PLTW Gateway - New Program (Chevron Mississippi) Grant

Chevron has committed funds to support PLTW Gateway programs in Mississippi, aiming to enhance K-12 educational experiences. Since 2009, over $24 million has been invested nationally, benefiting over 411,000 students and 9,500 teachers. This initiative encourages public and charter schools to implement PLTW units, promoting hands-on learning in STEM fields. Eligible districts include Moss Point, George County, and others, ensuring local schools receive the resources needed for transformative education.

Since 2009, Chevron has committed over $24 million to PLTW nationally, providing transformative educational experiences for K-12 students and teachers in California, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia. As a result, over 411,000 students and over 9,500 teachers have had access to PLTW programs and teacher professional development. In 2013, Chevron became PLTW's first National Partner a designation signaling the highest level of support and commitment.

Eligibility

Program Requirements:Grantee must offer at least one PLTW Gateway unit in the next academic year. Schools may implement any PLTW Gateway units of their choosing. School Type: Public, CharterGeographic Area:Applications from the following school districts will be considered for award:Moss Point School DistrictGeorge County School DistrictOcean Springs School DistrictJackson County School DistrictPascagoula-Gautier School DistrictResurrection CatholicAllowable 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; Any other expenses unspecific as allowable; 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