PLTW Computer Science - New Program (Arthur Blanchard Charitable Trust) Grant

The PLTW Computer Science program, supported by the Arthur Blanchard Charitable Trust, aims to enhance access to innovative STEM education for K-12 students in Massachusetts. Grants are offered to assist under-resourced schools in implementing or expanding PLTW programs. Eligible schools must offer at least one PLTW Computer Science course and complete grant reporting. The initiative particularly favors schools serving high-need student populations, ensuring equitable educational opportunities.

Grants are available to support the implementation or expansion of PLTW programs at under resourced schools.
These grants will assist in offsetting the costs associated with starting or expanding PLTW programs.

Eligibility

Program Requirements:Grantee must offer at least one PLTW Computer Science course in the next academic year. Schools may implement any PLTW Computer Science courses of their choosing. Grantee must complete one year of Grant reporting.School Type: Public, CharterGeographic Area:Public and Charter schools in the state of Massachusetts are eligible to apply.Allowable Expenses:PLTW Participation Fee; Required computers and/or tablets; Program required equipment and supplies; PLTW Core Training and the following related expenses incurred: travel, room, and board

Ineligibility

Unallowable Expenses:Benefits; Meals; Infrastructure; Renovations; Indirect Costs; Equipment and supplies listed as Optional; Training Cancellation Fees; Training Substitution Fees; Trainings where there was a no-show; Trainings where a credential was not earned; Salaries; Stipends for use during PLTW Core Training; Stipends unrelated to PLTW Core Training; Any other expenses not specified as allowable