PLTW Launch - New Program (Arthur Blanchard Charitable Trust) Grant

The PLTW Launch program, supported by the Arthur Blanchard Charitable Trust, aims to enhance STEM education for K-12 students in Massachusetts. This initiative provides grants to under-resourced public and charter schools, enabling them to implement or expand PLTW Launch programs. By fostering interest in STEM disciplines, it helps prepare students for future careers. Eligible schools can apply for funding to offset costs related to program implementation, ensuring broader access to essential educational resources.

As the global economy evolves, so do the skills that will be needed by tomorrow's leaders. To prepare communities for these demands, Arconic Foundation has partnered with PLTW to support grants to schools interested in adding new or expanding existing PLTW Launch programs. With this support from Arconic Foundation, PLTW is helping educators ignite students' passion for the STEM disciplines and increase enrollment in STEM studies.  Grants are available to support the implementation or expansion of PLTW programs at under resourced schools.
These grants will assist in offsetting costs associated with starting or expanding PLTW Launch programs. Schools that already offer the program are eligible for consideration if their request seeks to add more PLTW Launch modules, sections, and/or train additional PLTW Launch teachers.

Eligibility

Program Requirements:Grantees must offer at least one PLTW Launch module in the next academic year. Schools may implement any PLTW Launch module(s) 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