Brockport Research Institute

06/13/2026

The Spencer Foundation is now accepting proposals for its Vision Grant program. This grant provides funding for collaborative teams of scholars to plan and develop large-scale research projects that guide evidence-based changes that make educational systems more equitable.

Grant Opportunity: The Spencer Foundation Vision Grant program provides funding for teams of scholars to plan, develop, and create the foundation for ambitious, large-scale research projects focusing on advancing equity in educational systems. Awarded teams will also participate in the fou...

06/05/2026

We are hiring a Program Research and Evaluation Specialist! This contract role will be responsible for delivering data-driven insights and strategic support to our K-12, higher education, and not-for-profit clients.

Learn more: www.bit.ly/BRIJobs

05/30/2026

Middle-school and high-school students are facing a growing mental health crisis that impacts their academic success and overall well-being. To combat this need, the School-Based Healthcare Solutions Network is providing funding for the recruitment, placement, and training of mental health professionals in high-need schools. The next review period closes in July!

Grant opportunity: The School-Based Healthcare Solutions Network's Principal Student Support Services provides funding to schools serving grades 6-12 to recruit, place, and train mental health professionals on campus.  There are two components to the grant.  SBHSN Grant Support a...

05/24/2026

This Mental Health Awareness Month, take a step outside. 🌿☀️

Spending time in nature and staying physically active can support both physical and mental well-being for kids and families — yet children today spend an average of four hours a day on screens, while only about 1 in 5 get the recommended daily physical activity of 60 minutes.

This spring, help turn screen time into outdoor time with apps that encourage movement, exploration, and connection with nature. From finding local parks to identifying plants and wildlife, these tools can help make outdoor activity fun, engaging, and healthy for the whole family.

Swipe through for free apps that inspire outdoor play, healthier habits, and time spent connecting with the world around us. 🌎💚

05/23/2026

The York State Police is now accepting proposals for its Teachers of Tomorrow Program for 2026-2030! This program provides funding for New York State school districts to recruit, retain, and certify teachers for schools experiencing a teacher or subject shortage.

Grant Opportunity: The New York State Education Department (NYSED) is once again accepting proposals for its Teachers of Tomorrow program. In response to the shortage of teachers within New York State, this program will provide funding to recruit, retain, and certify teachers for schools experi...

05/22/2026

Grant highlight of the week:

The U.S. Department of Education is now accepting proposals for its "Teacher and School Leader Incentive Program!" This grant provides funding for schools, state education agencies, and the Bureau of Indian Education to develop and expand performance-based compensation systems for educators that take into account student academic achievement.

The deadline for submitting a proposal is coming up soon!

Grant opportunity: The U.S. Department of Education's Teacher and School Leader Incentive Program supports efforts to develop, implement, improve, or expand comprehensive performance-based compensation systems or or human capital management systems for educators with consideration to gains...

05/22/2026

We were so excited to return to Genesee Country Village & Museum for this year's United Way Day of Caring! Our team had a great time!

05/14/2026

We're highlighting the U.S. Department of Education's Innovative Approaches to Literacy grant this week! This program provides funding for local educational agencies and schools to promote programs that develop literacy skills in youth in low-income communities.

Grant opportunity: The U.S. Department of Education's Innovative Approaches to Literacy grant provides funding for local educational agencies and schools to promote programs that develop literacy skills in youth from birth to 12th grade, particularly in low-income communities. Projects must coo...

05/09/2026

Did you know that you can get information about upcoming grant and BRI news right in your inbox? Our latest K12 newsletter is now live!

Sign up for our quarterly newsletter at: www.bit.ly/brinews

Email from Brockport Research Institute Upcoming Grants and More BRI K-12 Newsletter Spring 2026 A Word From the President Dear Colleagues: While 2025 was not a good year for grant-funded educational

05/08/2026

Our Evaluations Division recently completed findings for a National Institutes of Health (NIH) Science Education Partnership Award (SEPA) Metagenomics Education Partnership Program at the University at Buffalo.

This six-year project engaged Western New York high school students and teachers in authentic genomics research through hands-on metagenomic analysis of local water samples.

The NIH Science Education Partnership Award (SEPA) Metagenomics Education Partnership Program at the University at Buffalo engaged Western New York high school students and teachers in authentic genomics research through hands-on metagenomic analysis of local water samples. Across the six-year grant...