Common School Fund Library Aid (Wisconsin)
Eligibility
All Wisconsin public school districts. Library aid is distributed annually to every public school based on enrollment.
Program Goals
Wisconsin's Common School Fund provides formula aid to public school libraries statewide. Funds support library resources, technology, and materials that support student learning across all subject areas.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Formula distribution. Contact your district library director or DPI for guidance on allowable uses.
Cycle Notes
Annual formula distribution through Wisconsin DPI.
Grant Award Amount
Per-pupil formula distribution. Statewide total approximately $73.5M annually.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses
- 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
Frequently Asked Questions
Which schools receive Common School Fund aid?
All Wisconsin public schools receive per-pupil formula library aid.
Can Common School Fund aid be used for technology?
Yes. Library technology and materials are allowable uses within school library programs.
How do WI districts access Common School Fund aid?
Contact your district library director. Funds flow through annual DPI formula distribution.
How much does each school receive?
Varies by enrollment. Total statewide: approximately $73.5M annually.
How can Forward Education help?
Our Learning Platform supports digital literacy skills development that aligns to library program goals.
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 — Wisconsin 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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Our grant guide helps educators find the right funding sources and build strong applications for STEM and coding programs.
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