PLTW Gateway - New Program (ExxonMobil) Grant

ExxonMobil partners with PLTW Gateway to inspire students in STEM careers by supporting schools in the Greater Houston area. This initiative provides grants for implementing or expanding PLTW programs, empowering middle school students through hands-on learning in computer science, engineering, and biomedical science. By engaging in these activities, students discover diverse career paths and enhance their skills. Grantees are required to offer at least one PLTW unit annually during the grant period, fostering continuous growth in STEM education.

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. During this transitional time, PLTW Gateway's 10 units empower students to lead their own discovery. The hands-on program boosts classroom engagement and excitement, drives collaboration, and inspires “aha! moments” and deep comprehension. And as students engage in PLTW's activities in computer science, engineering, and biomedical science, they see a range of paths and possibilities they can look forward to in high school and beyond.
Program Requirements
Grantee must offer at least one PLTW Gateway unit in the 2025-2026 academic year and must offer one additional unit each academic year of the grant period (two different units in two years). Schools may implement any PLTW Gateway units of their choosing. Grantee must complete two years of grant reporting.

Eligibility

Program Requirements:Grantee must offer at least one PLTW Gateway unit in the next academic year and must offer one additional unit each academic year of the grant period (two different units in two years). Schools may implement any PLTW Gateway units of their choosing. Grantee must complete two years of Grant reporting.School Type: Public, CharterGeographic Area: Eligible schools must be located within the following Districts:Aldine ISDSpring ISDSpring Branch ISDKIPP Texas - HoustonAllowable Expenses:PLTW Participation Fee; Core Training and related expenses; Required computers and/or tablets; Program required equipment and supplies;

Ineligibility

Unallowable Expenses:Salaries or StipendsBenefitsMealsInfrastructureRenovationsIndirect CostsAny other expenses unspecific as allowableTraining Cancellation FeesTraining Substitution FeesTrainings where there was a no-showTrainings where a credential was not earned