Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Outreach Boosting Engineering Science and Technology (BEST) Robotics Grant: National Teacher Professional Development (NTPD) 2018
Agency: Missile Defense Agency
Assistance Listings
- 12.330 -- Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) Education, Outreach and Workforce Program
Archived opportunityLast Updated: May 13, 2026
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Description
The purpose of this announcement is to offer support for local school systems and their experienced Boosting Engineering, Science, and Technology (BEST) Robotics team teachers for the opportunity to attend BEST national teacher professional development training. Teacher professional development ensures general Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) training for teachers and a successful experience during their local BEST Robotics season, advancing the awareness of and engagement in STEM with K-12 teachers and students.Please direct questions to Amber Horton, 256-450-1953 or amber.horton.ctr@mda.mil.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Miscellaneous
- Other
Additional information
Local school systems (K-12)
Grantor contact information
Description
John Michael
Grantor
Phone 256-450-1054
MDA email
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| BESTGrants_RFP_FY18_NTPD_V5_002.pdf | NTPD 2018 Announcement | Apr 16, 2018 07:57 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
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Archived: July 1, 2018
Award
$75,000
Program Funding
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Expected awards
$2,100
Award Minimum
$10,500
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
MDA-2018-DACV-STEM-0001
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
No
Funding instrument type:
Grant
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
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Category of Funding Activity:
Education
Category Explanation:
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History
Version:
2
Posted date:
April 17, 2018
Archive date:
July 1, 2018
