- Instructional Services Division
- Strong Foundations
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Strong Foundations is a grant program local education agencies can apply for to assist with the preparation and implementation of high-quality instructional materials. Strong Foundations Planning and Strong Foundations Implementation are two of the Learning Acceleration Support Opportunities (LASO) that are meant to support the preparation and implementation of high-quality instructional materials (HQIM). Currently, support is being provided in the following content areas: SLAR and RLA K-5, K-5 Math, and 6-12 Math.
LASO 3 Strong Foundations Grant Information
Grant Timeline:
- General Webinar | October 1, 2024 and October 3, 2024
- Application Window | October 14, 2024 - December 13, 2024
- Program Webinar Window | October 17, 2024 - October 25, 2024
- Tentative Award Announcement | February 20, 2025
- eGrants Application | February 20, 2025 - March 24, 2025
- Notice of Grant Award | March 24, 2025 - May 24, 2025
Grant Links:
Webinar Information:
You may register for any of the webinars listed below using this link: Laso 3 Grant Webinar Information
General Webinars:
Strong Foundations Planning:
Strong Foundations Implementation + SFI School Improvement PLC Supports Grant:
For more information regarding LASO 3 Grant opportunities, visit the TEA LASO Cycle 3 Grant Page here.
Education Service Center Region 11 is an authorized provider for both Planning and Implementation Grants. If you have questions or are interested in learning more about what the Region 11 team can do for your district as an Approved Provider, please reach out to Heather Ward, Team Lead.
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LASO Cycle 2 Resources for Grant Recipients
LASO Cycle II Grant Application is now closed.
Awards were announcement on February 8, 2024. The eGrants Window to complete budget is February 9, 2024-March 18, 2024. The Notice of Grant Award (NOGA) Window is February 8, 2024- April 9, 2024. Programming begins 2024-25 school year.