North Carolina Per-Pupil Base Funding (State Aid Formula)
Eligibility
- North Carolina K–12 public schools and charter schools
- North Carolina school districts and county offices of education
- North Carolina nonprofit organizations serving K–12 students
- Community organizations and volunteer groups in North Carolina
Program Goals
North Carolina's foundational per-pupil formula funding for all districts. Flexible spending includes STEM materials, technology tools, coding curriculum, and physical computing. Combined state/federal per-pupil: $8,312.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Automatic annual apportionment
Grant Award Amount
Per-pupil formula; $8,312 combined state/federal
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- micro:bit Starter Kit — Programmable microcontroller kits that introduce hands-on coding and electronics projects. Qualifies as CS/coding hardware for K-12 classrooms and supports physical computing education goals.
- Coding for Good Kit — Project-based coding curriculum connecting computer science to real-world community problems. Qualifies for CS education and digital literacy funding; builds computational thinking through authentic challenges.
- CHARGE Climate Sensor — Hands-on micro:bit-based climate and environmental sensor kit for real-world data collection. Supports place-based STEM learning and qualifies for environmental science and physical computing programs.
Keep in Mind
This is formula funding — your district already receives it. Connect with your district's curriculum director or Title coordinator to allocate funds toward STEM, coding, or AI literacy programs.
North Carolina's HB-8 requires a CS course for graduation starting with the Class of 2029. Framing your program as part of district HB-8 implementation shows funders you're aligned with state policy — a strong signal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for North Carolina Per-Pupil Base Funding (State Aid Formula) in North Carolina?
North Carolina K–12 public schools and charter schools North Carolina school districts and county offices of education North Carolina nonprofit organizations serving K–12 students Community organizations and volunteer groups in North Carolina
How much funding is available through North Carolina Per-Pupil Base Funding (State Aid Formula)?
Per-pupil formula; $8,312 combined state/federal. Check the current program guidelines for the latest award ranges and allocation details.
Can North Carolina Per-Pupil Base Funding (State Aid Formula) funds be used for STEM and coding tools?
Yes. North Carolina Per-Pupil Base Funding (State Aid Formula) funds can support hands-on STEM materials, physical computing kits, and coding curriculum when they align to the program's stated goals. Document alignment to program objectives before purchasing.
Do schools need to apply for North Carolina Per-Pupil Base Funding (State Aid Formula)?
Automatic annual apportionment
How can Forward Education help with North Carolina Per-Pupil Base Funding (State Aid Formula) funding?
Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents, official pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support for North Carolina schools. Our STEM kits are purpose-built to meet the learning outcomes North Carolina Per-Pupil Base Funding (State Aid Formula) funds. Contact us before submitting your application.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals. We can help you connect our tools to your grant requirements.
- Curriculum alignment documents — TEKS, Common Core, and state standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing — classroom sets, bundles, and multi-site pricing
- Letters of support — documentation for grant applications
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence — ready-to-use program outlines
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