Educational Funding and Curriculum Resources

AI Literacy and Computer Science Education Funding in Texas

Curriculum requirements, funding sources, and how Forward Education helps schools meet state standards affordably.

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Texas is one of the fastest-growing states for K-12 AI and computer science education. HB 900 and TEA's expanding CS grant portfolio are creating new pathways for districts to fund physical computing, coding, and AI literacy programs at scale.

CategoryStatus
AI in Curriculum StandardsSee standards alignment section below
AI-Specific LegislationCheck state DOE for current status
CS Graduation RequirementVaries by district
AI Teacher EndorsementSee state DOE certification frameworks
AI Task ForceCheck state DOE for current status
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Top Funding Opportunities

The grants and programs below are relevant to this state. Click any card to read full details, eligibility, and how Forward Education products qualify.

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TEA: 21st Century Community Learning Centers (Cycle 13)

TEA 21st Century Community Learning Centers funds after-school STEM, coding, and physical computing in Texas K-12 schools. Apply in Cycle...

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TEA: AP Computer Science Principles (CSP) Grant

TEA AP Computer Science Principles grants help Texas high schools launch CSP courses with coding tools and AI literacy curriculum. Apply ...

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TEA: Texas Mobile STEM Laboratory Program Grant

TEA Mobile STEM Lab grants bring portable science and coding labs to Texas K-12 schools. Apply to give students hands-on physical computi...

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NSF STEM and Computing Partnerships

NSF STEM and Computing Partnerships fund research-practice collaborations in Texas schools. Apply to build computer science access and K-...

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Toshiba America Foundation

Toshiba America Foundation grants fund hands-on STEM and science projects in Texas K-12 schools. Apply to support coding, physical comput...

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DonorsChoose: Classroom Technology and STEM Projects

DonorsChoose lets Texas K-12 teachers crowdfund STEM supplies, coding kits, and classroom technology. Post a project to get your classroo...

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Verizon Innovative Learning Schools

Verizon Innovative Learning Schools funds Texas middle schools with devices, coding tools, and digital learning resources. Apply to equip...

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Need Help Writing Your Grant?

Securing funding for AI and CS education does not have to be overwhelming. Our team has helped hundreds of schools across the country successfully apply for technology grants.

  • Free Grant Application Guide — Step-by-step walkthrough for the most common federal and state funding programs
  • Grant Writing Assistance — Our team can review your application draft and provide feedback
  • Budget Templates — Pre-built budget justifications showing how Forward Education products fit within grant requirements
  • Compliance Documentation — Evidence of standards alignment and student outcomes to strengthen your proposal
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Professional Development for AI and CS Education

Implementing AI literacy and computer science does not have to mean starting from scratch. Forward Education provides comprehensive professional development to help educators build confidence and competence.

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MicroChat Foundations Workshop

VirtualSelf-Paced3 hours

Hands-on introduction to MicroChat and the micro:bit ecosystem. Teachers learn to run the core AI literacy lessons, facilitate student coding activities, and connect content to their state standards.

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On-Site AI Literacy Integration Training

In-PersonCustomizable1-2 days

Full-day on-site training for district or school teams. Includes hands-on kit setup, lesson planning, standards crosswalk, and assessment strategy. Ideal for district-wide rollouts.

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Ongoing Coaching and Community

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Monthly live PD sessions, a teacher community for lesson sharing, and direct support from our curriculum team. Keeps your program fresh and teachers supported all year long.

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