Delaware STEM Educator Awards
Eligibility
Delaware K-12 teachers delivering outstanding STEM education. Awards typically recognize teachers who demonstrate innovative STEM instruction, student outcomes, and program leadership. All Delaware districts are eligible.
Program Goals
The Delaware STEM Educator Awards recognize exceptional STEM teachers and provide funds to support or expand their programs. Awards celebrate classroom innovation and create models for replication across the state.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Application process TBD — monitor DE DOE and Delaware STEM partner announcements for the current cycle. Awards typically require a teacher nomination or self-application with evidence of program impact.
Cycle Notes
Cycle status uncertain. Monitor doe.k12.de.us and Delaware STEM organization websites for announcements.
Grant Award Amount
Up to $7,500 per educator award. Funds can typically be used to expand the award-winning program, purchase additional materials, or support teacher professional development.
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
Who is eligible for a Delaware STEM Educator Award?
Delaware K-12 teachers delivering outstanding STEM instruction. Check current guidelines for specific eligibility criteria.
What is the award amount?
Up to $7,500 per teacher. Funds support program expansion or materials.
When is the application deadline?
TBD — monitor DE DOE for announcements.
Can award funds buy classroom kits?
Typically yes — award funds are used to expand or enhance the recognized program, including purchasing STEM tools and materials.
How can Forward Education help?
We can help teachers frame their program narrative around measurable student outcomes and CS/STEM standards alignment for award applications.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals.
- Curriculum alignment documents — Delaware standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing
- Letters of support
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence
