"One of the tenets of a democratic society is that (people) be allowed to think and express themselves freely on any subject...(schools) must develop in the young not only an awareness of this freedom but a will to exercise it, and the intellectual power and perspective to do so effectively." Postman & Weingartner, Teaching as a Subversive Activity Links to Other Useful Web Sites K-12 Educational Organizations and Associations American Federation of Teachers (http://www.aft.org/) Offers information about the AFT (a union of professional educators, both private and public), news updates on AFT issues, as well as links to resources for educators teaching at all levels. Council of Chief State School Officers (http://www.ccsso.org/) A nationwide nonprofit organization composed of public officials who lead the departments responsible for elementary and secondary education in their states. Includes a comprehensive list of links to state education agency Web site (http://www.ccsso.org/seamenu.html). International Technology Education Association (http://www.iteawww.org/) ITEA is the professional organization of technology teachers. Our mission is to promote technological literacy for all by supporting the teaching of technology and promoting the professionalism of those engaged in this pursuit. ITEA strengthens the profession through leadership, professional development, membership services, publications, and classroom activities.Web site (http://www.iteawww.org/). National Education Association (http://www.nea.org/) Offers frequently updated information on the work of the NEA, an organization devoted to public education, as well as useful education and grant links. National Association of Independent Schools (http://www.nais.org/nais/index.html) Represents over 1,100 independent schools and associations in the United States and abroad. National Art Education Association (http://www.naea-reston.org/) Nonprofit membership organization with more than 17,000 members. National Science Teachers Association (http://www.nsta.org/) The Web site of this membership organization offers an extensive listing of science education sites. Education Innovation/Reform
Annenberg Foundation-Annenberg Challenge Grant (http://www.annenberg.org/) Announced in 1993, the Annenberg Challenge Grant is a $500 million, five-year challenge grant designed to energize, support, and replicate successful school reform programs around the country. The site includes contact information for funded programs. Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Education (http://www.carnegiefoundation.org/) With a focus on the scholarship of teaching, the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Education seeks to generate discussion and promulgate sustainable, long-term changes in educational research, policy, and practice. The foundation, which was established in 1905, uses income from its endowment to support its research and publication activities and does not award grants. The Center for Education Reform (http://www.edreform.com/) A national nonprofit advocacy organization founded in 1993 to provide support and guidance to parents and teachers, community and civic groups, policymakers and grassroots leaders, and all who are working to bring fundamental reform to their schools. Educators' Guide to Schoolwide Reform (http://www.aasa.org/reform/) Produced by the NEA and other national education organizations, this report offers the first-ever comparison of school-wide approaches to improving classroom instruction. Thomas B. Fordham Foundation (http://www.edexcellence.net/een/abouteen.htm) Supports research, publications, and action projects of national significance in elementary/secondary education reform, as well as significant education reform projects in Dayton, Ohio, and vicinity. New Schools Venture Fund (http://www.newschools.org/) Works to improve public K-12 education by investing in promising education ventures and supporting a community of education entrepreneurs. Public Education Network (http://www.publiceducation.org/) Network of community-based school reform organizations. Includes a range of information on Local Education Funds, tax-exempt community-based organizations that bring together key players in the community, administer innovative school programs, broker resources, award grants, and enhance the visibility and value of the public schools. U.S. Charter Schools (http://www.uscharterschools.org/) Includes a resource directory (http://www.uscharterschools.org/res_dir/res_main.htm), and links to resources for starting and running a charter school-topical assistance, federal resources, a case study of a charter school in San Francisco, and information for charter authorizers. Technology Education Technically Speaking (http://www.nae.edu/nae/techlithome.nsf) Technological literacy, a broad understanding of the human-designed world and our place in it, is an essential quality for all people who live in the increasingly technology-driven 21st century. This website explains what technological literacy is, why it's important, and what's being done to improve it. Technology for All Americans Project (http://www.iteawww.org/TAA/TAA.html) The Technology for All Americans Project is a project of the International Technology Education Association (ITEA). You will find other information related to the study of technology and technology education by visiting ITEA's web site. Funding Opportunities SchoolGrants (http://www.schoolgrants.org/) An up-to-date listing of government, foundation, and corporate funding opportunities in K-12 education, including fundraising programs and contests. Offers a free monthly e-newsletter. Scholastic - Grants and Funding (http://teacher.scholastic.com/professional/index.htm) A good listing of articles and Web sites related to grantseeking for teachers. TechLearning - Grants and Contests (http://www.techlearning.com/grants.html) A searchable database of funding opportunities for learning technology. Funders in Education StudyWeb: Education Foundations & Grants (http://www.studyweb.com/links/47.html) Alphabetical listing of private and corporate funders in education. Selected Corporate Funders Carnegie Corporation Education Program (http://www.carnegie.org/sub/program/education.html) The Carnegie Corporation has announced that it will dedicate a major part of its grant funds to education reform, beginning with early childhood education and extending to higher education. The program will focus on three areas: Early Childhood Education and Care; Urban School Reform. Higher Education. Milken Family Foundation (http://www.mff.org/) Funds projects in education that recognize and reward outstanding educators and expand their professional leadership and policy influence. The foundation also supports initiatives designed to attract and retain talented educators and that help foster the involvement of both families and communities in local schools. Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (http://www.gatesfoundation.org/learning/education/) The foundation has committed $100 million to help provide every superintendent and principal, in public and private schools across the nation, access to quality professional development, with a focus on whole systems improvement and creating a high-performance learning environment through technology integration. The foundation's other K-12 funding is currently focused on model initiatives in Washington State. National Foundation for the Improvement of Education (http://www.nfie.org/) NFIE provides grants and technical assistance to teachers, education support personnel, and higher education faculty and staff to improve student learning in America's public schools. Pew Charitable Trusts (http://www.pewtrusts.com/Programs/edu/eduindex.cfm) The Philadelphia-based Pew Trusts seek to raise the performance of students at all levels, especially their capability to learn and to acquire the literacies they need for productive employment and effective citizenship. Selected Corporate Funders
AOL Foundation's Interactive Education Initiative (http://www.aolfoundation.org/programs/prog_iei.html) An annual grant program that provides teams of educators and others with seed money to develop and implement innovative, hands-on projects that improve student performance through the integration of interactive technology into the learning environment. Citigroup Foundation (http://www.citigroup.com/citigroup/foundation/index.htm) Supports early childhood learning programs and K-12 education programs in low-income areas. ExxonMobil Education Foundation (http://www.exxon.com/community/index.html) Offers support through three education programs: Mathematics Education; Elementary and Secondary Education; and Undergraduate Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Application guidelines and contact information available online. Hewlett Packard (http://webcenter.hp.com/grants/us/k12/index.html) K-12 education is the primary focus of HP's U.S. National Grants, with an emphasis on math and science literacy and increasing opportunities for women and minorities. IBM Corporation (http://www.ibm.com/ibm/IBMGives/index.html) IBM makes grants through a number of programs that focus on using technology to encourage school reform at all levels. While unsolicited grant proposals are not generally considered, Big Blue participates in several community and national education initiatives with a range of nonprofit organizations. Intel Foundation (http://www.intel.com/education/grants.htm) The Intel Foundation funds science, math, and engineering programs as well as programs that encourage women and minorities to pursue careers in the areas of science and engineering. Applications are available online for the company's national and community grants programs, as is information about fellowships and scholarships sponsored by Intel. Microsoft Corporation (http://www.microsoft.com/giving/default.htm) Microsoft offers various scholarship and grant programs geared toward education and technology. Visit the Microsoft Web site for new program deadlines (2000 deadlines have already passed). NEC Foundation (http://www.nec.com/company/foundation/index.html) Supports science and technology education, primarily on the secondary level, as well as the use of technology to help people with disabilities. Proposal deadlines: March 1, September 1. Starbucks Foundation (http://www.starbucks.com/company/foundation.asp) The Starbucks Foundation awards mini-grants ($1,000) and opportunity grants (up to $10,000) for community literacy programs. Deadlines: January 1, April 1, July 1, October 1. Toshiba America Foundation (http://www.toshiba.com/about/taf.html) Dedicated to improving education in the United States, especially in the areas of science and math. Resources for Teachers FREE-Federal Resources for Educational Excellence (http://www.ed.gov/free/) A searchable directory of federally funded educational resources. Gateway to Educational Materials (http://geminfo.org/) An initiative of the National Library of Education and the U.S. Dept. of Education, the Gateway to Educational Materials (GEM) is a database of searchable lesson plans, curriculum units, and other educational materials for educators and teachers. Chalkboard (http://thechalkboard.com/) A useful listing of free educational resources on the Web. Includes services, lesson materials, job openings, and grant opportunities. Educast (http://www.educast.com/) A free software program that delivers up-to-the-minute education news, Internet resources, and lesson plans directly to your computer. The Learning Page (http://learningpage.com/intro.html) Offers free downloadable materials and information about tools and resources for educators. PBS Teacher Source (http://www.pbs.org/teachersource/) A storehouse of lesson plans and teaching ideas based on PBS features and specials. The site also features a comprehensive listing of educational awards and grant opportunities. Edsitement (http://edsitement.neh.gov/) Brings together the best of the humanities on the Web- a constantly growing collection of the most valuable online resources for teaching English, history, art history, and foreign languages. ArtsEdNet (http://www.artsednet.getty.edu) Designed to support the needs of the K-12 arts education community, this site provides information on the latest trends, innovative lesson plans, curriculum resources, and professional development resources. ArtsEdge (http://www.artsedge.kennedy-center.org/artsedge.html) Helps artists, teachers, and students gain access to and/or share information, resources, and ideas that support the arts as a core subject area in the K-12 curriculum. SAMI Science and Math Initiative (http://www.learner.org/sami/) Part of the Annenberg/CPB projects. Features an online teacher resource area where trained professionals give suggestions and provide solutions to questions submitted via e-mail. Visitors can also search, post, and