§ 7283d. Criteria and priorities
(a)
Criteria and priorities
(2)
Criteria
The criteria described in paragraph (1) may include the extent to which the activities assisted under this subpart—
(B)
meet locally defined and documented educational equity needs and priorities, including compliance with title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 [20 U.S.C. 1681 et seq.];
(C)
are a significant component of a comprehensive plan for educational equity and compliance with title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 [20 U.S.C. 1681 et seq.] in the particular school district, institution of higher education, vocational-technical institution, or other educational agency or institution; and
(b)
Priorities
In awarding grants under this subpart, the Secretary may give special consideration to applications—
(1)
submitted by applicants that have not received assistance under this subpart or this subpart’s predecessor authorities;
(2)
for projects that will contribute significantly to directly improving teaching and learning practices in the local community; and
(3)
for projects that will—
(A)
provide for a comprehensive approach to enhancing gender equity in educational institutions and agencies;
(B)
draw on a variety of resources, including the resources of local educational agencies, community-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and private organizations;
(c)
Special rule
To the extent feasible, the Secretary shall ensure that grants awarded under this subpart for each fiscal year address—
(d)
Coordination
Research activities supported under this subpart—
(e)
Limitation
Nothing in this subpart shall be construed as prohibiting men and boys from participating in any programs or activities assisted with funds under this subpart.