The Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) makes funding available to teacher preparation providers (TPP) for the purpose of supporting the planning of TPPs and partner school districts, charter schools, and Tribal contract schools in order to expand the number of and geographical diversity of teacher residency programs and registered teacher apprenticeships for candidates to become licensed, effective teachers.
Donor Name: Minnesota Department of Education
State: Minnesota
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/11/2024
Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000
Grant Duration: 2 Years
Details:
Priorities
- Applicants that apply with committed districts, charter schools, or Tribal Contract schools.
- Applicants that demonstrate the capacity and commitment to design, implement, and sustain teacher residency programs and registered teacher apprenticeships in partnership with districts, charter schools, or Tribal Contract schools.
- Applicants that are proposing programs that result in licensure for candidates in special education and other shortage areas.
- Applicants that are proposing programs that diversify the educator workforce.
- Ensuring programs are available in urban, suburban, and rural areas of Minnesota.
Funding Information
- Total amount available: Approximately $1,282,800.
- Maximum grant amount: $213,800.
Grant Period
The term of the initial grant period is anticipated to be from May 23, 2024, through June 30, 2025.
Eligibility Criteria
Grant funding is available to teacher preparation providers approved by the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB). Applicants must apply with committed districts, charter schools, or Tribal Contract schools and demonstrate the capacity and commitment to design, implement, and sustain programs in partnership with districts, charter schools, or Tribal Contract schools.
For more information, visit MDE.
