21st Century Community Learning Centers (Cohort 17)
Eligibility
Wyoming public schools in high-need areas. Programs must serve students during non-school hours. Title I schools and rural WY communities are well positioned. All 48 WY districts may apply.
Program Goals
21st CCLC funds afterschool and summer enrichment programs that complement regular school learning. CS, coding, robotics, and STEM activities are a strong fit for these multi-year grants in Wyoming.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Competitive grants administered by WDE. Applications submitted through the WDE grants portal. Watch for the Cohort 17 RFP at edu.wyoming.gov. Awards are multi-year.
Cycle Notes
Annual RFP cycle. WDE posts the RFP each year. Check edu.wyoming.gov for the current timeline and Cohort 17 application window.
Grant Award Amount
Multi-year awards. Annual amounts vary by program size and enrollment. Contact WDE for the current award range for Cohort 17.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- Coding for Good Kit — an all-in-one coding, robotics, and AI literacy toolkit using micro:bit for real-world challenges
- CodeCTRL controller with display for micro:bit — a handheld game-style controller for interactive games and physical computing
- Climate Action Kit — a beginner-friendly STEM kit combining micro:bit sensors to code solutions for climate change and sustainability
- Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of programs does 21st CCLC fund in Wyoming?
Afterschool, weekend, and summer enrichment programs for K-12 students. CS, coding, and STEM activities are strong fits.
How long are WY 21st CCLC grants?
Multi-year awards. Provides sustained funding for ongoing afterschool STEM programs.
What is Cohort 17?
The current cohort of Wyoming 21st CCLC grant recipients. Cohort 17 refers to the 17th grant cycle under this federal program.
When does WDE post the RFP?
Annually. Monitor edu.wyoming.gov for the current timeline.
How can Forward Education help?
We help design afterschool STEM program outlines that align to 21st CCLC requirements and WY standards.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals.
- Curriculum alignment documents — Wyoming standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing
- Letters of support
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence
