This grant is open to all U.S. states and territories. Participating students must be from Title I schools (40% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch) in grades PreK through 12. Teachers will submit the application on behalf of their class, but student involvement in the process is required. One entry should be submitted per class/group of students. More than one entry form can be submitted per school, if each entry benefits unique students (e.g. multiple classes in one grade level).
Deadline: Applications must be submitted by February 26, 2021 by 11:59 pm HST.
Before you begin the application, make sure your request meets the following requirements:
- Each application should include a distance-learning park-themed educational component that focuses on at least one of the following three themes: 1) environmental science/education, 2) history/civics, or 3) wellness through outdoor recreation. NOTE: We will not fund in-park programming or buses this year. CLICK HERE for examples.
- Each application should also include a park stewardship element. This can be an activity or an educational lesson. CLICK HERE for examples.
- Experiences should take place and all funding should be used by June 30th, 2021.
- Winners agree to submit the following to the Park Trust (through Cybergrants) after their experience:
- 1 or more paragraphs summarizing and reflecting on the experience, and preferably at least one from a student and one from the lead teacher. One summary per entry is required, but more are welcomed.
- Teachers are required to complete a brief online survey.
- Additonally, send at least 5 high-resolution digital photos from your experience if you are able. Photos should include your students learning, enjoying, and experiencing your lesson or program. Photos of students using any items purchased is encouraged. Please include little Buddy Bison in the pictures as well!
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