Program to award $14M grants for Innovative High School Models

A new grant from the Tennessee Department of Education has launched a $14 million grant opportunity for a new program geared toward preparing students for high-demand job fields.

“The Innovative High School Models program will build upon Tennessee’s history of collaboration between K-12, postsecondary and industry to create, strengthen and expand local partnerships that help students be ready for success during and after high school,” state Education Commissioner Penny Schwinn in a written statement.

The program will award 10 to 20 school districts with grants ranging from $750,000 to $2 million to develop these partnerships.

The application guide is available on the TDOE website, and key dates include the notice of intent due April 15 and an application due date of May 7.