retrieve information about science, math, and funding resources online. Discovery Channel (http://school.discovery.com/) Offers lesson plans and curriculum ideas for K-12 classrooms based on Discovery Channel programs. School-to-Work Programs National School to Work Office (http://www.stw.ed.gov/) Provides a range of information and resources related to the School-to-Work Opportunities Act of 1994. National Academies Foundation (http://www.naf-education.org/history.html) The largest career academy program in the nation, serving over 20,000 students in nearly 36 states and the District of Columbia. In September 2000, NAF will launch an Academy of Information Technology at 10 pilot sites around the country. Special Education Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Practices (http://ideapractices.org/) Developed and maintained by Education Development Center, Inc., this site is designed to provide service providers and local administrators with information and support for IDEA-related concerns, issues, and strategies. Excellent list of related links. Schwab Foundation for Learning (http://www.schwablearning.org/) An operating foundation dedicated to raising awareness about learning differences and providing parents and teachers with the information, resources, and support they need to improve the lives of kids with learning differences. (Site information available in Spanish. Office of Special Education Programs, U.S. Department of Education (http://www.ed.gov/offices/OSERS/OSEP/index.html) Features news, publications, and links to resources and funding in the area of special education. Special Education Network (http://www.specialednet.com/) Provides links to a range of special education Web sites. Technology Office of Educational Technology, U.S. Department of Education (http://www.ed.gov/Technology/eratemenu.html) Provides information about the Universal Service Program, including links, applications, and excerpts from speeches on related issues. The site also includes a useful list technology-related education sites, both federal and non-federal. Technology Opportunities Program (http://www.ntia.doc.gov/otiahome/top/index.html) Promotes the widespread availability and use of advanced telecommunications technologies in the public and nonprofit sectors. The progrm makes matching grants to state, local and tribal governments, health care providers, schools, libraries, police departments, and community-based non- profit organizations. International Society for Technology in Education (http://www.iste.org/) The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) is a teacher-based nonprofit organization that focuses on technology education. Visitors will find advice from teachers on incorporating technology into the classroom as well as resources and links to sites providing technical support and software to the education community. E-School News Online (http://www.eschoolnews.com/) Features articles, publications, grant announcements, and information about funding for programs that integrate technology with education. Edutopia (http://glef.org/edutopia/edutopia.html) The newsletter of the George Lucas Educational Foundation. Offers stories on schools moving into the digital age as well as a sampling of print and electronic resources. (Also available in Spanish.) 21st Century Teachers Network (http://www.21ct.org/) Designed to help K-12 teachers integrate information technologies into their curriculum. Higher Ed Educational Organizations and Associations American Association of Community Colleges (http://www.aacc.nche.edu/) AACC works with other higher education associations, the federal government, and other national associations that represent the public and private sectors to promote the goals of community colleges and higher education. Includes the 2000 AACC Online Membership Directory. The American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) (http://www.aascu.org/) A Washington-based higher education association of more than 400 public colleges, universities, and university systems across the United States and its territories. American Council on Education (http://www.ACENET.edu/) ACE offers news about training, fellowship programs, international initiatives, women and minorities in education, upcoming events, and products and services. Also provides a clearinghouse on post-secondary education for individuals with disabilities through its HEATH Resource Center. The College Board (http://www.collegeboard.org/) An association of schools, colleges, universities, and other educational organizations dedicated to putting college within the reach of all students. The College Board Web site features "Scholarship Search," a database of 3,400 award programs, and "College Applications Online," a comprehensive guide to the application process. Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) (http://www.case.org/) An international association of education advancement officers (i.e., alumni administrators, fundraisers, public relations managers, publications editors, and government relations officers). Offers information resources and training opportunities to aid members as well as a list of fundraising links. Distance Learning American Distance Education Consortium (http://www.adec.edu/) An international consortium of state universities and land grant institutions providing high quality and economic distance education programs and services via the latest and most appropriate information technologies. United States Distance Learning Association (http://www.usdla.org/) Promotes the development and application of distance learning for education and training. Distance Learning Resource Network (http://www.wested.org/tie/dlrn/) The dissemination project for the Department of Education's Star Schools Program, a public/private partnership for delivering distance education in the U.S. and abroad. The site features detailed information about the Star Schools Program and Star School Grants, as well as general information and reports on distance learning projects. Lucent Technologies Center for Excellence in Distance Learning (http://www.lucent.com/cedl/) Lucent works with universities with distance learning programs to help promote and develop distance learning resources. The Web site offers articles, abstracts and white papers, and relevant links to distance learning resources. For Links to Related WWW Resources Click Below:
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