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Innovative Learning Grants

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Funding Amount

Varies (individual grants range from $229 to $2,630)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Innovative Learning Grants

Geographic Scope: Rockingham County Public Schools (RCPS), Virginia

Focus Areas: Creative and innovative curricular development for K-12 classrooms that goes beyond typical school budgets. Eligible projects include:

  • STEAM/STEM education

  • Literacy and reading initiatives

  • Arts and music programs

  • Social-emotional learning

  • Hands-on, experiential learning

  • Technology integration

  • Language development

  • Physical and health education

    • Program Status: Active. For 2025-2026 school year, REFI awarded $34,752 in classroom grants supporting elementary, middle, and high school classrooms throughout RCPS.

    Eligibility:

  • RCPS teachers (elementary, middle, and high school)

  • Classroom-based projects

    • What They Fund:

  • Instructional materials and supplies

  • Equipment and technology

  • Professional development and training

  • Student experiences and field trips

  • Creative classroom enhancements

    • Contact Information:

  • Email: REFI@rcps.net

  • Phone: (540) 564-3218

  • Address: 100 Mount Clinton Pike, Harrisonburg, Virginia 22802

    • Background: REFI's grant program supports the evidence that RCPS teachers are willing to go above and beyond their educational calling to encourage students to learn, have fun, and become caring individuals.

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    Submission Method: Online application required

    Required Materials:
    1. Project Proposal/Abstract - Description of the innovative learning project
    2. Project Details - Explanation of how project supports creative and innovative curricular development
    3. Budget Justification - Breakdown of requested funding
    4. Learning Outcomes - Expected student learning outcomes and benefits

    Key Application Components:

  • Clear articulation of how project goes beyond typical school budget

  • Demonstration of creativity and innovation

  • Evidence of student benefit and engagement

  • Detailed budget with itemization of expenses

    • Note: Specific deadline for 2026-2027 applications not provided in materials; contact REFI directly for application timeline.

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    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    teacherseducationk-12-schoolsstem-educationmusic-educationacademic-enrichment

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