K-12 Teacher Aerospace and Space Development Program
Eligibility
Maine K-12 public school teachers. Projects must focus on aerospace, space science, or STEM connected to Maine Space Grant priorities.
Program Goals
Maine Space Grant Consortium (NASA-affiliated) provides grants for Maine K-12 teachers to develop aerospace and STEM curriculum. Programs connect Maine students to space science careers.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Monitor mainespacegrant.org for the current application cycle.
Cycle Notes
Annual cycle opening soon. Monitor mainespacegrant.org.
Grant Award Amount
Varies by project scope and available NASA Space Grant funding.
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
- Smart Solar Energy Kit — build and program a working solar panel to measure real-time power generation and explore renewable energy
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible?
Maine K-12 public school teachers with aerospace and space STEM projects.
How much does the program provide?
Varies by project.
What types of projects qualify?
Aerospace, space science, and STEM curriculum development.
How do Maine teachers apply?
Monitor mainespacegrant.org for the current cycle.
How can Forward Education help?
Our coding kits support the hands-on STEM learning that space grant programs fund.
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 — Maine 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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