grants for stem learning: finding resources for your program
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Tuesday, November 17, 20151:30am PST / 3:30pm CST / 4:30pm EST
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Grants for STEM Learning:
Finding Resources for Your Program
OUR STORY
Paige & Paxton leverage the power of storytelling
to introduce little learners to big concepts in STEM.
WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO
FOR KIDS FOR TEACHERS
FOR OUR NATION
80% of adults in STEM fields had at least one
parent in the field.
This means a huge number of our kids are missing out on opportunities that can
be life changing.
Early elementary teachers need time-saving resources
that enable them to make small shifts in their
classroom lessons now to drive STEM interest and create a STEM mindset.
We’re losing the battle. Thirty years ago, 40% of
the world’s scientists and engineers came from the
U.S. Today, it is 15%.
STEM fields are where the well paying jobs are and
will be in the global marketplace.
How we do itFORMAL
LEARNING
How we do itINFORMAL LEARNING
School Systems
EducatorsTrained
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Chicago
Washington, D.C.
Paige & Paxton STEM Make-a-thons
LET’S GET STARTED
Rayna E. Yaker, M.Ed, JDManaging Principal Consultant
RYE Consulting [email protected]
Kristen Hemmings, M.EdElementary Education Specialist
RYE Consulting [email protected]
Barbara Goldstein, MBABusiness & Operations Consultant
RYE Consulting [email protected]
GUEST PANELThe experts at RYE Consulting—an educational consulting firm with expertise in EdTech, curriculum, grants and proposals—will discuss how you can get the resources you need to build and implement STEM education in your school or community.
DURING THIS WEBINAR, WE WILL COVER…
1. How to develop an effective grant strategy for STEM programming and curriculum at your school or organization
2. Where to find grants, the types of grants available and eligibility requirements
3. How to craft a compelling story and comprehensive budget to increase your chances of getting funded
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KEY INFORMATION: What do they fund? Who is eligible? Are applications open if not invited? Does location matter? What is the funding amount? When is the due date?
STEM GRANT RESEARCH
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Norris Consulting Group: www.norrisconsultinggroup.com/pages/news.htm Google: Be specific and use the + sign (state, subject area, education level)
Look at large companies in the industry and see what they offer Examples: Boeing, Lockheed Martin, IBM, Verizon
Other websites:Education Funding Watch (Foundation Center): foundationcenter.org
/efw EduPlace: eduplace.com/grants/available/index.htmlGrants Alert: www.grantsalert.com/Grantwrangler: www.grantwrangler.com
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STEM GRANT RESOURCES
5 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT GRANTS
1. Grants are intended to fund new projects, not supply new sources of dollars to cover existing expenses.
2. The average grant will take 4-8 weeks to complete.
Things to think about when creating a timeline: How complex is the narrative? What data is needed to support the project? How many forms and attachments are required? What budget requirements are given and how detailed?
2. THE AVERAGE GRANT WILL TAKE 4-8 WEEKS TO COMPLETE.
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3. Grant deadlines are not negotiable! Although the grantees timeline for response and distributing funds is always negotiable.
4. Creativity and sustainability will go a long way!
5. There is not a grant to fund everything… This isn’t a wish list! You can include related expenses that accompany the initiative but it’s never a guarantee.
The hardest and one of the most time consuming parts of
the grant process is the budget.
THE BUDGET
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THE BUDGET: 6 TIPS TO PUT YOU AT EASEUse a Form1
3 Keep a Running Log
4 HR Department
5 Round Up
2 Use Real Numbers
6 Check & Check Again
If the RFP or Grant doesn’t require a form, create one! It’s the easiest way to stay organized and succinct throughout your application.
Don’t know how much an item cost? Look it up! Check with vendors directly, shop online, and verify.
As you work on your proposal, keep a running list of every cost that is associated with each activity. This includes salaries, equipment, supplies or consultant fees. This will also make writing your budget narrative a piece of cake!
Check and double check with your HR department for salary, benefit and new hire requirements. Is there a maximum amount per week of hours for hourly employees? What are the insurance requirements?
Round off to a whole number instead of using dollars and cents. It doesn’t hurt to have a little cushion.
Ask someone to review the math, grammar and layout!
American Honda Foundation
Burroughs Welcome Fund: Student Science Enrichment Program
National Science Foundation: Innovative Technology Experiences for Students and Teachers
NATIONAL GRANTS
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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONQualified Zone Academy Bonds (QZAB) Non-interest bearing bonds Public schools only Low income areas >35% National Free and Reduced Lunch participation Specific uses include:
Developing and improving curriculum (STEM, ELA, etc.) Investing in equipment and up-to date technology Training quality teacher
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LET’S WORK TOGETHER TO CHANGE THE COURSE OF A NATION
SIMPLE. IMPACTFUL. ELEMENTARY STEM CURRICULUMPowered by Paige & Paxton
Kelley O. Williams, DirectorPaige & Paxton
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