Professional Learning Grant
Grant Description
This program focuses on locally-identified needs associated with STEM learning for K-12 teachers. These efforts connect thousands of teachers to opportunities to create valuable STEM-based curricula and teaching practices. Funded activities include coaching, mentoring, self-reflection, off-contract work, and effective professional learning communities (PLCs).
All proposals must align with the legislative definition of effective professional learning, including taking place in learning communities, build leadership capacity in teachers, be based on data-based decision making, and support long-term change with ongoing learning opportunities. These programs include the creation of a 2-year implementation plan.
Most project funding is typically spent to pay teachers for summer work or other out of school time preparing for the following school year, as well as a substitute for teachers to participate in learning opportunities, video hardware, and teacher learning materials. Some projects have also covered things like summer teacher internships with an industry partner and micro-messaging training and support. Applications can be submitted by either a single school or a district but must be submitted by an administrator.
Eligibility Requirements
Organization leadership may apply for this grant on behalf of their educators.
Timeline
- Grant will be open for application Feb. 1- March 31, 2025
- To register for a Grant Workday, taking place at the STEM Action Center, on Feb. 19 from 9:00-3:00, use this form
Additional information
View the program Request for Grants for all related information
Teacher & Administrator Participants
Locally designed STEM professional learning plans
Multi-year projects, showing long-term commitment and teacher buy-in
Kellie Yates
Collaboration & Program Development Manager
[email protected]
435-757-9595
