The Innovative Technology Education Fund

Students are entering a workforce powered by tech but many still lack access to the skills needed to succeed. ITEF supports schools with programs that close this gap and expand equitable learning opportunities. Learn more about our grants: innovteched.com #DigitalEquity

Now that we’ve got the photos, we had to reshare this exciting news! Congrats to Board Member Kendall Ware on receiving the Outstanding Contributor Award for the “Solving for Freedom” initiative, named Forest Park Campus Innovation of the Year at STLCC! #Leaders #STL #IT

ITEF was proud to join YouthBridge Community Foundation to support The Philanthropy Lab-WashU. Students partnered w/ITEF to create the Gateway Education Foundation & awarded a grant to College Bound on 4/16. Since launching, WashU students have directed $600K+ to STL nonprofits!

May is #MentalHealthAwareness Month! For students and educators, mental health is extremely important. This month, we work to promote the importance of mental health, reduce the stigma surrounding it, and support early and safe intervention. #STEM #STEAM #StudentWellness

X (Twitter) Last Thursday, we celebrated 40 years of impact w/ grantees, partners & friends. Flourish 40 honored the educators bringing passion & possibility to our region every day. Grateful for our partners, sponsors, & supporters. More to come! #Flourish40 #Education

Students are entering a workforce powered by tech but many lack access to the skills needed to succeed. ITEF supports schools w/programs that close this gap & expand equitable learning opportunities. Learn more about our annual grants: innovteched.com #DigitalEquity

Got an idea to level-up your teaching skills? The ITEF Lean Into Learning Grant opens May 1, offering support for educator-driven professional development. Stay tuned for details! #EdTech #STL #GrantOpportunity

Strong school systems build strong communities. By partnering with schools, ITEF works to expand access to: ✔ Technology ✔ Curriculum resources ✔ Educator professional development Together, we can create pathways that support every student’s success. #EducationEquity #ITEF

ITEF awarded $298,612 in Innovator Grants to 6 St. Louis-area schools From AI-powered language support to mobile planetariums, robotics & VR—these projects are transforming K–12 learning. Congrats to all recipients! innovteched.com/blog #STL #EdTech #STEM

Happy #ICBD2026! Share your favorite children's books on social media! Teachers, what's your favorite children's book? #InternationalChildrensBookDay2026 #ReadToKids #ChildrensBooks #LoveForReading

No joke—this isn’t an April Fools’ prank!!! The Lean Into Learning (LIL) Grant opens May 1 at 9:00 AM! This annual opportunity supports K–12 educators pursuing professional development to strengthen their impact in the classroom. Stay tuned! #K12 #ProfessionalDevelopment

Dr. Joy Buolamwini is leading the fight for #AlgorithmicJustice. Founder of the Algorithmic Justice League, her research exposed bias in AI systems—and sparked global change. Author of Unmasking AI + advisor on responsible tech worldwide. #AI #BlackWomenInSTEM

Women's History Month Spotlight on Aisha Bowe a former NASA rocket scientist & entrepreneur, Founder of STEMBoard & LINGO, she’s expanding access to STEM and set to become the first African American woman to fly with Blue Origin!!! A true trailblazer! #BlackWomenInSTEM

Big congratulations to our Board Member, Kendall Ware! His “Solving for Freedom” initiative was named Forest Park Campus Innovation of the Year at STLCC. A powerful example of leadership, equity, and impact—cheering you on in the next round! #Innovation #Leadership #Impact #ITEF

#LILGrant Update! ITEF supported a Kirkwood educator’s attendance at #NAGC2025 The result: new strategies for equitable identification, twice-exceptional learners, & rigorous instruction—now being shared across the district to benefit more students. #LeanIntoLearning #Kirkwood

Women’s History Month Spotlight: Hedy Lamarr, Actress & Engineer. Hedy Lamarr wasn’t just a Hollywood star. During World War II, she co-invented the wireless tech designed to prevent signal interference, that NOW makes Wi-Fi & Bluetooth possible. Innovation knows no boundaries!

Grantee Spotlight: Through the 2025 Lean Into Learning grant, Mehlville School District educators Kelly Norrid & Thomas Ratliff attended the 2025 CTE Conference to explore project-based learning, inclusive teaching, and career-ready skills. #LeanIntoLearning #CTE #CareerReady

Mark your calendar! The Lean Into Learning Grants for professional development open May 1st at 9:00 AM! Invest in your creative growth and expand your skills. More details coming soon. #LeanIntoLearning #ProfessionalDevelopment #STEM #TeachersofFacebook #TeachersofInstagram

Women’s History Month Spotlight: Radia Perlman, Computer Programmer & Network Engineer. Radia Perlman’s work quietly powers the internet we use every day. Known as the “Mother of the Internet,” her innovations made global networking stable and scalable. #TechHistory #WomenInSTEM

Highlighting to our 2025 LIL Grantee, the UCity School District librarian team, who were able to attend the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) Annual Conference this past Fall. Excited to see the inspiration they bring back to students! #ITEF #LeanIntoLearning