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Greenprints for the Future puts students in control of leading environmental change.Equipped with tools, funding, and support, students design and lead projects that address real environmental challenges in their schools and communities. Through Wild Classroom, up to 15 educators will receive $1,200 to help students put their solutions into action.Educators interested in applying will be asked to 

Explore the SMART Program and EligibilityThe SMART Scholarship-for-Service Program is a unique opportunity for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) students to advance their education and jumpstart their careers. SMART provides merit-based scholarships to bachelor's, master's, and doctoral students pursuing STEM degrees. SMART scholarship recipients receive full tuition, annual

The Idaho Department of Education is currently offering two grants: the Science Education Grant and the Computer Science Grant.Applications due by September 25, 2026.Learn more about these grants and other opportunities HERE.Apply for each grant below. Contact information is provided for each grant.FY27 Science Education Grant ApplicationFor more information contact Andrea Baerwald:(208) 332-6890a

WiSTEM’s model is unique, in that our community programming is designed entirely by students, for students. Their high school leadership team provides peer-based support to our chapters, developing events, educational content, and exciting new initiatives that meet the ever changing interests and needs of students today. Women in STEM affirms that everyone has a role in STEM, and works proudly to

Professional Development OpportuntiesSTEM NEXT has a list of upcoming PD opportunities with a range of topics! Here are a few of the upcoming topics:Bringing Aerospace Careers to Life Through STEMConnecting STEM Activities to CareersBringing Career-Connected STEM Activities to LifeLearn more about these opportunities HERE!

Video Series: On AirThe National Air and Space Museum has a new resource! On Air is a series of short videos for grades 5-8 that connect students to incredible air and space-themed stories, objects, and careers. Each collection consists of four standards-aligned videos and includes classroom lesson plans and activities.This series is still being released so make sure to check back periodically for

Looking for a fall field trip for your program or classroom? The Sandpoint Organic Agriculture Center hosts the "Farm Life in Bonner County" Museum! Learn more about different farming methods and how they have impacted modern agriculture. To schedule a tour or for all other questions contact Kyle Nagy at [email protected] or 208-304-7815.

The NISE Network has compiled a list of resources to help engage the public in the Moon, the Apollo missions and Artemis missions.Visit this resource page for dozens of links to games, activities, apps, and more that will help you explore space with your students!

EMPOWERING THROUGH DOING​Gizmo-CDA, Coeur d’Alene’s community makerspace, builds creative confidence and curiosity through programs ​that give all people access to tools, technologies and mentors. Learn more about what makes this makerspace special and sign up for classes, summer workshops, and events HERE. Educators & Gizmo MakerspaceAt Gizmo Makerspace is here to support educators through availa

Idaho high school students: apply now for Idaho Department of Environmental Quality's AIR-FAIR!AIR-FAIR is a statewide pilot program where high school students become citizen scientists by investigating air quality in their communities and creating projects that analyze local air quality data.How it works:Apply as a team — 4–8 students with an adult school advisorTeams collect and analyze air qual

TinkRworks empowers educators to teach STEAM through ready-to-teach project kits, professional development, and an online curriculum with instructional slides, activity guides, and assessments. Students engage in the full innovation cycle, artful design, assembly, electronics, coding, and testing, using a drag-and-drop programming environment that requires no prior coding experience. TinkRworks ca

Apply for a Jack Buell Forest Education GrantGrants help Idaho youth learn about Idaho’s forestsThe Idaho Forest Products Commission is pleased to offer Jack Buell Forest Education Grants to educate Idaho youth. We invite proposals for projects that help youth learn more about Idaho’s trees, forests, and forest products. Special consideration will be given to projects that get youth out in a fores

Would you like to learn more about the different challenges, competitions, opportunities, and activities available through NASA? Here's a list to get you started:Students grades K-4: Discover creative ways to learn more about space and NASA.Students grades 5-8: Dive a bit deeper into information and activities aligned with NASA missions.Students grades 9-12: Explore career options and NASA challen

In the AI era, anyone can create software. Playlab makes this real for education.Playlab is a 501c3 nonprofit organization devoted to creating a future where educators and students around the world have the agency to not just use AI, but to shape it. On their terms. As part of a global community working to improve education.Playlab helps you build just what you need.Most tools come pre-packaged wi

Factors: Lessons that know every studentAI-powered lesson planning for K-12 educators.Factors provides AI-powered lesson planning for K-12 educators that is personalized, standards-aligned, and built for every student. Utilize the AI lesson builder to create standards-aligned and project-based lessons, generated in minutes and tailored to your teaching style. Create student profiles that allow stu

Why Forward Education?From first-time CS teachers to experienced coders, scaffolded lessons and a MicroChat AI coding assistant help you teach computer science with confidence using micro:bit. Forward Education connects coding and AI to real-world challenges like climate change, food security, and renewable energy. Students don't just learn to code, they learn to make a difference. Built for use w

One connected jouney from curiosity to careereDynamic Learning is part of Pearson Career Ready. Career readiness isn't a single moment. It's a journey of discovery, growth, and confidence. Career Ready connects every step, giving educators a clear roadmap to guide every student forward with confidence.They support teachers and programs that help students:Explore their interests and career optionsA

Preparing the Future WorkforceReady for Industry is a new program designed to address career awareness and preparation issues for the near-term job seeker – from late high school students through adults. Ready for Industry (RFI) bridges two gaps that exist in the preparation of many potential skilled workers:What industry pathway do I want to pursue?What is the basic info that employers want me to

Are you looking for a new way to engage and include your students or the youth in your program?Co-Design with Kids means collaborating with kids throughout the design process of a product intended to be used by kids. From requirements gathering to brainstorming to iterative evaluation, co-design gives kids more power and voice in the design process, and can often lead to surprising, innovative, an

AI literacy is one of the most requested PD topics in K-12. The challenge for most districts and organizations is not interest. It is time, materials, and budget. This grant fills the gap.Organizations that apply with a proposed MicroChat workshop event can receive:- 1-year site licensing for MicroChat (valued at $200 per license)- A live virtual training session led by our team- Workshop slides a