ST Math School Grants Program for {{vm.stateName}}

1. How are the grantees chosen?

This competitive opportunity is open to all K-6 public elementary schools in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. We are looking for schools that:

• Are focused on improving their students' conceptual understanding of mathematics
• Have a clear plan for how to use ST Math for at least the minimum minute recommendation
• Have included teachers, site administrators, and district administrators in the decision to apply - buy-in at each level is important
• Commit to getting all teachers trained
• Designate a strong Champion (or two) to act as a partner to the ST Math Education Success Manager and a coach and cheerleader for the school as it builds JiJi culture and strong mathematical practices

Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Competitive preference will be given to schools in districts with at least 15% of students designated as economically disadvantaged.

2. Who is MIND Research Institute?

MIND Research Institute is a neuroscience and education social impact organization. Its mission is to ensure that all students are mathematically equipped to solve the world's most challenging problems. To achieve this goal, we created ST Math, a visual instructional program that builds a deep conceptual understanding of math through rigorous learning and creative problem solving to deeply engage, motivate, and challenge students toward higher achievement.

3. Who is the Mass STEM Hub?

The Mass STEM Hub, a program of the One8 Foundation, partners with schools to implement high-quality, applied learning programs in Massachusetts. The One8 Foundation is also a philanthropic partner of MIND Research, generously funding the ST Math School Grants Program.

4. What kind of projects are supported?

We support public elementary schools (K-6) that plan to implement ST Math with a high degree of fidelity and have a strategy to sustain momentum once the grant has expired. This grant is not available for Middle School or High School implementations of ST Math.

5. Can a grant span more than one year?

Yes, this is a long term commitment. The initial high-touch model of professional learning is for the first three years, with additional benefits beyond the initial term.

6. Can we edit our application after it has been submitted?

The portal allows you to login and make adjustments at any point in the process before clicking "Submit."

7. Will we get a copy of our submitted application?

Yes, you will have an option to print your final application through the portal.

8. If we applied in a previous year and did not receive the grant, can we apply again this year?

Yes, we hope to see all schools apply that previously applied.

9. What does the grant cover?

For new ST Math schools, the award includes over $40,000 in licensing, implementation, professional development, and support fees over the three-year term. For existing ST Math schools, the award includes any additional licensing fees to expand ST Math for all elementary students (K-6) in addition to over $20,000 in implementation, professional development, and support fees over the three-year term. All schools will be responsible for a participation fee of $3,500 each year of the grant.

10. What are the deadlines for submission?

Part One of the application is due 2/17/2023. Schools invited to continue in the process will be notified by 3/1/2023. Part Two of the application is due 3/24/2023. Final award notifications will occur on or before 4/13/2023.

11. Can I apply before the application deadline?

Yes, early application submissions are accepted and encouraged. You are able to create your online application and revisit it as many times as you would like before submitting (no need to complete in one sitting).