Mathematics, Science and Technology Education Grants
FirstEnergy proudly supports classroom projects and teacher professional-development initiatives focusing on mathematics, science and technology.
One of the ways we support these activities is by offering mathematics, science and technology education grants of up to $500 to educators at schools and youth groups in communities served by our electric operating companies and other areas where we have facilities.
More than 1,000 educators and leaders of youth groups have received grants since the program began during the 1986-87 school year.
The application process for the 2009-2010 school year is now open.
Projects receiving this year's grants must be completed during the 2009-2010 academic year.
Who can apply?
Educators (Pre-kindergarten through grade 12) and youth-group leaders in our service area communities and where we have facilities are encouraged to apply.
What kinds of projects will be considered?
Any creative projects in mathematics, science, engineering and technology will be considered, but projects that incorporate the following components are of the greatest interest:
- Clearly explain how the items requested for funding are vital to the project's successful completion
- Focus on electricity and electricity production
- Designed to improve, advance and enrich student learning
- One-time, one-year implementation and evaluation
- Flexible and appropriate for targeted stage of student development
- Range from formative ideas that explore learning concepts to full tested models that are ready to be adopted and disseminated
- Include additional support from other sources for larger projects
- Networking; mentoring; interdisciplinary or team-teaching; and teacher training/professional development
Grants can be used to compensate outside authorities who work with students, but not to pay teachers or staff. Equipment and trips must be shown to be just one component of a well-planned project, integrated with other curriculum materials and activities.
What is not supported by this grant?
- This grant is for resources needed for individual classroom projects. If more than one classroom is undertaking the same or a very similar project, only one grant per school may be awarded.
- School laboratory supplies or equipment for general school use. This grant targets specific mathematics, science and technology classroom projects and the resources required to implement them during the current academic year.
- Purchase of equipment like computers, digital cameras, DVD players, display cases, etc.
- Continuation of projects previously funded
- Routine responsibilities of the educator submitting the proposal
- Projects that require multiple academic years for completion
- Stipends for attending teacher development events
- Funding for student participation in the project
How do I apply?
The 2009-2010 Math, Science and Technology Grant (pdf) application can be completed online. Once you have entered all the information:
- Print out the completed application
- Sign it
- Have your principal sign it
- Attach supporting documents
- Attach a copy of your school/organization's Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification Form (IRS Form W-9)
- Mail to Community Involvement Department, FirstEnergy, 76 South Main Street, Akron, OH 44308 or FAX it to 330-761-4302
Applications must be received by the FirstEnergy Community Involvement Department by Monday, September 21, 2009 for consideration during the 2009-2010 school year. For additional information, please contact the Area Manager at your local operating company, or call 330-384-5022.
Notification of awards
Grant awards will be recommended by the FirstEnergy Educational Advisory Council. Recipients will be notified by Monday, October 26, 2009. Upon completion of the projects, recipients will be asked to provide a written summary with samples of class work. Photographs are suggested, but not required.
Recent supported projects
Download, Bright Ideas for Educators (pdf), a booklet that contains descriptions of recent projects, or view the listing of 2008-2009 Educational Grant Recipients.
(05/20/09)
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