Computer Science PD Incentive Fund - Iowa

Iowa State Funding

Iowa public school districts or accredited nonpublic schools
Collaborative groups of districts, nonpublic schools, and AEAs may apply
Funds must be used for professional development in computer science for Iowa teachers (non-endorsement PD only)
Funding must supplement, not replace, existing PD budgets

Increase the number of Iowa teachers able to deliver high-quality computer science instruction through non-endorsement trainings.
Expand reach and rigor of computer science programs across the state and across all grade levels.
Build teacher capacity and confidence in computer science content and pedagogy in elementary, middle, and/or high-school teachers.

No fixed minimum or maximum award stated for the PD track but previous awards range from $4,000 - $78,000 depending on district size.
Awards are competitive, based on rubric scoring and available state funds; submitting a strong, timely application improves funding potential

Non-endorsement track professional development activities, training, and workshops related to computer science instruction
Training materials required for PD.

LEGO Education professional learning experiences for SPIKE Essential and SPIKE Prime help teachers at all grade levels integrate robotics, coding, and engineering into their classrooms - from early computer science foundations with SPIKE Essential to intermediate and advanced programming — including Python with SPIKE Prime — supporting a clear K–12 CS pathway.

Applications are competitive and scored using an official rubric
PD funds must supplement, not supplant, current professional development budgets
Because funding is reimbursement-based, districts should plan cash flow to cover upfront PD costs
This PD track is separate from the endorsement track and follows its own deadlines