Grants recognize innovative middle school, high school, and college educators who engage—or seek to engage—STEM students with data-collection technology

BEAVERTON, Ore., Oct. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Vernier Science Education is now accepting applications for its 2026 Inspiration Grants. This grant program recognizes innovative middle school, high school, and college educators nationwide who engage—or seek to engage—STEM students with data-collection technology and foster STEM literacy in their classrooms. A total of 10 educators will be selected. Each will receive $1,000 worth of Vernier technology of their choosing, a one-year license for Vernier Graphical Analysis^® Pro, and three hours of virtual professional development to further support their teaching.

"Hands-on learning and data collection give students the opportunity to connect STEM concepts to the world around them," said Jill Hedrick, CEO of Vernier Science Education. "The Inspiration Grants are just one way we can recognize and support some of the amazing educators who make these kinds of meaningful learning experiences possible for their students."

The grants are open to middle school, high school, and college educators who are actively teaching at an educational institution in the United States and have not previously won a grant from Vernier. To apply, educators must describe how they will implement $1,000 worth of Vernier technology in their classroom or laboratory, how the technology will meet their institution's needs, and how the funding will enhance their instruction and engage students.

Grantees will be selected by a panel of educators and Vernier employees.

All applications are due by November 30, 2026. Grantees will be announced January 7, 2027.

To learn more about the 2026 Vernier Science Education Inspiration Grants and to apply, visit www.vernier.com/inspiration-grants.

About Vernier Science Education
For more than 45 years, Vernier Science Education has been committed to using our experience, knowledge, and passion to create the best and most reliable solutions for STEM education. Our comprehensive solutions include hardware, software, content, assessment, professional development, and technical support. At the heart of Vernier is our deep commitment to being an authentic and trusted partner to STEM educators. We are dedicated to partnering with educators and communities to build a STEM-literate society where students grow up to become knowledgeable citizens who can solve problems, fully contribute to their communities, and drive innovation. For more information, visit www.vernier.com.

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