Humanities Focus grants support collegial study of humanities topics and materials. The grants may support opportunities for school teachers to develop model content applicable to established frameworks and standards or for schools and neighboring cultural and educational institutions to conduct join humanities study projects for current and future teachers. Grant recipients will work closely with TI personnel to customize the curriculum elements of the Navigator system to best fit their needs. They will then work together to create and develop classroom activities that can be shared with other educators using the TI-Navigator system. The Foundation is committed to serving youth in kindergarten through grade 12.
Programs offering a pronounced educational component are of special interest.
Selected teachers may use the funds to take an accredited course in atmospheric sciences, attend a relevant workshop or conference, or purchase scientific materials or equipment for the classroom. Completed applications are due to the Education Committee by August 1 . These grants are available annually. Projects must serve youth ages birth-21. Youth should be involved in planning, implementing and evaluating.