The Growing in STEM Grant Application is CLOSED.
STEP 1: Read over the Overview & eligibility
Have you been searching for a way to bring an idea to life that fosters a life-long love of STEAM? In conjunction with the 2023 STEM Education Month celebration, South Carolina's Coalition for Mathematics and Science will award 5 grants, 1 from each region in our regional map. Apply for the “Growing in STEM” grant now! Grantees will receive up to $2,500. In addition to the monetary award, grantees will receive 8 hours onsite STEAM focused professional development valued at $1,500 to assist with your initiative. Eligibility South Carolina preK-12 public and private educators, involved with in or out of school learning, with a great idea for a new and innovative curriculum-based project that can be completed by May 3, 2025. The project/unit should incorporate multiple aspects of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts/Humanities, and Math) along with supporting key Life and Career Characteristics and World Class Skills from the Profile of the South Carolina Graduate. Step 2: Decide on a Project
Think Local:
Look at the projects that past awardees have implemented. View Funding Your STEAM Project: More Ideas can be found on the October 2022 Issue of the STEM Insights Newsletter. Step 3: Download the Grant Information Packet
The Grant Information Packet contains the grading rubric, eligibility, restrictions, and worksheets for preparing your application prior to submitting online. All additional steps and links can be found in this packet.
STEP 4: Submit the Application
Once you have finished reviewing the Information Packet and completing the planning worksheet, go to the Growing in STEM Grants online application to make your submission. |
Timeline for 2024 Grant Cycle
Thursday, June 1, 2023 Applications Open Online Friday, January 26, 2024 Applications Due (online submission ONLY by 5:00 pm) Friday, February 16, 2024 Notification of Funding at Schools Wednesday, April 10, 2024 Winners are recognized at STEM Education Day at the Capitol. Friday, May 3, 2025 Project completed. Friday, May 31, 2025 Final report due |
2024 Grant Awardees
Congratulations to our grantees! Read more about each school's projects.
Propelling STEAM: Establishing a School-Based Drone Media and Marketing Enterprise
Fountain Inn High School, Greenville County Schools Revolutionizing perspectives through a student centered, drone powered, multimedia company: **** Aerial Media’s (*AM) mission is to redefine storytelling and marketing strategies by harnessing the power of our students. We aim to craft captivating visual narratives that amplify brands, events, and projects. Our focus on innovative marketing solutions aims to empower student ventures, enhancing their visibility and impact in an ever-evolving digital landscape. Our goal for *AM is to partner with local industries and become a catalyst for positive change and innovation within our ever growing community. |
It's Written in the Genes
Johnston Edgefield Trenton Middle School, Edgefield County School District Students will create beadable ink pens that represent the genetic variation of traits in a population that results from sexual reproduction. Students will work collaboratively in pairs to determine the genotype (what genes an organism has) and phenotype (an organism’s observable traits based on the genes it inherited) of two parent organisms by rolling dice. Then, students will use Punnett squares with the alleles from each parent to determine the percentage of offspring genotypes and phenotypes. Students will use a four-sided die to determine which genotype their offspring inherits. Students will use this genotype “blueprint” for eight traits to build the phenotype of an ink pen that corresponds to the genotype. The end product of an assortment of different looking pens will model genetic variation of traits in a population as a result of sexual reproduction. |
The Physics of Sports, Fitness Beyond the Gym
Loris Middle School, Horry County Schools Physics and sports are intimately connected; every sport's discipline depends on the ability of an athlete to exercise a force, one of the key elements of Newton's laws of motion and other elementary physics concepts. Work and energy are among the most important concepts of physics and both play an important role in sports. Sparking the inspiration of our students in the worlds of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics and in celebration of STEM/STEAM we would like to construct a fitness park and take fitness beyond the gym. Our park will be uniquely created to connect all of these disciplines and foster a life-long love of STEAM learning. |
The Hydroponic System for Sustainable Farming of Medicinal Herbs
Colleton County High School, Colleton County School District Join the inspiring journey led by the science students. They are driving a groundbreaking project to revolutionize the sustainable farming of medicinal herbs through innovative hydroponic systems. By leveraging this technology, they aim to minimize resource usage, eliminate soil degradation, and elevate the quality of herbs. The purpose behind this endeavor is to create a more sustainable and resilient farming model for the state of South Carolina, showcasing a deep commitment to environmental consciousness. Through the integration of cutting-edge technology and a profound respect for nature, these students aspire not only to cultivate medicinal herbs but also to grow STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Agriculture, and Mathematics) in South Carolina, contributing to a brighter and more sustainable future for the region. Support their vision and be part of this transformative initiative that combines education, innovation, and environmental stewardship. |
2023 Grant Awardees
Collaborative Coding: Cowpens Elementary School, Spartanburg, SC
Earthquake Resistant Towers: McCormick Elementary School, McCormick, SC
Nourishing Hearts, Minds, Bodies Through Gardening: A Mindful Project: HB Rhame Elementary School, Columbia, SC
Engineers On The GO!: Johnakin Middle School, Marion SC
3…2…1… Lift Off!: Philip Simmons Middle School, Wanda, SC
Earthquake Resistant Towers: McCormick Elementary School, McCormick, SC
Nourishing Hearts, Minds, Bodies Through Gardening: A Mindful Project: HB Rhame Elementary School, Columbia, SC
Engineers On The GO!: Johnakin Middle School, Marion SC
3…2…1… Lift Off!: Philip Simmons Middle School, Wanda, SC
2022 Awardees
Changing Times 3D Project: Wright Middle School, Abbeville, SC
Chickens in the Garden: Green Charter School of the Midlands, Irmo, SC
Robots 'R Us: Brown's Ferry Elementary School, Georgetown, SC
STEAM Olympics: Loris Middle School, Horry, SC
Let it Grow, Let it Grow!: Lady's Island Middle School, Beaufort, SC
Chickens in the Garden: Green Charter School of the Midlands, Irmo, SC
Robots 'R Us: Brown's Ferry Elementary School, Georgetown, SC
STEAM Olympics: Loris Middle School, Horry, SC
Let it Grow, Let it Grow!: Lady's Island Middle School, Beaufort, SC
2021 Awardees
STREAM Village: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic High School, Myrtle Beach, SC
Trap the Crap Present in the Air - Designing a Low Cost Air Purifier System: Colleton County High School, Walterboro, SC
Mission: Return to the Moon . . . the Next Giant Leap! Moon Homebase: Forest Lake Elementary, Columbia, SC
Butterflies in STREAM: St. Joseph Catholic School, Anderson, SC
Trap the Crap Present in the Air - Designing a Low Cost Air Purifier System: Colleton County High School, Walterboro, SC
Mission: Return to the Moon . . . the Next Giant Leap! Moon Homebase: Forest Lake Elementary, Columbia, SC
Butterflies in STREAM: St. Joseph Catholic School, Anderson, SC
2020 Awardees
Empty Bowls: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic High School, Myrtle Beach, SC
The Oakie Bear Outpost: Oakbrook Elementary School, Ladson, SC
Elementary Engineers: Oak Pointe Elementary School, Irmo, SC
Tinkerable Marbles and Tracks: Bethel Elementary School, Simpsonville, SC
The Need for Speed and Innovative Adaptations: Eleanor Rice Elementary School, Greenwood, SC
The Oakie Bear Outpost: Oakbrook Elementary School, Ladson, SC
Elementary Engineers: Oak Pointe Elementary School, Irmo, SC
Tinkerable Marbles and Tracks: Bethel Elementary School, Simpsonville, SC
The Need for Speed and Innovative Adaptations: Eleanor Rice Elementary School, Greenwood, SC