PreK–12 Classroom Grant

PreK–12 Classroom Grant is sponsored by Utah STEM Action Center. Provides funding for innovative STEM projects in Utah public schools, focusing on classroom-level instruction tailored to student needs.

PreK-12 Classroom Grants | STEM Action Center The PreK-12 Classroom grant expands opportunities for idea-sharing and innovation. Utah educators and administrators at Utah public schools can implement innovative new approaches to STEM experiences in their classroom, with their findings being shared at STEM conferences and in the STEM Resource Library .

We have funded hundreds of classroom grants over the years, impacting tens of thousands of students. These projects should focus on classroom-level instruction that is unique to the needs of the students. Note: As of the 24-25 school year, this grant will operate as a reimbursement grant.

This grant seeks proposals that are unique and based on individual classroom needs. Reviewers are asked to rate creativity and originality. Keep this in mind especially if you are requesting a “kit”.

How are you going to use it in a new, original way? Use your own words in your applications. If an application is submitted that has been copied and pasted or is similar/identical to another grant proposal, both proposals will be declined for consideration of funding.

Grant requests vary, with a maximum award of $1,500.

Funding should be used to cover: Funding IS NOT available for: technology or other products used solely by the educator (laptop, iPad, smart board, etc.) activities that take place outside of Utah teacher professional development/training salaries or stipends for educators or support staff student competition expenses literature (unless it is used as part of an integrated STEM activity) This grant is available for applications from PreK-12 educators and administrators at public schools in the state of Utah.

This grant can also be used by educators to help with school-sponsored after school programs. Applicants and grant recipients must attend to all deadlines.

No late applications or paperwork will be accepted Application opens for submissions: August 1 of each year Applications are due: August 31 of each year Applicants notified of outcome: October 15 of each year Signed agreement and invoice uploaded: No later than November 30 of each year Receipts uploaded and follow up documentation due: No later than May 15 of each year This is a reimbursement grant.

Tax Exemption & Reimbursements Please note that Local Education Agencies (LEAs) are tax-exempt organizations. Consequently, the STEM Action Center will not reimburse any sales tax, state tax, or local tax incurred on purchases made under the Classroom Grant or Competition Grant. All grantees are responsible for utilizing their tax-exempt status at the time of purchase.

Additional Information & Links View the scoring rubric (PDF) PreK application example (PDF) Grade 5 application example (PDF) High School application example (PDF) Watch an application video recording (Google Video) Apply Now: Utah STEM Action Center Grants Our divisions shape Utah's culture through service, art, museums, historical preservation, and education: Utah Division of Arts & Museums Utah Division of Indian Affairs Utah State Historic Preservation Office Utah State Library Division Pete Suazo Utah Athletic Commission Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs