News Brief
Announcing $12M in available grants: Next Generation Learning Challenges Wave 3
On October 5, 2011, the Next Generation Learning Challenges (NGLC) launched Wave III, which provides up to $12 million in grants for comprehensive models that apply technology to personalize students' learning experiences, thereby improving the speed and depth by which they develop and master critical knowledge and skills. Wave III focuses on breakthrough models for both college readiness and college completion and includes two separate Request for Proposals: one addressing grades 6-12 and one targeting postsecondary education (including two-year and four-year degree programs).
Wave IIIa, focused specifically on college readiness in grades 6-12, will seek new, technology-enabled, whole school solutions that aim to radically improve student performance across grades 6-12. NGLC is seeking approaches that can help all students - but especially low-income students and students of color - develop the skills and knowledge necessary to lead productive lives. Wave IIIa is looking for models that have a clear, sustainable expansion or adoption plan to meet the need.
Applicants for Wave IIIa would be eligible for $150,000 pre-launch planning grants and up to $300,000 in one-to-one matching funds. NGLC expects to make up to twenty $150,000 awards and has a pool of $3 million for the one-to-one matching funds. NGLC will be seeking both district and charter school applicants who seek to launch new blended school models.
All information about Wave III, including the RFP and dates for upcoming informational webcasts, may be found at www.nextgenlearning.org. CCSSO supports NGLC along with partners EDUCAUSE, the International Association for K-12 Online Learning (iNACOL), the League for Innovation in the Community College, and the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation.
Please contact Linda Pittenger, CCSSO Innovation Lab Network Director, at lindap@ccsso.org with questions about this opportunity.