The From Seedlings to Scale (S2S) Grants program by the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) supports innovative ideas in education through three phases, with increasing funding and duration. The current focus is on developing AI and technology solutions to help education systems integrate evidence-based practices for better student outcomes from prekindergarten to grade 12. The goal is to connect research, policy, and practice effectively.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations or entities that can develop and test innovative AI and technology solutions for education systems. The focus is on those who can integrate evidence-based practices to improve outcomes for students from prekindergarten through grade 12.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of innovative AI or technology component
- Inability to demonstrate understanding of educational systems
- Proposals not focused on prekindergarten to grade 12
- Lack of evidence-based approach
- Failure to address sustainability and scalability
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Evidence of previous research or pilot studies
- Plan for sustainability and scalability
- Budget outline
- Organizational capability statement
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Timeline for project phases
- Evidence of understanding of educational systems
- Proof of eligibility
Cautions
- Ensure alignment with the C-STEP focus area
- Proposals must be evidence-based
- Consideration for sustainability is crucial
- Projects must be scalable
- Must demonstrate understanding of educational systems
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are those categorized as 'OTHER' by the Department of Education. This typically includes non-profit organizations, research institutions, and potentially other entities capable of developing and testing innovative AI and technology solutions for educational systems. Specific eligibility details should be confirmed with the official grant documentation.
Overview
This grant is for organizations or entities that can develop and test innovative AI and technology solutions for education systems. The focus is on those who can integrate evidence-based practices to improve outcomes for students from prekindergarten through grade 12.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of innovative AI or technology component
- Inability to demonstrate understanding of educational systems
- Proposals not focused on prekindergarten to grade 12
- Lack of evidence-based approach
- Failure to address sustainability and scalability
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and test AI and technology solutions that help education systems integrate evidence-based practices. This includes research, solution development, and planning for sustainability and scalability.
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Deadline
- Dec 11, 2026(55 days)
- Archive Date
- Jan 10, 2027
- Last Updated
- Oct 16, 2026
Application Checklist
- Review C-STEP focus area requirements
- Develop a detailed project proposal
- Gather evidence of previous research or pilot studies
- Create a sustainability and scalability plan
- Prepare a budget outline
- Compile an organizational capability statement
- Obtain letters of support or partnership agreements
- Draft a timeline for project phases
- Verify proof of eligibility