board Member, Veronica Lane
Board Member, Perry Mansch
School Facilitator, Kiari Savorn (Cordova High School)
School Facilitator, Mike Brannon (Cordova High School)
School Facilitator, Peter Lane (Mitchell Middle School) School Facilitator, Eric Mejia (Mills Middle School)
Provide your
Project/Program
Goals

1. Project Goals
Startup Activities
Establish PILLARS as a 501(C)(3).

Create mentor onboarding and training curriculum, ensure all mentors successfully complete training.

Create new PILLARS website.

Create new brand marketing materials.

Program Goals
Maintain ~150 participants (75 at Cordova, 25 at Mitchell and 50 at Mills) in the Program at any given time, with participants hand selected by the program coordinator and through teacher/staff referrals from each school. Note: Students are being added to the program throughout the year as they are identified or removed from the program as they transfer out of the district.

Improve both attendance and GPA for students in the program, with a minimum 2.3 GPA as demonstrated by school attendance records.

Provide a minimum of 1500 hours of community service supporting the city of Rancho Cordova and the community in general as demonstrated by attendance and time sheets at each event.

Build lasting connections with school administrators, counselors, teachers, coaches, school resource officers, and police officers as demonstrated by feedback and surveys from these community members.

Provide student participants with academic and health/wellness resources as needed as demonstrated by tracking sheets, providing anonymity when appropriate.
* A Key Performance Indicator (KPI) tracker will be updated monthly with all results reviewed by the Board monthly to ensure adequate focus is maintained and goals are achieved or adjusted as needed.

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Optional File Upload:

Provide any
additional records to
supplement your
program/project
application. Note:

Total project/program
cost*
203885
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
141500
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
62500
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
5000
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
10000
What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
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What is the total cost
of any miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
64000
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading. 2026_2027_PILLARS_Grant_Budget.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
Yes, actively seeking funding support or have secured additional funding support for this project/program.

Describe any funding
secured or being
sought for this
project/program.

We will be seeking other youth grant opportunities from local Service Organizations through partnerships on events and projects.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2026/2027, if
applicable.

N/A
Do you have
volunteer or in-kind
support for your
project? This could
include volunteers for
an activity/event that
is ongoing or a onetime experience.

Yes
Please share the
total dollar amount
for volunteer/in-kind
support using $34.79
as the national rate
for a volunteer hour.

Source: Value of
Volunteer Time
62385
Please provide a worksheet explaining your volunteer/in-kind contribution. You may upload a file in the following formats: CSV, DOC, DOCX, or PDF.
2026_2027_PILLARS_Grant_Budget.pdf
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Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for
multiple years?
Single Year
Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
No
3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2026 through June 2027. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2026
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2027
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
In June, 2026 we will begin preparations for the 2026/2-27 school year. I anticipate this to be an ongoing program following the school year cycle.

What challenges do
you anticipate in your
project/program's
implementation?
What is your plan to
complete your
project/program
should those or other
challenges arise?
Should the three schools not support our involvement as an official Associated Student Body (ASB) Club, then we would pursue running this program as an after school program off campus. This is not my preference, but we will be prepared to pivot if needed.

How many individuals
does your
project/program
serve?
~150 on average per school year.

How many Rancho
Cordova residents
does your
project/program
serve?
~150 on average per school year.
4 - Project/Program Location
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Primary street
address of
project/program
2239 Chase Drive
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Rancho Cordova
Select State CA
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Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95670
If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.

We are working with each school to receive approval to hold weekly meeting on each school campus. The two additional sites are listed below:

Mills Middle School - 10439 Coloma Road, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 Mitchell Middle School - 2100 Zinfandel Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 Third Party Letters of
Support (Note:

Folsom Cordova USD
Please select one or
more of the Folsom
Cordova Unified
School District
school facilities
which your
project/program will
involve:

Mills Middle School
Mitchell Middle School
Cordova High School
Have you reached
out to a contact at
the school(s) you
indicated above?
Yes
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Please provide the
names of your
contacts at the
school(s) or
district(s) who are
familiar with your
project/program.

Amy Strawn: Principal, Cordova High School
Dana Carrigan: Principal, Mills Middle School
Dr. Sandra Garcia: Principal, Mitchell Middle School
Angela Griffin Ankhelyi: FCUSD Chief Officer, Communications & Community Engagement
Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Terry
Raymond
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
Peers Inspiring Learning, Leadership And Responsible Service (PILLARS) What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
President, PILLARS
Provide contact
phone number:
+
Provide contact
email:

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By checking here, I
confirm that I am
aware that my
application materials
will become public
record.
checked
Thank you for applying to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Grant Cycle. Applicants will receive an automated response through the grant portal. Community Enhancement & Investment Fund (CEIF) Staff will follow up with any questions regarding your Fiscal Year 2026-2027 application. For information about the next steps in the CEIF grant process, visit our website for more information. It is anticipated that applications will be reviewed by the City Council starting in April 2026 with adoption in June 2026. Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

