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Revolutionizing
Learning Paths

Education isn’t just evolving—it’s on the brink of a transformative leap. Join us as we fuel the reimagining of learning and unlock limitless possibilities for tomorrow’s leaders.

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Mission

With a keen eye on underserved schools and communities, the Innovative Technology Education Fund (ITEF) seeks to accelerate learning in K-12 spaces through the innovative uses of technology.

Explore Our Grants

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Logo for Lean Into Learning Grants, emphasizing professional development.
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Is My School’s Zip Code Eligible?

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$7,280,000*

TOTAL AWARDS

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140

MO / IL ZIP CODES

*Since 2006, ITEF has granted $7.28 million in grant funding to

Saint Louis Metro Area schools spanning 140 zip codes.

  • "We’ve grown as educators and as individuals. This project challenged us, inspired us, and reminded us of the extraordinary power of believing in every learner’s potential. We are deeply grateful for the experience and energized to continue this meaningful work."

    – Joy V., Special School District 

  • 3,000+ 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

  • Two women standing together, one holding a certificate, in front of a presentation screen with text about digital education.

    2016 Northview Elementary: STEAM over the Digital Divide

  • 2017 Ritenour School District: Project-Based Learning: Empowering Students to Improve Their World

  • Group of four people standing together at an event, with one holding a yellow sign that has writing on it. The individuals are dressed in business casual attire and are smiling.

    2018 Hodgen Tech Elementary School: Renovated Learning

  • Four people standing in a line with a wooden wall behind them. The person on the right, a man dressed in a beige suit, is handing a yellow envelope to the woman next to him, who is wearing a black dress with gold embroidery. The others are women dressed in purple and patterned tops.

    2019 Sister Thea Bowman Catholic School: Operation Green School

  • A girl with curly hair crouching in a park, touching a small tombstone, with a person standing nearby.

    2020 Festus RVI School District: Hidden in Plain Site

  • A young man with curly hair in a dark hoodie is looking at a robot on a table in a room with wood-paneled walls. There is a person in a light-colored hoodie in the background near a computer and printer.

    2022 Gateway Stem High School: GEMINI Lab Expansion

  • People standing outdoors near a wooden pole with a yellow warning sign, among leafless trees under a clear blue sky.

    2023 Parkway Central: STEM Nature Trail

  • Pershing Elementary Digital Story Telling

    2025 Pershing Elementary: Digital Story Telling Class