PLTW Launch - Program Expansion (ExxonMobil) Grant

ExxonMobil's partnership with PLTW Launch aims to enhance K-12 STEM education by providing grants for program expansion in the Greater Houston area. Schools eligible for funding must be located in specific districts and utilize the funds for expanding PLTW modules, training teachers, and engaging more students in hands-on STEM learning. The initiative supports diverse and economically challenged schools, fostering creative problem-solving and collaboration among students.

PLTW Launch's 43 interdisciplinary modules bring learning to life. The program empowers students to adopt a design-thinking mindset through compelling activities, projects, and problems that build upon each other and relate to the world around them. And as students engage in hands-on activities in computer science, engineering, and biomedical science, they become creative, collaborative problem solvers ready to take on any challenge.
Program Requirements
Grantees must use these grant funds to expand their program. Example expansion activities include but are not limited to adding an additional PLTW Launch module not previously offered, and/or offering existing PLTW Launch modules to more students, and/or training additional teachers in PLTW Launch Classroom Teacher Training or PLTW Launch Lead Teacher Training for the 2025-2026 academic year. Grantee must complete one year of grant reporting.

Eligibility

Geographic Area: Eligible schools must be located within the following Districts:Aldine ISDSpring ISDSpring Branch ISDKIPP Texas - HoustonHouston ISDAllowable 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