Professional Development Grant

Geographic Scope: Somers, Connecticut - available to teachers and administrators in Somers elementary, middle and high schools

Program Description: The Foundation will pay for registration and materials for faculty and administrative professionals participating in professional development activities.

What is Funded:

• Registration fees
• Materials

What is NOT Funded:

• Travel
• Lodging
• Meals

Eligibility:

• Teachers in Somers public schools
• Administrators in Somers public schools

Award Process:

• Grants are awarded at the discretion of the Grant Review Committee in a continuous fashion
• Each grant application is coordinated by the school administration and forwarded to the Foundation
• A Grant Review Committee thoroughly examines each application and makes recommendations to the Board of Directors for final decision

Note: Recent example (Fall 2024) - Twenty-three Somers Elementary School teachers were awarded SEF professional development grants for LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) literacy training.

How to Apply

1. Coordinate application through your school administration
2. School administration forwards application to the Foundation
3. Grant Review Committee examines application
4. Grant Review Committee makes recommendations to Board of Directors
5. Board makes final decision

Required Materials: Not specifically detailed in provided materials

Submission Format: Online format mentioned but specific requirements not provided

Award Timeline: Continuous throughout the year (not limited to specific application periods)