Title I Part A - Improving Basic Programs
Eligibility
All Illinois public school districts. Federal formula funding for Illinois schools serving high concentrations of students from low-income families. Supports STEM and technology programs.
Program Goals
Federal formula funding for Illinois schools serving high concentrations of students from low-income families. Supports STEM and technology programs.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Formula grant. Contact your district federal programs coordinator.
Cycle Notes
Annual formula allocation through ISBE.
Grant Award Amount
Formula-based. Individual district amounts vary.
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
- Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Illinois schools use Title I Part A - Improving Basic Programs for STEM?
Yes. Federal formula funding for Illinois schools serving high concentrations of students from low-income families. Supports STEM and technology programs.
How much does Title I Part A - Improving Basic Programs provide?
Formula-based. Amounts vary by district.
How do Illinois schools access these funds?
Contact your district federal programs coordinator. Annual formula allocation.
What can the funds purchase?
STEM materials, coding tools, and curriculum when aligned to program goals.
How can Forward Education help?
We provide curriculum alignment documents and pricing letters for grant applications.
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 — Illinois 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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