The following is a breakdown of the departments that will assist you in implementing your grant --

Human Resources -- contact Human Resources to begin the hiring process for a grant that supports employees.  A staffing specialist will be assigned to your grant and will shepherd you through the process.

Communications -- if you would like media attention regarding your grant or if you would like to create a website dedicated to your project, contact Communications..  

Facilities -- to begin planning for the installation or construction associated with your award, contact Facility Operations and Maintenance.  This may include items such as --

• Playgrounds
• Gardens
• Physically altering space
• Energy Conservation projects
• Installing equipment such as computers and data ports
• Interactive white boards
• Etc.

Technology -- district purchasing procedures must be followed to purchase technology.  Contact Purchasing for guidelines to purchase items such as --

• Computers
• Video cameras
• iPods
• Clicker Response Systems
• Note -- to install equipment, contact Facility Operation and Maintenance

Purchasing -- there are four methods to purchase items --

• Invoice  -- purchase directly from a vendor and receive an invoice to submit with a request for payment.  SAM System Training is required for this option.
• Purchase Requisition -- for all purchases over $1,000 and computer purchases, a requisition is required.  iProcurement Training is required for this option.
• District Purchasing Cards -- this is a district-paid credit card that bills directly to a grant budget.  To acquire a purchasing card, you must apply for the card and attend Purchasing Card Training.
• Petty Cash -- this option is not recommended for grants as it does not provide a clear enough audit trail.