Narrative: e. 2.

There are 13 permissible state leadership activities under section 223 of WIOA. The following activities (number for permissible activity listed in WIOA) are supported with leadership funds: The support of state or regional networks of literacy resource centers (1) The state provides a leadership grant to support the Florida Literacy Coalition. Professional development is customized for tutors and volunteers and is available online and face–to– face. Support is also provided to the leadership of literacy centers operating throughout the state. An annual conference is also conducted. A resource center and toll–free number is available for requesting information and materials. Developing models for integrated education and training and career pathways (4) FICAPS includes a pilot project where students will enroll in GED®–i preparation course and a career and technical program simultaneously. Eight adult education programs, through a competitive process, were awarded $25,000 each to plan, design, or implement the program with full implementation beginning in 2016. This model is based on Washington State’s Integrated–Basic Education and Skills Training (I–BEST). In addition, professional development activities support permissible activities numbered (2), (5), (6), and (7). Curriculum frameworks (9) are updated and approved by the State Board of Education annually. The frameworks include standards that have been aligned to the state academic standards for English language arts and mathematics.