Solar 4R Schools
Eligibility
Idaho K-12 public schools. Schools receive a donated solar array installation plus live data monitoring equipment that connects to classroom curriculum.
Program Goals
Solar 4R Schools installs donated solar arrays on Idaho school buildings and provides data monitoring equipment so students can track real-time energy generation. The program makes solar energy visible and educational for students.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Apply at solar4rschools.org by October 1, 2026.
Cycle Notes
Annual cycle. October 1, 2026 deadline. Monitor solar4rschools.org for future cycles.
Grant Award Amount
In-kind donation of solar panels plus installation and data monitoring equipment. No cash award.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- Smart Solar Energy Kit — build and program a working solar panel to measure real-time power generation and explore renewable energy
- Climate Action Kit — a beginner-friendly STEM kit combining micro:bit sensors to code solutions for climate change and sustainability
- CHARGE Battery Pack for micro:bit — a compact rechargeable power solution that makes micro:bit projects fully portable
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Solar 4R Schools?
Idaho K-12 public schools. Building must be suitable for solar installation.
What does Solar 4R Schools provide?
A donated solar array plus data monitoring equipment connected to classroom curriculum.
Is there a cost?
No. Solar arrays are donated to qualifying schools.
How do Idaho schools apply?
Apply at solar4rschools.org by October 1, 2026.
How does Forward Education complement Solar 4R Schools?
Our Smart Solar Energy Kit lets students code and measure their own solar panel alongside the school installation, deepening energy learning.
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 — Idaho 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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