Kelly Lane Earth and Space Science Grant
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The Kelly Lane Earth and Space Science Grant supports South Dakota K-12 teachers advancing earth and space science education with innovative, technology-rich STEM programs.
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Funder: South Dakota NASA Space Grant Consortium
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $8,000 per award; typically one annual grant; project period up to 1 year.
Summary: Supports outstanding South Dakota K-12 science or math teachers implementing innovative, technology-integrated STEM programs.
Key Information: For South Dakota K-12 teachers only; funds cannot be used for salary, computers, or clothing.
Description
This annual grant, established by the South Dakota NASA Space Grant Consortium in memory of Kelly Lane, recognizes and supports exceptional K-12 science or math teachers in South Dakota. The program aims to advance earth and space sciences, promote technology integration in classrooms, and foster innovative STEM education at the pre-college level. The grant encourages teachers to pursue professional development, develop new curricula, and implement creative approaches to STEM learning that have sustainable and broad-reaching impacts on students and educational communities.
