District Application for Participation in Grades 4-8 Mathematics Screening and Intervention Pilot Program (2025-2027)

District Application for Participation in Grades 4-8 Mathematics Screening and Intervention Pilot Program (2025-2027)
Purpose

The North Dakota Department of Public Instruction (NDDPI) invites schools or districts to apply for participation in a pilot program supporting the implementation of individualized mathematics learning tools for students in grades 4 through 8. The program must use skill-level screeners and skill-level assessments to identify student needs, track progress across multiple grade levels, and report on learning to improve performance outcomes.

Funding Available

Up to $300,000 will be awarded across selected schools or districts. Funds must be used for student licensing, professional development for teachers, and implementation supports. *Grants may range from $25,000-$100,000.

Pilot Period

School Years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027

Implementation is expected to begin in January 2026.
Section 1: District Contact Information
District Name*
Superintendent's Name*
Primary Contact for Implementation*
Title/Role*
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Section 2: Program Requirements Acknowledgement
Please confirm the following requirements:

This application includes opting into piloting a program that:
- Utilizes skill-level screeners and skill-level assessments
- Identifies student needs and measures multi-year progress
- Provides actionable, periodic reports to NDDPI to evaluate and improve student learning
- Requires participation in the NDA+ Interim and Summative Assessments
By checking this option, I acknowledge the requirements of participation in this pilot program.
Please indicate the grade levels your school/district intends to serve. Select all that apply. Priority will be given to applicants who serve all available grade levels.*

Grade 4Grade 5Grade 6Grade 7Grade 8
Section 3: Product Information & Program Narrative
Please indicate which of the following approved screening and intervention programs listed below that your district is willing to pilot for the 2025-2026 AND 2026-2027 school years. Select all that apply.*

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Does your school/district currently use any of the above-listed programs?*

YesNo
If yes, please indicate which program, how long the district has used it, and what professional learning opportunities your educators have received.
If no, please answer the following questions: 1) What mathematics screening and intervention program(s) are currently in use? 2) What are its core features and limitations? Please describe student impact. 3) What supports have you provided your educators in using this program? Please specify all professional development opportunities offered in this program. 4) How would the proposed program(s) improve upon your current system?
Use of Pilot Funding: Please answer the following questions: 1) Will funding be used for student licensing? 2) What type of professional development will be provided to teachers? Who will deliver it? 3) How will professional development support implementation, data use, and instructional response? 4) What other implementation supports will be solicited?*
Data Collection and Reporting: Please answer the following questions: 1) What data will be collected (e.g., screening results, progress data, teacher usage), and how will this data be shared with NDDPI? 2) How will this data be analyzed and shared within the school/district?*
Districts will be required to provide NDDPI with periodic reports in June 2026, December 2026 and June 2027.
Section 4: Funding Request Summary
Please download and complete SFN52929 Budget Application to indicate specific budgeting for these funds.
Please upload the completed SFN52929 Budget Application here.*

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Please provide a thorough description of the intended use of funds for each budgeted amount.*
Section 5: Acknowledgement and Signature
By signing below, I certify that the information provided in this application is accurate and complete. I understand that submission does not guarantee selection for the pilot program and that NDDPI reserves the right to select vendors based on alignment to program needs and funding capacity.*

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District Application for Participation in Grades 4-8 Mathematics Screening and Intervention Pilot Program (2025-2027)

Section 1: District Contact Information

Section 2: Program Requirements Acknowledgement

Section 3: Product Information & Program Narrative

Section 4: Funding Request Summary

Section 5: Acknowledgement and Signature