PLTW Computer Science: Program Expansion- In Partnership With Emerson NI Grant

The PLTW Computer Science Program Expansion, in partnership with Emerson NI, aims to enhance STEM education by providing grant support to public and charter schools in Texas. With a total award of $10,000 for the 2026-2027 academic year, this initiative encourages schools to expand their existing PLTW Computer Science programs through new courses and teacher training, fostering innovative learning experiences that prepare students for future challenges.

PLTW Computer Science: Program Expansion- In Partnership With Emerson NI
NI brings together the people, ideas and technology so forward thinkers and creative problem solvers can take on humanity's biggest challenges. NI is committed to changing the faces of engineering and advancing STEM education.
NI has partnered with PLTW to inspire students and provide the hands-on STEM learning experiences necessary to thrive in life beyond the classroom. For unique perspectives from a teacher, administrator, student and PLTW alumnus click here.
NI is working with PLTW to provide grant support to schools interested in expanding their PLTW Computer Science programs.
Through this partnership, NI has committed funds to support PLTW grants to schools interested in starting or expanding their existing PLTW Computer Science programs beginning in the 2025-2026 academic year.
Grant Award and Distribution Schedule:

• Total Award: $10,000
• 2026-2027: $10,000

Eligibility

Program Requirements Grantee must use their grant funds to expand their existing PLTW Computer Science program. Example expansion activities include but are not limited to adding an additional PLTW Computer Science course not previously offered, and/or adding additional class periods of an existing PLTW Computer Science course previously offered, and/or training additional teachers in PLTW Computer Science courses for the 2026-2027 academic year. School Type: PublicCharterEligible public and charter schools must be located in one of the following Texas counties:Bastrop Travis WilliamsonConsideration will be given to schools that have high female enrollment and/or underrepresented minority enrollment; or those that propose and/or already demonstrate thoughtful, best practice strategies for engaging females and/or underrepresented minorities.Consideration will be given to applicants who make clear that their request is part of a larger effort to build-out PreK-12 PLTW pathways across their district.Allowable Expenses PLTW Participation Fee; Required computers and/or tablets; Program required equipment and supplies; Equipment and supplies listed as Optional; PLTW Core Training and the following related expenses incurred: travel, room, and boardGrant Reporting Requirements Grantees receiving a PLTW grant are required to submit an Annual Grant Report by April 15. Grantees must also assist PLTW in collecting annual teacher and student surveys. Surveys will be administered by PLTW and are intended to inform PLTW's continual improvement efforts and to share outcomes with funding supporters of the grant program.

Ineligibility

Unallowable Expenses Benefits; Meals; Infrastructure; Renovations; Indirect Costs; Any other expenses unspecific as allowable; 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