IDOE Announces Recipients Of 2019 Digital Learning Grants
IDOE Announces Recipients Of 2019 Digital Learning Grants
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IDOE Announces Recipients Of 2019 Digital Learning GrantsINDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Education’s Office of eLearning announced Monday the recipients of the 2019 Digital Learning Grants.
This year’s grants offer up to $50,000 to support districts in building digital initiatives like science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) instruction, project-based learning, and computer science curricula.
“Maintaining a focus in the classroom on STEM activities and project-based learning is vital to preparing students for their future success,” said Dr. Jennifer McCormick, superintendent of public instruction. “I congratulate the awarded districts and their continual efforts to making a positive impact in their communities.”
The 2019 Digital Learning Grants focused on proposals that included vetted STEM curriculum, devices for coding, robotics equipment and professional development for teachers. Forty-eight districts were awarded Digital Learning Grants, totaling just over $2.2 million in funding. Awarded grants ranged from $20,000 to $50,000.
Local schools receiving grants include Manchester Community Schools, Warsaw Community Schools and Whitko Community Schools.
