Forward Education CS & AI Literacy Grants

Published on June 10, 2026

MicroChat is Forward Education's micro:bit-native AI literacy software that lets students interact with a large language model directly through the micro:bit. It's designed to make AI concepts tangible and accessible for K-12 learners without requiring expensive hardware or complex setup.
 
MicroChat CS and AI Literacy Grants are now open! Equip every educator in your region with hands-on AI literacy tools. Apply to receive free site licensing, turnkey PD materials, and live training for your team.
 
Virtual, in-person, and hybrid training formats are all encouraged. Virtual sessions can be a great way to reach educators across a wider geographic area, especially for initial introductions to MicroChat.
 
Learn more at https://forwardedu.com/pages/ai-literacy-grant.
Other news

William F. Barr Entomological Museum at the University of Idaho

June 10, 2026
University of Idaho’s entomological collection was initiated in 1947 by Professor William F. Barr (1920-2011), a leading expert on Buprestidae and Cleridae. A rich resource for researchers, students and enthusiasts alike — what began with just 10,000 specimens has expanded to over one million mounted insects. Educational groups are regularly hosted for visits and special events, as part of the imp