PLTW Computer Science - Program Expansion (Phillips 66) Grant

The PLTW Computer Science - Program Expansion grant from Phillips 66 aims to enhance access to quality education in STEM fields for middle and high school students. This initiative supports schools in expanding their existing PLTW Computer Science programs, particularly in high-need areas starting in the 2026-2027 academic year. Grants of $10,000 are available, prioritizing institutions with significant economic need among students, ensuring future generations are equipped for success in technology and engineering careers.

To help strengthen the future STEM workforce, we support academic training and educational opportunities that encourage broader participation, especially among students who have historically had fewer opportunities in these fields. Middle school is a time of exploration, a time when students are figuring out what they're passionate about today and how that relates to who they'll become tomorrow.
Phillips 66 has partnered with Project Lead The Way to support PLTW Gateway programs in middle schools and Engineering and Computer Science in high schools in Phillips 66 communities. PLTW courses empower students to experience and see a range of STEM pathways and possibilities in high school and beyond. Through this partnership, Phillips 66 is supporting PLTW grants to schools interested in starting and expanding PLTW programs beginning in the 2026-2027 academic year. Preference will be given to schools with majority high-need student population as determined by percent of students eligible for the free and reduced lunch program.
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 courses previously offered, and/or training additional teachers in PLTW Computer Science courses for the 2026.
Grant Award and Distribution Schedule:

• 2026-2027: $10,000

Eligibility

Eligible schools must be located within the following counties: California: Contra Costa County, Los Angeles County, Solano CountyColorado: Adams County, Arapahoe County, Denver County, Weld CountyIllinois: Madison CountyLouisiana: Calcasieu ParishMontana: Yellowstone CountyNew Jersey: Union CountyNew Mexico:Eddy County,Lea CountyOklahoma: Beaver County, Blaine County, Canadian County, Carter County, Dewey County, Ellis County, Garvin County, Grady County,Kay County,Kingfisher County, Logan County, Major County, McClain County, Oklahoma County, Osage County, Stephens County, Texas County, Tulsa County, Washington County, Woodward CountyTexas: Andrews County, Bee County,Brazoria County, Calhoun County, Crane County, Crockett County,Dimmit County, Duval County, Ector County. Edwards County,Gaines County,Glasscock County, Harris County, Howard County, Hutchinson County, Jackson County, Jefferson County, Jim Wells County, Kinney County, La Salle County, Martin County, Matagorda County, Maverick County, Midland County, Nueces County, Reagan County, Reeves County, Refugio County, San Patricio County, Sutton County, Upton County, Victoria County, Winkler County, Zavala CountyWashington: Skagit County, Whatcom CountyAllowable ExpensesPLTW 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 board