Title IV-A Student Support and Academic Enrichment
Eligibility
All SC public school districts with allocations over $30,000. Contact your district federal programs office.
Program Goals
Title IV-A funds technology, well-rounded education, and safe schools. The technology component explicitly supports CS, coding, and AI literacy tools. This is one of the most flexible federal funding sources for CS programs.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Formula grant. Contact your district federal programs coordinator to plan Title IV-A technology spending.
Cycle Notes
Annual formula allocation through SCDE.
Grant Award Amount
Formula-based. At least 15% must fund technology.
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 Title IV-A fund coding kits and AI tools?
Yes. The technology component explicitly supports CS education, coding tools, and AI literacy programs.
What percentage must go to technology?
At least 15% must fund effective use of technology, including CS education.
How do SC schools access Title IV-A technology funds?
Contact your district federal programs coordinator.
How much do SC districts receive in Title IV-A?
Varies by district. Contact SCDE for allocations.
How can Forward Education help?
We provide alignment documents and pricing letters showing how our kits meet Title IV-A CS and technology goals.
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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