Internal Form
Score n/a
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City of Rancho Cordova Powered by Submittable
Title Peers Inspiring Learning,
Leadership and Responsible
Service (PILLARS): Mentoring
Rancho Cordova's Youth
by Terry Raymond in Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Community Enhancement & Investment Fund
Grant Application
Average score: n/a
03/06/2026
id. 53409893
Reviewed by: Mina West (Score: ) 03/20/2026
Which
organization(s) are
you completing this
form on behalf of?
(Select all that apply)
A school district
Which school district
are you completing
this form on behalf
of?
FCUSD
Which FCUSD
school facility
Mills Middle School
Mitchell Middle School
Cordova High School
For Mills Middle
School, the school
district's
acknowledgement is:

Conditional Endorsement (Notes Provided)
Notes providing
rationale
For Mills Middle School, endorsement is conditional on the establishment of a formal, compliant organizational structure. Middle school students require heightened supervision and clearly defined roles for external partners.

Principal approval, established organizational status, and completion of FCUSD fingerprinting and compliance processes are required before the program could be considered for implementation at this site.

For Mitchell Middle
School, the school
district's
acknowledgement is:

Conditional Endorsement (Notes Provided)
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Notes providing
rationale
At Mitchell Middle School, participation is similarly conditional on the establishment of a formal, compliant organizational structure. The proposed mentoring model would require clear protocols for student selection, supervision, and coordination with existing school supports. Until these elements are addressed and the program demonstrates readiness for safe, structured implementation, it cannot be integrated at this campus.

For Cordova High
School, the school
district's
acknowledgement is:

Conditional Endorsement (Notes Provided)
Notes providing
rationale
At Cordova High School, endorsement is conditional on the establishment of a formal, compliant organizational structure. Given the high school campus environment and existing student support systems, any external mentoring program must demonstrate clear alignment with site priorities, compliance with district background check requirements, and a defined operational framework. Until organizational readiness and site level approval are confirmed, the program cannot be integrated on campus.

Organizations may
provide PDF or JPG
documentation
regarding their
endorsement.

Name of
Superintendent,
Manager, or
Designee completing
this form:

Mina West
Title of individual
completing this form
Administrative Assistant - Communications and Community Engagement By checking here, I
verify that I have the
authority at my
organization to
provide an
endorsement.

True
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No: Not a First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Rancho Cordova Student Athlete Coalition- Athletic Improvement Plan Which category does
your Project/Program
align with?
Youth Programs & Services
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
For the 2026–2027 fiscal year, the Coalition seeks financial support to expand participation, increase student access to athletic development opportunities, and strengthen community partnership between the athletic teams and the Rancho Cordova Community.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
The Rancho Cordova Student Athlete Coalition (RCSAC) is committed to supporting student-athletes by providing resources, equipment, athletic training opportunities, and community engagement that promote athletic excellence, academic success, and leadership development.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
The Rancho Cordova Student Athlete Coalition is made up of local community members.

Madelaine Sanderson- President
Logan Blower- Treasurer
Krista Mayfield- Secretary
Jennifer Laret- Member at Large
Mike Mirando- Member at Large
Conrade Mayer- Member at Large
Anthony Davis- Member at Large
Jason Harper- Member at Large
Liane Sousa- Member at Large
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Provide your
Project/Program
Goals

1. Support Student-Athlete Development
Provide training camps, clinics, and mentorship programs.

1. Promote Academic Excellence
Offer academic support resources and scholarships.

1. Expand Youth Athletic Opportunities
Increase access to invitationals, tournaments,
and camps.

1. Strengthen Community Engagement
Build partnerships between Cordova
High athletics, businesses, and civic
organizations.

Optional File Upload: Provide any additional records to supplement your program/project application. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

CHS_Athletic_Budget_Proposal_2026-27.pdf
2 - Funding & Costs
Funding Request -
Complete this
section with total
dollar amounts for
your
project/program's
costs
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the City of Rancho Cordova. If your project/program is awarded, the costs identified below would be reviewed and potentially open to modification during a contracting phase (if a grant is awarded by the City Council). If awarded, grant funds are not available until a contract is executed during Fiscal Year 2026-2027.

Total project/program
cost*
361500
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
265000
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
80000
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
61955
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What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
105000
What is the total cost
of any miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
80000
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

RCSAC_26-27_Financial_Proposal.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
Yes, actively seeking funding support or have secured additional funding support for this project/program.

Describe any funding
secured or being
sought for this
project/program.

We will be looking for corporate sponsors, holding fundraising events, and seeking individual donations.

RCSAC will be supporting the teams in their fundraising efforts.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2026/2027, if
applicable.

Do you have
volunteer or in-kind
support for your
project? This could
include volunteers for
an activity/event that
is ongoing or a onetime experience.

No
Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for
multiple years?
Single Year
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Rancho Cordova City Council
April 28, 2026