Description
The Computer Science Equity Grant Program is a competitive grant designed to expand equitable access to K–12 computer science learning through coordinated statewide professional development and program support. The grant funds eligible entities to develop or enhance computer science programs in K–12 public schools, with a focus on reducing access barriers and improving equity outcomes for all students. The program has several key objectives, including expanding learning opportunities in Grades K-12 to ensure that all students have access to computer science coursework that is aligned to rigorous state standards and emerging labor market needs, training and retraining teachers of Grades K-12 to be more proficient in the teaching of computer science, supplying classrooms with materials and equipment related to the teaching and learning of computer science, and more effectively recruiting and better serving K-12 learners who are underrepresented in the computer science labor market.
Some key features of the program include:
• The grant period will begin no sooner than January 1, 2027, and will extend from the execution date of the grant until June 30, 2027.
• Successful applicants may reapply via continuing application for up to two additional years of renewal funding.
• The total available funding is $1.5 million, and entities with an approvable budget that are awarded are eligible to receive up to $100,000 a year.
• Grant awards will be made based on application score and are subject to the availability of funds.
• Higher-scoring applications will have priority for awards until funding is exhausted.