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Overview of the 2006-2007 Planetarium Learning & Teaching Opportunity (PLATO) Announcement
SERCH invites southeastern planetariums to promote astronomy/space science education through our
Planetarium Learning and Teaching Opportunity (PLATO) grants. Seven awards of up to one thousand
dollars each will be available to Southeastern Planetarium Association (SEPA) members
and persons affiliated with SEPA member institutions within the SERCH region for projects that
enhance the public's appreciation and understanding of astronomy and space science.
Modeled after our "sister" NASA SMD Broker/Facilitator, the DePaul
Space Science Center for Education and Outreach, the PLATO grants are intended to benefit astronomy educators and the
planetarium community within the SERCH region. Successful projects will increase the awareness and understanding of
Earth-Sun system science, solar system research, universe exploration and will strengthen Earth/space science
education throughout SEPA.
SERCH is particularly interested in proposals for education and outreach efforts that support NASA's vision and mission,
NASA's Vision for Education,
NASA's SMD
goals and the Support Network Forums.
Furthermore, SERCH is interested in proposals for education and outreach efforts that support the
Broker/Facilitator operating principles, which include:
Establishing strong and lasting partnerships between the
Earth/space science and education communities. |
Highly leveraged programs/projects, relying upon a multiplier effect to reach
as many communities, educators and students as possible. |
Being inclusive of the broadest possible audience. Activities that foster
the meaningful participation of underserved/underrepresented groups are encouraged. |
+ Download Full Announcement [PDF | DOC]
+ Complete Cover Letter [Online Submission]
(Please print completed cover letter, provide signatures & attach to your proposal)
+ Download Blank Sample Budget Form [PDF | XLS]
+ Download Government Certifications [PDF]
*Note: Some of the above files require Adobe Acrobat Reader. It can be downloaded for
from from the Adobe site at http://www.adobe.com/.
Timetable for 2006-07 PLATO Grants
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June 23, 2006 |
PLATO Announcement Released. |
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EXTENDED: September 1, 2006
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Deadline for submitting proposal cover letter (including project summary) at the SERCH web page:
http://serch.cofc.edu. |
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EXTENDED: September 1, 2006 |
Deadline for postmark of proposals.
Send to:
Southeast Regional Clearinghouse (SERCH)
College of Charleston
ATTN: Kathryn Guimond
81 St. Phillip Street, Bell Bldg. 202 B
Charleston, SC 29403
Note 1: Proposals received without the required number of copies (1 original plus 4 copies) will not
be considered.
Note 2: Proposals received without the required signatures and corresponding documents
(cover letter, budget summary and government certifications) will not be considered.
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September 4, 2006 |
Send proposals to reviewers. |
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September 29, 2006 |
Deadline for submitting reviews/evaluations. |
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October 2, 2006 |
Award notifications sent to you and your state Space Grant office. |
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October 9, 2006 |
Anticipated start date of funded project. |
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October 16, 2006 |
Project description and pertinent contact information (name, email and project URL) for posting at
the SERCH website due. |
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May 1, 2007 |
Final report due to SERCH. Reporting requirements will be sent to you via electronic mail. |
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Space Grant Information for SERCH Region
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