School Health Professional Grant Program (SHPG)
Forecasted
The School Health Professional Grant Program funds Colorado schools to hire licensed professionals and expand evidence-based student health and behavioral services.
Funder: Colorado Department of Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (annual application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Awards are typically for 1 year, renewable for up to 3 years total; funding varies by project scope and available appropriations; matching funds are required.
Summary: Supports Colorado K-12 schools in hiring licensed health professionals to expand student mental, behavioral, and physical health services.
Key Information: Only Colorado school districts, BOCES, and eligible charter schools may apply; funds must supplement, not replace, existing resources.
Description
The School Health Professional Grant Program (SHPG) aims to enhance the presence and capacity of licensed health professionals in K-12 schools across Colorado. The program funds the hiring of school nurses, psychologists, social workers, counselors, and other state-licensed or certified professionals to address students’ behavioral, mental, and physical health needs. In addition to direct services, SHPG supports staff training, evidence-based health education programming, and partnerships with community organizations to improve student wellbeing and facilitate access to behavioral health care.
