Imagine Professional Development Grants

How to Apply for an Imagine Professional Development Grant

1. Access the Application Portal
- Click the link on the ZEF website to access the new online grant application system
- Create an account if you don't have one

2. Verify Eligibility
- Confirm you are a current Zionsville Community Schools educator or administrator
- Verify you have a minimum of 3 years of full-time professional education experience

3. Review Required Documents
- Read the Imagine Grant Guidelines to understand eligibility and application process
- Review the Imagine Grants Rubric to understand evaluation criteria
- Incorporate all rubric areas into your application

4. Complete the Application
- Applications can be worked on over time and saved
- Invite colleagues to collaborate on applications if desired
- Submit electronically through the portal
- Include details about the professional development opportunity (conference, course, travel, etc.)
- Explain how the experience will enhance teaching practices and benefit students

5. Submit Application
- Submit by deadline: Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 5:00pm
- Deadline is annual (once per year)

6. Post-Award Requirements
- Grant recipients must submit a Final Report online
- Share knowledge and innovative practices learned with school community when appropriate
- Complete report within one year of grant award

Grant Writing Support

• Get Grant Writing Tips available on the website
• Contact Catherine Moser at x11500 or zef@zcs.k12.in.us for questions