Case Study: Project Managing an $8M TSL Grant Implementation
As part of a seven-person team managing an $8 million TSL (Teacher and School Leader) grant, I played a key role in structuring and overseeing the successful implementation across three schools. My work focused on strategic planning, organizing key deliverables, and ensuring seamless execution across multiple stakeholders.
My Role & Responsibilities
Managing a grant of this scale required a high level of coordination, organization, and execution. My key contributions included:
Strategic Planning & Implementation Mapping – Developed an organized framework to map out key deliverables, timelines, and responsibilities across three schools.
Stakeholder Coordination – Facilitated communication between school administrators, educators, and project leads to ensure alignment on goals and milestones.
Timeline & Task Management – Created structured timelines and project plans to ensure smooth execution while mitigating delays.
Process Optimization – Identified potential bottlenecks and developed solutions to keep the grant implementation on track.
Progress Tracking & Reporting – Assisted in monitoring key performance indicators, tracking the grant's impact, and ensuring compliance with funding requirements.
Challenges & Solutions
Challenge: Managing multiple schools with different needs and operational structures.
Solution: Implemented a customized rollout plan for each school, ensuring tailored support while keeping all schools aligned under the grant’s objectives.
Challenge: Keeping all stakeholders informed and on schedule.
Solution: Developed clear communication protocols and used project tracking tools to provide real-time updates and progress reports.
Challenge: Ensuring compliance with grant funding guidelines.
Solution: Maintained detailed documentation and reporting structures to track spending, progress, and alignment with grant objectives.
Results & Impact
Successfully mapped out and managed the implementation strategy for three schools, ensuring smooth execution of the $8M grant.
Streamlined processes to improve efficiency and keep the project on track.
Enhanced stakeholder alignment through structured communication and collaboration.
Ensured full compliance with grant requirements while maximizing impact on participating schools.
Key Takeaways
This project reinforced my expertise in high-stakes project management, strategic planning, and multi-stakeholder coordination. Managing a large-scale educational grant required a balance of structure, adaptability, and proactive problem-solving—skills that I bring to every project I lead.
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