Fueling the Future of Education with Technology
Elevate Your Teaching with a Lean into Learning Grant
Empower your professional growth by attending conferences, collaborating with experts, or designing unique learning experiences. Applications open June 1, 2025.
Professional Development
Dive deep into a learning area or strategy you wish to bring to your school with the Lean into Learning grant.
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Our Mission
With a keen eye on underserved schools and communities,
the Innovative Technology Education Fund seeks to accelerate learning in
K-12 spaces through the innovative uses of technology.
TOTAL
AWARDS
$5,205,899
SCHOOL
DISTRICTS
65
Since 2014, ITEF has granted $5,205,899.00 to Saint Louis Metro Area schools
“While virtual learning has presented some unique challenges to education, we have also been pleasantly surprised by some unexpected benefits this year. ITEF has allowed us to provide an equitable learning environment for our students. With the return to school, we will be able to pilot this program as it was originally intended so we are grateful for this partnership.”
– Shannon S., Hazelwood East High School
+400 Professional Development Grants Awarded
“I had the opportunity to virtually attend the Institute for Personalized Learnings National Convening with the benefit of the Lean Into Learning 2020 grant funded by ITEF. My mind was bursting with ideas that I couldn’t wait to get on paper, share with others, and begin implementing in my classroom.”
– Sarah B., MOSAIC Elementary
Latest News
Leadership Transition at ITEF: Michele Mosley Appointed CEO
"The Innovative Technology Education Fund is excited to announce that Michele Mosley, MSW, has been appointed as the new CEO, succeeding Charmaine Smith, who has dedicated 11 years of exemplary service to the foundation and is now retiring. Under Charmaine's...
Board Member Highlight: Joe Komos
The Innovative Technology Education Fund is happy to welcome back Joe Komos, Vice President of St. Louis University High, to the Board of Directors as Board Chair! Mr. Komos has always believed in the importance of education. This value was greatly shaped by his...
$296,047.86 in Innovator Grants Awarded to Five Area Schools
St. Louis, MO. – The Innovative Technology Education Fund (ITEF) awarded $296,047.86 in Innovator grants to five area schools. These competitive grants allow schools in our region to implement innovative educational technology for k-12 students. The 2025 Innovator...