What AI and computer science education funding is available in Utah?

Utah schools should start with the STEM Competition Grant ($500-$5K) for a low-barrier entry into grant funding, then move to the APEX Grant for comprehensive CS planning and implementation support. Schools interested in sustained state technology funding should also explore the Digital Teaching and Learning Program allocation for their district.

Does Utah have AI literacy requirements for K-12 schools?

Yes. Utah Code 53E-3-516 requires CS education access for K-12 students, supported by the Digital Teaching and Learning Program which provides ongoing annual funding. This legal foundation makes Utah one of the stronger states for CS grant applications, as both the mandate and the funding mechanism are already in place.

What grants can Utah schools use for coding and STEM tools?

Utah's STEM Competition Grant, PreK-12 Classroom Grant, and UGROW Hydroponics Grant support the purchase of hands-on equipment like Forward Education's robotics and engineering kits. The APEX Grant and Computing Partnership Grant are well suited for curriculum-focused programs using Forward Education's AI and CS learning modules.

How can Forward Education products align with Utah AI and CS standards?

Forward Education provides curriculum documentation aligned to Utah's CS standards under 53E-3-516, along with grant application support for both state and national programs. Our team helps Utah schools navigate the Digital Teaching and Learning Program requirements and build strong applications for equipment-focused grants.

Educational Funding and Curriculum Resources

AI Literacy and Computer Science Education Funding in Utah

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Executive Summary

Utah K-12 schools can access 27 grant programs totaling over $45M in AI, CS, and STEM education funding.

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

Official Sources

Utah State Board of Education — Computer Science → Utah Digital Teaching and Learning Program → Utah Code 53E-3-516 — CS Education →

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AI Literacy and Computer Science Education Funding in Utah

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Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation (Utah) (Discontinued)

Sorenson Legacy Foundation Grants

George S. and Dolores Dore Eccles Foundation Education Grants

Rocky Mountain Power Foundation Education and STEM Grants

APEX Grant Program (Profession-Based Learning Centers)

21st Century Community Learning Centers (Utah)

Digital Teaching and Learning Grant Program

Computer Science for Utah Grant Program

STEM Professional Learning Grant

Computing Partnership Grant

UGROW Hydroponics Grant

STEM Community Impact Sponsorship

STEM Competition Grant

PreK-12 Classroom Grant

Dollar General Literacy Foundation Grants

Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants

Motorola Solutions Foundation Grants

Honda USA Foundation Pillar Awards

Toshiba America Foundation Grants

FIRST Team Grant Opportunities

NSF STEM K-12 (NSF 25-545)

NOAA B-WET (Bay Watershed Education & Training)

IDEA - Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

Perkins V - Career & Technical Education

Title IV-A - Student Support & Academic Enrichment

Title II, Part A - Supporting Effective Instruction

Title I, Part A - Improving Basic Programs

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