IDEA - Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Eligibility
All SC public schools serving students with disabilities receive IDEA formula funds.
Program Goals
IDEA funds special education services and assistive technology for students with disabilities. STEM tools supporting inclusive CS education can be funded when documented in IEPs.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Formula grant. Contact your district special education director.
Cycle Notes
Annual formula allocation through SCDE.
Grant Award Amount
Formula-based. SC receives tens of millions in IDEA annually.
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
- CHARGE Battery Pack for micro:bit — a compact rechargeable power solution that makes micro:bit projects fully portable
- Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses
Frequently Asked Questions
Can IDEA funds be used for STEM tools?
Yes, when tools support students with disabilities and are documented in IEPs.
How do SC schools access IDEA funds for STEM?
Work with your district special education director. Document alignment to IEP goals.
What documentation is needed?
Show how the tool supports specific students IEP goals or inclusive STEM instruction.
How much IDEA funding does SC receive?
Tens of millions annually. Individual amounts vary.
How can Forward Education help?
We provide documentation showing how our accessible kits support diverse learners.
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 — South Carolina 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
Download the Forward Education Grant Guide
Our grant guide helps educators find the right funding sources and build strong applications for STEM and coding programs.
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