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Deadline was September 29, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST with a virtual pre-proposal conference on September 9, 2025. Program is for FY25/26 cycle.
FY26 K-8 STEM Initiative Enhancement Project Grant is a grant from the Mississippi Department of Education Office of Career that funds Mississippi school districts in implementing or enhancing STEM programs for students in grades K-8, aligned to Mississippi College and Career Readiness Standards in math, science, and computer science. Allowable expenses include STEM equipment, software and hardware, and professional development.
Awards are up to $20,000 per district for a one-year project period during the 2025-2026 school year. Eligible applicants are Mississippi school districts with an approved 2024-2025 Perkins Local Plan Application that are in good standing with MDE. Each district may submit only one proposal.
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K-8 STEM Initiative Grant - Mississippi | LEGO® Education Mississippi State Funding K-8 STEM Initiative Grant Mississippi school districts with an approved 2024–2025 Perkins Local Plan Application Each district may submit only one proposal per district (can include multiple schools) Past subgrantees must be in good standing with the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE), having submitted required reports and reimbursements Applicants must be seeking to implement or enhance a STEM program in grades K–8 Align activities with the Mississippi College and Career Readiness Standards in math, science, and computer science (See the Keep In Mind section below for how we align.)
Support student success through updated resources and hands-on STEM learning September 29, 2025, by 2:00 p. m.
CST One-year project period (FY26, school year 2025–2026) Budget revisions allowed until January 30, 2026 Reimbursement requests due June 30, 2026 Liquidations by July 11, 2026 Up to $20,000 per district Equipment for K–8 STEM programs Software and/or hardware for K–8 STEM programs Alignment with LEGO® Education Solutions: SPIKE™ Essential and SPIKE™ Prime : Robotics and engineering solutions directly align with allowable equipment/software purchases and STEM program enhancement.
LEGO® Education Science : Supports hands-on science instruction that aligns with MS College and Career Readiness Standards. Professional Development (PD) : Funds can cover our in-person or virtual training that ensures teachers are prepared to integrate hands-on solutions into their classroom for meaningful impact.
Required activities include advancing student achievement and supporting STEM-related success, including technology and computer science Subgrantees must ensure accessibility under ADA, Section 504, and IDEA Performance reporting required (students served, measurable outcomes) LEGO Education SPIKE Essential and Spike solutions are Mississippi College- and Career- Readiness Standards aligned .
LEGO Education Science is also Mississippi College- and Career- Readiness Standards aligned .
Highly competitive scoring rubric (100 points total) with a minimum of 75 required for funding Project Narrative & Work Plan: 60 points Collaboration & Support (with letters of commitment): 5 points Evaluation Plan: 20 points Budget Information: 15 points Proposals must follow strict formatting (max 30 pages, specific forms included) The MS DOE will hold a virtual pre-proposal conference will be held September 9, 2025 (optional but encouraged) Ready to bring LEGO® Education to your district?
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Organizations working with K-8 STEM education initiatives. (Further eligibility details would be on the official RFA). Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
FY26 K-8 STEM Initiative Enhancement Project Grant is funded by Mississippi Department of Education, Office of Career. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Mississippi. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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