§ 7442. Professional development for teachers and education professionals
(a)
Purposes
The purposes of this section are—
(1)
to increase the number of qualified Indian individuals in teaching or other education professions that serve Indian people;
(b)
Eligible entities
For the purpose of this section, the term “eligible entity” means—
(c)
Program authorized
The Secretary is authorized to award grants to eligible entities having applications approved under this section to enable those entities to carry out the activities described in subsection (d) of this section.
(d)
Authorized activities
(1)
In general
Grant funds under this section shall be used for activities to provide support and training for Indian individuals in a manner consistent with the purposes of this section. Such activities may include continuing programs, symposia, workshops, conferences, and direct financial support, and may include programs designed to train tribal elders and seniors.
(e)
Application
Each eligible entity desiring a grant under this section shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and accompanied by such information, as the Secretary may reasonably require.
(g)
Grant period
Each grant under this section shall be awarded for a period of not more than 5 years.
(h)
Service obligation
(1)
In general
The Secretary shall require, by regulation, that an individual who receives training pursuant to a grant made under this section—
(2)
Reporting
The Secretary shall establish, by regulation, a reporting procedure under which a grant recipient under this section shall, not later than 12 months after the date of completion of the training, and periodically thereafter, provide information concerning compliance with the work requirement under paragraph (1).
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