Awards, Grants & Recognition Programs
The Idaho State Department of Education (SDE) offers various awards, grant opportunities, and recognition programs to support schools and districts.
Award & Recognition Programs
Teacher of the Year »
The Idaho Teacher of the Year Program, which began in 1959, is one of the most prestigious honors in the state of Idaho.
Holiday Card Contest »
The annual SDE Holiday Card Contest is an opportunity for Idaho students to showcase their artwork and for the state to recognize the importance of arts in education.
Picture My Future »
The Picture My Future Art Contest asks students to create art in any medium that answers the question, 'What does college or career ready mean to me?'
Milken Awards »
The Milken Family Foundation National Educator Awards program is for elementary and secondary teachers and principals who demonstrate exceptional educational talent.
PAEMST »
The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematic and Science Teaching (PAEMST) are the nation's highest honors for teachers of mathematics and science.
U.S. Presidential Scholars »
The U.S. Presidential Scholars Program was established in 1964 to recognize and honor some of our nation's most distinguished graduating high school seniors.
Grant Opportunities
Below is a complete list of grants provided by SDE departments, including their corresponding applications and supporting documents.
| Title | Documents | Deadlines | Contact Details |
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| Child Nutrition Programs | |||
2023 NSLP Equipment Grant |
Applications due October 27, 2023 by 5:00 p.m. MST.. | Shawn Charters CNP Grants/Contracts Specialist (208) 332-6822 scharters@sde.idaho.gov |
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| Content & Curriculum | |||
| Applications due September 15, 2024 by 5:00 pm MST.. | Linda Becker Grants/Contracts Specialist (208) 332-6974 lbecker@sde.idaho.gov |
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