Title IV-A Student Support and Academic Enrichment (NH)
Eligibility
All NH public school districts. Funds flow through the district via NH DOE annual allocation. Districts with over $30,000 must spend at least 15% on technology and CS education.
Program Goals
Title IV-A provides flexible formula funds for well-rounded education, technology, and safe schools. Technology and computer science — including coding, robotics, and AI literacy tools — are explicitly allowable uses.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
No competitive application. NH districts receive allocations through NH DOE. Contact your district's federal programs coordinator to confirm your allocation and allowable uses.
Cycle Notes
Annual formula allocation. Funds available at the start of each school year. Districts must submit plans to NH DOE.
Grant Award Amount
Formula-based allocation per district. Amounts vary by district size and poverty concentration. At least 15% of the allocation must go to technology and CS for districts with $30,000+.
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
- CHARGE Battery Pack for micro:bit — a compact rechargeable power solution that makes micro:bit projects fully portable
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my district automatically receive Title IV-A funds?
Yes. All NH public districts receive a formula allocation. Contact your district's federal programs coordinator.
What is the technology spend requirement?
Districts with $30,000+ must spend at least 15% on effective technology use including coding and CS tools.
Can Title IV-A buy coding kits?
Yes. Coding kits, robotics tools, and AI literacy programs are explicitly allowable under the technology spend.
How do districts access these funds?
Through your district's federal programs coordinator and NH DOE. Funds are already allocated — no competitive application needed.
How can Forward Education help?
We provide purchase documentation and curriculum alignment showing how our kits meet Title IV-A technology and CS requirements.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals.
- Curriculum alignment documents — New Hampshire standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing
- Letters of support
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence
