The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) is offering a powerful funding opportunity for school districts through the 2025 Digital Learning Grant. Schools can receive up to $50,000 to implement innovative, AI-powered tools like Scholar Education, including teacher and student favorites Pawfessor Bruce and BaxterBot.
Applications are open now and due by May 16, 2025. Selected schools can begin using the funds as early as July 1, 2025, with implementation running through June 30, 2026. This grant opportunity is open to any Indiana public school corporation or charter school corporation that completed the 2025 School Tech Plan Survey.
Why Scholar Education?
Scholar Education is an AI-driven platform designed to support both students and teachers in virtual and blended learning environments. It aligns directly with the 2025 Digital Learning Grant’s priority areas, including:
Artificial Intelligence Integration
• One-on-one AI-powered tutoring that supports personalized learning
• AI literacy instruction for students and educators
• Teacher-facing dashboards for actionable insights and informed instruction
Blended and Virtual Engagement
• Personalized learning tools to boost student interaction and participation
• Built-in support to help teachers deliver engaging, effective virtual lessons
• Professional development opportunities focused on digital pedagogy and effective tech integration
Data-Driven Support for Teachers
• Streamlined planning and instructional design powered by AI
• Automated tools that free up valuable teaching time by handling routine tasks
• Real-time student insights with actionable recommendations
How to Apply for the 2025 Digital Learning Grant
To bring Scholar Education to your school or district, follow these steps:
- Complete the grant application by Friday, May 16, 2025
- Indicate Scholar Education as your proposed vendor
- Align your application with grant priority areas such as AI literacy, engagement in virtual environments, and digital tools for instructional support
- If selected for Round 2, participate in a brief virtual proposal meeting with the IDOE review team
Want to Learn More?
We’re here to support you throughout the grant process. If you’re exploring a partnership with Scholar Education, we invite you to:
• Book a call with our team to discuss your district’s goals and needs
• Get guidance on aligning your grant application with the features and benefits of Scholar Education with our grant support kit!
• Watch our demo video below where we walk you through the platform and share how Scholar Education is the perfect fit for the Indiana Digital Learning Grant!
Scholar will work alongside you to ensure your proposal reflects the innovation and impact your school is ready to implement! Have additional questions? Send us an email to moc.ralohcsnioj@olleh
