An application, plan, or proposal (plan) should not be written in isolation. Begin by seeking cooperation from people who understand the needs of students, teachers, and others for whom the program is proposed. They can help you create a realistic plan that can be implemented if funded.
Planning Together
A high-quality plan reflects the ideas of students, parents, educators, community members, and other service providers. Consider forming a team of interested individuals to develop the plan. Team members should be committed to designing and implementing improvements. If several people do the writing, one should serve as the editor who creates a unified document with consistent tone and style.
Reviewing Requirements
Review thoroughly any legal statutes, regulations, and guidelines related to the plan and refer to them frequently as you write and design the project. Make sure that the proposed program is consistent with the requirements.
Do not simply restate the plan requirements such as, "We will involve parents in important decisions." Instead, give examples of promising strategies you have chosen from your experience or research. Present illustrations of how you will implement the program. If a requirement or regulation does not seem applicable to your plan or local situation, explain why you do not address it.