K-12 District Computer Science Planning

The Iowa Department of Education is offering categorical grant funding to public school districts and accredited nonpublic schools to evaluate and update their K-12 computer science plans in accordance with state law HF 2629. The primary objective is to ensure all students have access to high-quality instruction aligned with Iowa Computer Science Standards. Funding is awarded on a rolling basis and is provided as a reimbursement for actual and allowable expenditures, including costs for attending Department-sponsored or PD provider workshops, mileage, and facilitation costs. Eligible expenses include stipends for off-contract work and administrator pay as permitted by contract, with substitute pay capped at 150 dollars per day based on the school's regular rate. Applicants must submit a project proposal, a proposed budget, and their developed computer science plan through the IowaGrants.gov portal. To receive reimbursement, grantees must provide a detailed general ledger and a signed claim certification. All funds must be fully expended by June 30, 2027, with final reimbursement claims due by July 30, 2027. The grant operates on an accrual basis of accounting under project code 1996 and requires adherence to the Iowa Uniform Financial Account and state rules regarding competitive bidding and inventory control. All supporting documentation must be maintained for at least six years following the final payment to allow for inspection by Department officials.