R277-490-8. Endowed University Participation in the BTSALP

  (1) The Superintendent may consult with endowed chairs and integrated arts advocates regarding program development and guidelines.

  (2) An endowed university may apply for grant funds to fulfill the purposes of this program, which include:

  (a) delivery of high quality professional development to participating LEAs;

  (b) the design and completion of research related to the program;

  (c) providing the public with elementary arts education resources; and

  (d) other program related activities as may be included in a grant application and approved by the Board.

  (3) An endowed university grant application shall include documentation of collaborative development of a plan for delivery of high quality professional development to participating LEAs.

  (4) The Superintendent shall determine the LEAs assigned to each endowed university.

  (5) The Board may award no more than 10% of the total legislative appropriation for grants to endowed universities.

  (6) The Superintendent shall monitor the activities of the grantees to ensure compliance with grant rules, fulfillment of grant application commitments, and appropriate fiscal procedures.

  (7) An endowed university shall cooperate with the Superintendent in the monitoring of its grant.

  (8) An endowed university that receives grant funds shall consult, as requested by the Superintendent, in the development and presentation of an annual written program report as required in statute.