Wendy-Ann Dixon-DuBois
Director, Communications, NewSchools
[email protected]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Funding Available for Education Innovators
October 29, 2024 – NewSchools announces $10M in funding for visionary educators and innovators to transform public education. With a focus on reimagining what’s possible, NewSchools is committed to supporting leaders dedicated to creating new opportunities for students to thrive.
Applications for this opportunity are open October 29, 2024, and close on January 8, 2025. This is a chance for innovative educators and organizations to bring their bold ideas to life with financial and technical support from NewSchools.
NewSchools supports visionary leaders with innovative solutions in four key areas:
- Innovative Schools: New innovative, public schools that support students to develop a strong academic foundation and skills needed for success in life
- Learning Solutions: K-8 reading and math solutions that build foundational skills and personalize learning to support student success
- Teaching Reimagined: Solutions that evolve how educators work, engage caregivers and community experts, and leverage genAI to make the role more sustainable and effective
- Learning Differences: Enhance teaching and learning for students with diagnosed and undiagnosed learning disabilities within and beyond our three main focus areas.
Selected recipients will receive direct financial support in the form a one-year, unrestricted grant ranging from $150,000 to $250,000, personalized coaching and access to national experts, and connections with peer organizations across the country.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit their applications by January 8, 2025 at newschools.org. Submit an eligibility form by December 10, 2024 for full application support.
Selected recipients will receive direct financial support in the form a one-year, unrestricted grant ranging from $150,000 to $250,000, personalized coaching and access to national experts, and connections with peer organizations across the country.
