Computer Science for All
ID: 352819Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Science Foundation (NSF)

Award Range

$0 - $2M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/352819

Additional Information

http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf24555
Timeline
    Description

    The National Science Foundation (NSF) is offering a grant opportunity titled "Computer Science for All," aimed at enhancing computer science (CS) and computational thinking (CT) education for preK-12 students across the United States. This initiative seeks to support high school teachers with professional development, provide preK-8 teachers with instructional materials, and equip schools and districts with resources to establish and evaluate multi-grade pathways in CS and CT. The program is critical for fostering educational equity and ensuring that all students have access to rigorous computer science education. Interested applicants, including non-profit organizations, institutions of higher education, and federally recognized Tribal Nations, can apply for a share of the estimated $20 million in total program funding, with individual awards up to $2 million. Proposals are due by February 12, 2025, and further details can be found at NSF Publication 24-555. For assistance, applicants may contact NSF grants.gov support at grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov.

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