Fueling the BEST ideas: DEF Opens Grant Applications for Both Teachers and Students

It’s that time of year again: we are launching the annual Teacher Innovation Grant application process! Decatur Education Foundation has been awarding teacher grants since 2002, and last year we awarded more than $35K in funds to City Schools of Decatur teachers in almost every school in the district. These grants provide funding for our teachers to enhance classroom learning by introducing new books, technology and equipment, addressing different learning styles, and bringing creative ideas to life. We hope to double those funds this year and support teachers in every school in the district.

We are thrilled to announce that we are also accepting Student Innovation Grants! These newly established grants will provide students with a voice in their education and encourage them to explore creative solutions to problems and challenges. Any student in the City Schools of Decatur is eligible to apply for funds. Students are required to have the support of a faculty sponsor and the principal of their school. Younger students are welcome to collaborate with their faculty sponsor to complete the details of the application. 

 Upcoming dates:

Application Deadline — August 31, 2023 @ 5:00 PM
Grant Review with Selection Committee — September 1-13, 2023
Grant Awards Announced — September 14, 2023