AI Literacy and Computer Science Education Funding in South Dakota
Curriculum requirements, funding sources, and how Forward Education helps schools meet state standards affordably.
Explore FundingSouth Dakota K-12 educators have access to a unique state grant landscape including the Project Innovation Grant (PIG), Beyond Idea Grants (BIG), Workforce Education Grants, and the specialized Dan Swets Robotics Materials Award. The Kelly Lane Earth and Space Science Grant provides a reliable annual $8,000 award. The South Dakota Community Foundation manages multiple grant programs. Black Hills Corp. Foundation serves western SD communities. Federal formula programs — Title I, Title II-A, Title IV-A, Perkins V, and IDEA — flow through the South Dakota Department of Education (SDDOE) to all 150+ SD districts.
| Category | Status |
|---|---|
| AI in Curriculum Standards | See standards alignment section below |
| AI-Specific Legislation | Check state DOE for current status |
| CS Graduation Requirement | Varies by district |
| AI Teacher Endorsement | See state DOE certification frameworks |
| AI Task Force | Check state DOE for current status |
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Les meilleures opportunités de financement
Les subventions et programmes ci-dessous sont pertinents pour cet État. Cliquez sur n'importe quelle carte pour lire tous les détails, les critères d'éligibilité et comment les produits Forward Education sont éligibles.
Workforce Education Grants (South Dakota)
21st Century Community Learning Centers (SD)
CTE Innovative Equipment Grant (South Dakota)
Dan Swets Robotics Materials Award
Project Innovation Grant (PIG)
Kelly Lane Earth and Space Science Grant
South Dakota Community Foundation Fund Grants
Beyond Idea Grants (BIG)
Community Fund Grants (SD Co-ops)
Community Action Grant (SD Community Foundation)
Black Hills Corp. Foundation / Charitable Giving
Community Works Fund / Charitable Giving
Samsung Solve for Tomorrow
Toshiba America Foundation Grants
Honda USA Foundation Pillar Awards
Motorola Solutions Foundation Grants
Verizon Innovative Learning Schools
Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants
Dollar General Literacy Foundation Grants
DonorsChoose
Rural Tech Fund
Glenn W. Bailey Foundation
NSF STEM K-12 Grants (NSF 25-545)
EPA Environmental Education Grants
NOAA B-WET (Bay Watershed Education and Training)
FIRST Team Grant Opportunities
Title I Part A - Improving Basic Programs
Title II Part A - Supporting Effective Instruction
Title IV-A Student Support and Academic Enrichment
IDEA - Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Perkins V Career and Technical Education
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