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Mini-Grants for Education (Iowa STEM Council or regional STEM hubs) is sponsored by Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council and regional STEM hubs. The Mini-Grants for Education program is a grant from the Iowa Governor's STEM Advisory Council and regional STEM hubs that funds educators implementing exemplary STEM programs in Iowa schools and community settings.
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STEM Scale-Up Program | Department of Education Explore the Scale-Up Program The STEM Scale-Up Program provides high-quality STEM education programs to PK-12 youth in school and out of school along with training for educators to implement effectively. Since 2012, Iowa STEM has partnered with STEM education programs reaching up to 100,000 students each year and engaging them in exemplary STEM curriculum.
Thousands of Iowa educator have delivered exciting units in robotics, coding, engineering design, agriculture, animal science, health science and more. As the STEM Scale-Up Program enters its 15th year, it is evolving to better meet the needs of Iowa’s educators. Beginning in 2026-27, we are piloting a three-year model featuring three program offerings.
This intentional shift will give educators what they are asking for to make a more meaningful impact – time, focus and sustained support. By investing deeper in each offering, awardees can enjoy stronger, long-term support which will lead to elevated learning and time for ideas to mature. STEM Scale-Up Program Educator Application The educator application window for the 2026-27 school year closed at 4:59 p.
m. on March 10, 2026. 2025-26 STEM Scale-Up Program awardees “Seeing children actively engaged in STEM in classrooms and afterschool programs is what the STEM Council is all about.
As external evaluations show a positive impact, the Scale-Up Programs will continue to be vital partners in our mission to deliver the best possible STEM education to Iowa students.
” -Governor Kim Reynolds Through a legislative appropriation, Iowa STEM offers exemplary STEM programs to educators across the state: STEM Scale-Up Programs : Through the program provider application and a rigorous review process, STEM programs are selected as programs offerings.
Educators: Through the educator application and a review process, educators are awarded the opportunity to participate in the selected STEM programs both in and out of the classroom. Eligible PK-12 educators include public and private school PK-12 teachers, youth organization leaders, informal education professionals, home school associations, licensed child care centers and others who deliver STEM education programming.
Awardees are encouraged to participate for a full three-year award cycle to reap the full benefits of sustained immersion. Evaluations are expected of all educators awarded Scale-Up Programs. “The feedback from educators and students is encouraging.
When a student says, ‘I want to be an engineer,’ it’s gratifying knowing these programs are feeding the workforce pipeline. ” -Mary Andringa, Vermeer Corporation Chair Emeritus Questions About the STEM Scale-Up Program?
Contact your local regional STEM manager Regional Institutions & Managers STEM Region Regional STEM Hub Institution(s) Regional Manager Northwest Iowa Iowa Lakes Community College Mary Trent North Central Iowa Iowa State University Mauree Haage Northeast Iowa University of Northern Iowa Jeff Beneke Southwest Iowa Southwestern Community College Casey Wenstrand South Central Iowa Drake University Sarah Derry Southeast Iowa University of Iowa and Kirkwood Community College Matt Stier ⤢
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Iowa schools, colleges, universities, and nonprofit organizations implementing STEM programming for Iowa learners. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows often $3,000–$20,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Mini-Grants for Education (Iowa STEM Council or regional STEM hubs) is funded by Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council and regional STEM hubs. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Iowa. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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