Schools-to-Work Program Grants
Eligibility
Schools, districts & workforce/labor partnerships building pre-apprenticeship pathways
Program Goals
L&I's Schools-to-Work grants give up to $250K to high schools building pre-apprenticeship pipelines into in-demand careers — including IT and advanced manufacturing. Round 6 closed in December 2025; a new round typically opens each fall, so start lining up your employer partner now.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
No fixed dates posted — monitor the program page (see Cycle Notes).
Cycle Notes
Round 6 (~$3.8M) closed Dec 22, 2025 with awards announced March 2026; rounds have opened roughly each fall
Grant Award Amount
Up to $250,000
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- CHARGE robotics (CTE pathways), Smart Solar Kit, Climate Action Kit
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Schools-to-Work Program Grants in Pennsylvania?
Schools, districts & workforce/labor partnerships building pre-apprenticeship pathways
How much funding is available through Schools-to-Work Program Grants?
Up to $250,000. Check the current program guidelines for the latest award ranges.
Can Schools-to-Work Program Grants funds be used for STEM and coding tools?
Yes. Schools-to-Work Program Grants funds can support hands-on STEM materials, physical computing kits, and coding curriculum when they align to the program's stated goals. Document alignment to program objectives before purchasing.
How do Pennsylvania schools apply for Schools-to-Work Program Grants?
No fixed dates posted — monitor the program page (see Cycle Notes).
How can Forward Education help with Schools-to-Work Program Grants funding?
Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents, official pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support for Pennsylvania schools. Our STEM kits are purpose-built to meet the learning outcomes Schools-to-Work Program Grants funds. Contact us before submitting your application.
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 — Pennsylvania 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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