OSLN Grant Program

Creating new, sustainable STEM learning projects

The OSLN STEM Education Grant Program, funded by Battelle, supports schools in expanding and sustaining high-quality STEM learning across Ohio. Over the past four years, this program has supported classroom-level innovation through teacher-led STEM projects. The program is changing this year.

For the next round of awards, the program will build on its past success and shift to a systems-level approach. Grants will now be awarded to schools helping to scale impactful STEM practices. This competitive grant opportunity is designed to accelerate sustainable change, helping schools evolve into hubs of interdisciplinary, career-connected teaching and learning.

Additionally, the grant’s timing has moved. Applications will now be due in March, awarding before Summer 2027. This shift will provide awardees the complete 2027-2028 year for implementation, helping extend the program’s impact.

This is a WONDERFUL opportunity for schools like mine that are just beginning to explore STEM and how we can incorporate these deeper learning experiences for our students. THANK YOU!
Jamie Johnson
Principal
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2027 OSLN STEM Education Grant Program

This year, the grants will be awarded to schools along three tracks: Ignite STEM, Strengthen STEM, and Innovate STEM

Public Ohio schools (public, community/charter, or independent STEM schools) are eligible. 

Applications will open February 2, 2027. Read on for details and select your track.

Webinar February 17: 2:00-3:00 PM

Grant tracks

Ignite STEM ($10,000)

For schools beginning their STEM journey

  • Focus on expanding access to STEM learning
  • Build foundational culture, instruction, and awareness
  • Pilot new practices and build educator capacity

Note: The Ignite STEM track is not open to currently designated Ohio STEM or STEAM schools. Strengthen and Innovate are.

Strengthen STEM ($15,000)

For schools building on existing STEM efforts

  • Expand and scale current initiatives
  • Strengthen instructional practices and systems
  • Increase reach across grade levels, schools, or programs

Innovate STEM ($15,000)

For schools with established STEM systems

  • Design bold, forward-thinking initiatives
  • Address persistent educational challenges
  • Pilot innovative approaches that can serve as models for others

Eligibility and steps

Who should apply

This opportunity is designed for:

  • Public Ohio schools (public, community/charter, or independent STEM schools)
  • Teams ready to begin or expand schoolwide STEM efforts

Whether you are starting your STEM journey or advancing established systems, this program can support meaningful growth and impact.

How to apply

This page will be updated in January 2027 with the following:

  • Request for Proposals (RFP) – Complete program details, eligibility, requirements, and expectations
  • Application Preview – Full list of application questions and requirements
  • Application link – Submit your application through the grant portal

Sign up here to be notified when the application launches.

Timeline

  • Application opens: February 2, 2027
  • Application deadline: March 29, 2027 (11:59 PM)
  • Implementation: 2027–2028 school year

Why this matters

High-quality STEM education helps students develop the skills they need to succeed in a rapidly changing world. By supporting schools in building strong, scalable STEM systems, this grant program aims to ensure that more students across Ohio have access to meaningful, future-ready learning experiences.

Questions?

Join our informational session on February 17, 2027, 2:00-3:00pm. Register on Zoom. For additional information, please contact [email protected].

Webinar February 17: 2:00-3:00 PM

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