Digital Learning Initiative Instructional Innovation Grant
Forecasted
The Digital Learning Initiative Instructional Innovation Grant funds innovative digital teaching and learning projects in North Carolina public schools, supporting educator growth and student engagement through technology.
Funder: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 for public school districts; up to $20,000 for charter, regional, and lab schools; one-year grant; up to 10 awards.
Summary: Supports North Carolina public schools in advancing digital teaching and learning through instructional innovation, leadership, and professional growth.
Description
The Digital Learning Initiative Instructional Innovation Grant is a competitive program offered by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) to foster innovative digital teaching and learning practices in public schools across the state. The grant aims to establish hubs of educational innovation that model digital leadership, promote professional growth for educators, and expand student access to high-quality, meaningful learning experiences.
Projects may focus on:
- Professional learning for educators
- Integration of innovative technologies
- Building educator capacity
- Enhancing student agency and engagement
- Promoting critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity
All funded activities should align with the NC Digital Learning Plan and ISTE-aligned Digital Learning Competencies, with the overarching goal of strengthening digital-age teaching and learning in North Carolina.
