Computer Science for English Learners (CSforEL): Increasing Participation and Achievement in Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles for English Learners
Funding Amount
$3,000,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Computer Science for English Learners (CSforEL)
Official Name: Computer Science for English Learners (CSforEL): Increasing Participation and Achievement in Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles for English Learners
Funder: U.S. Department of Education (Education Innovation and Research (EIR) program)
Award Amount: $3 million
Funding Announcement Date: October 14, 2019
Overview
A four-year research and professional development initiative to increase AP Computer Science Principles access and success for students currently and formerly designated as English Learners (ELs) in high schools.- San Diego County, California
- New Mexico
- Arizona
Geographic Scope
- Developing system, school, and teacher capacity to improve AP CSP access and success for English learners
- Creating linguistically rich computer science learning environments
- Developing course placement practices that facilitate ELs' access to rigorous courses
- Engaging with counselors and administrators to support EL participation
- Acknowledging and engaging ELs' assets and strengths in CS learning
Focus Areas
- Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) - Lead
- California Reading and Literature Project
- UC San Diego Center for Research on Educational Equity, Assessment and Teaching Excellence (CREATE)
- San Diego Education Research Alliance (SanDERA)
- UC San Diego Education Studies Department
Project Partners
- Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) organized across the Southwestern United States
- Integration of various disciplines for EL and CS instructional practices
- Leverage of strong CS network through organized PLCs
- CSTA chapter involvement for community support
Key Components
- High school CS teachers
- School administrators and counselors
- Pre-service and in-service teacher education programs
- Students designated as English Learners (current and former)
Target Audience
- General inquiries: accesscsforall@uw.edu
- Project Manager (pilot year): Erika Burt (erika.burt@csteachers.org)
Contact
How to Apply
Application Information - CSforEL Pilot Year Program (2020-21)
Application Closed: June 26, 2020
Target Participants: CS teacher-leaders interested in participating in pilot year program
- Participation in Professional Learning Community (PLC)
- Increased CS teaching techniques
- Consultation with expert trainers
- Stipend compensation for participation
- Opportunity to help identify and test strategies
- Opportunity to develop lessons and materials supporting ELs in CSP
- Input into future professional development design
Benefits for Selected Participants
- Test and evaluate CS principle interventions
- Participate in CSforEL Summer Teacher PD program (starting summer 2021)
- Provide expertise to develop professional development for future project years
Participation Requirements
- One-pager with program details available
- Formal application form required
Application Materials
- Tentatively scheduled for afternoon of June 12, 2020
Informational Session
- Erika Burt, CSforEL Project Manager
- Email: erika.burt@csteachers.org
Contact for Questions
What Computer Science Teachers Association actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2025
- Grants in 2025
- 4
- Total given
- $24K
- Median grant
- $6,055
- Range
- $5,720–$6,610
- By dollars: Florida 27%, Texas 26%, South Carolina 23%. Top recipient cities: North Miami, FL; Dallas, TX; Charlestown, SC.
Example grants
Csta Miami · North Miami, FL
Support for chapter membership and events
$6,610
Csta Dallas Fort Worth · Dallas, TX
Support for chapter membership and events
$6,380
Csta South Carolina · Charlestown, SC
Support for chapter membership and events
$5,730
Csta Ohio · Centerburg, OH
Support for chapter membership and events
$5,720
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