Improving Students' Understanding of Geometry Grant (PK-8)
This grant funds PK-8 educators to design activities that connect geometry learning to real-world contexts like art, science, and nature, fostering deeper student understanding and appreciation.
Funder: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Due Dates: November 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $4,000 per grant; project activities must be completed between June 1 and May 31.
Summary: Supports PK-8 educators in developing activities that enhance students' understanding of geometry by connecting it to real-world contexts outside mathematics.
Key Information: Primary applicant must be a current NCTM Essential or Premium member by the application deadline.
Description
This grant supports PK-8 educators in designing and implementing activities that help students appreciate, understand, and apply geometry concepts in alignment with adopted mathematics standards. Funded projects should connect geometry to real-world contexts outside mathematics, such as art, literature, music, science, architecture, or nature. Applicants are encouraged to integrate technology and may use published materials if properly documented. The anticipated impact on student learning and appreciation of geometry must be clearly articulated and assessed.
