Principal at
give permission for this student
to apply for the Bright Ideas Grant project through the WCPS Education Foundation. I understand that this student’s project could be selected and awarded up to $2500 to complete this project for the 2026 - 2027 school year. I support this idea and project. I understand that the project must be started by November 9, 2026, and completed by May 14, 2027.

bright ideas grants

Sponsored by:

german american bank

Bright Ideas Grant Timeline

Aug 24, 2026
Applications open

Oct 2, 2026
Applications due

Oct 3-23, 2026
Review Process

Oct 29, 2026
Recipient announced at Lunch & Learn at Drakes Creek Middle School

Nov 9, 2026
Project Start Date

May 14, 2027
Project Completion Date

Lunch & Learn Fall 2027
Celebration and Project Recap