676623 - FY27 Computer Science Incentive Fund PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

The Iowa Department of Education is offering a state‑funded grant to support professional‑development activities that enhance K‑12 teachers’ capacity to deliver computer‑science instruction aligned with the Iowa Computer Science Standards and CSTA Teacher Standards. Eligible applicants include public school districts, accredited non‑public school systems, and collaboratives within Iowa. Funding is categorical, supplemental only, and must be expended by September 30, 2027. Grantees must submit a detailed, itemized budget, a three‑year CS education plan, and comply with semi‑annual progress reports and two reimbursement claim windows. Physical‑computing devices may be funded only if directly tied to the professional‑development activities.