Receiving the Louisiana Computer Science Technology Assistance Grant (CSTAG) funding is an important first step. Code4Kids helps you turn that funding into meaningful computer science instruction for students - and a manageable implementation for teachers.
Code4Kids can help you build a practical implementation around:
Students receive access to a browser-based learning environment designed specifically for computer science instruction.
Code4Kids includes:
Code4Kids is designed to support experienced educators who may be new to teaching computer science.
Teachers receive:
Teachers do not need to become computer science experts before they begin. Code4Kids gives them the structure and support to start teaching confidently while continuing to develop their subject knowledge.
Code4Kids works with district and school leaders to move from procurement to classroom delivery.
Implementation support can include:
Under current Louisiana Department of Education guidance, school systems may receive up to $40,000 through CSTAG.
Grant funding may include up to 60% for eligible professional learning and training-related costs and up to 40% for eligible technology or software used by students in computer science. For a full $40,000 award, up to $16,000 may therefore be available for eligible student technology or software.
Code4Kids can prepare a proposal that separates student software, curriculum and platform access, online onboarding, professional development and implementation support. This makes it easier for your school system to assess each component against its approved CSTAG budget and LDOE’s applicable funding requirements.
IMPORTANT FUNDING NOTE:
Final allowability is determined by the Louisiana Department of Education and the school system’s approved CSTAG application and budget. Code4Kids does not guarantee grant reimbursement or approval. LDOE currently identifies specific approved computer science training-provider routes. School systems should confirm whether Code4Kids-delivered onboarding or professional development may be charged to their professional-learning allocation. Code4Kids software, professional development and implementation services can be itemized separately to give districts flexibility when planning their procurement.
Code4Kids may be particularly valuable if your school system:
Louisiana’s K–12 Computer Science Education Plan aims to give all students access to a progression of computer science concepts and experiences.
Code4Kids can support this work through courses and learning pathways addressing areas such as:
View Louisiana Standards Alignment information
1. Review Your Approved Budget
Confirm how much CSTAG funding has been allocated to student technology, software, professional learning and other implementation costs.
2. Define Your Scope
Identify the schools, grades, teachers and approximate number of students you want to support.
3. Build Your Code4Kids Plan
Meet with our team to select the appropriate courses, teacher support and implementation approach.
4. Receive an Itemized Proposal
We will prepare a scope and quote separating student software from professional development and implementation services.
5. Complete District Review and Procurement
Your school system follows its normal purchasing, contracting, technology, accessibility and data privacy processes.
6. Prepare Teachers and Launch
Code4Kids supports platform setup, teacher onboarding, rollout planning and ongoing implementation.
CSTAG is an annual competitive funding opportunity administered by the Louisiana Department of Education. Louisiana public school systems and public charter school systems may apply for funding to address identified computer science implementation needs.
In the most recent cycle, school systems could apply for awards of up to $40,000.
Priority points were given to school systems that had not previously received CSTAG funding, school systems with a low percentage of computer science-certified teachers and school systems serving CIR or UIR sites.
Requirements, priorities, funding limits and application dates may change in future cycles. School systems should consult the latest LDOE guidance before preparing an application.
A strong application begins with a clear understanding of the district’s current needs and a realistic implementation plan. Code4Kids can help your team develop a proposed school and grade rollout, estimate student and teacher participation, map the program to Louisiana’s standards, prepare a preliminary software budget and implementation timeline, and outline teacher onboarding, technical requirements, rostering, data privacy and accessibility. We can also provide a preliminary scope and quote. While Code4Kids cannot submit the application on your behalf or guarantee a CSTAG award, we can provide the product, pricing and implementation information needed to build a clear and practical proposal.
WHAT IS CSTAG?
The Computer Science Technology Assistance Grant supports Louisiana’s K–12 Computer Science Education Plan. It provides competitive funding to eligible public school systems and public charter school systems.
HOW MUCH FUNDING CAN A SCHOOL SYSTEM RECEIVE?
In the most recent funding cycle, school systems could apply for up to $40,000. Future funding limits remain subject to LDOE guidance.
CAN CSTAG FUNDING BE USED TO PURCHASE CODE4KIDS?
CSTAG allows a portion of an award to be used for eligible technology or software that supports student computer science instruction. School systems should confirm that Code4Kids fits their approved CSTAG application, budget and LDOE requirements before purchasing.
HOW MUCH MAY BE AVAILABLE FOR STUDENT SOFTWARE?
Current LDOE guidance allows up to 40% of the award to be used for eligible student technology or software. For a full $40,000 award, this could represent up to $16,000.
DOES CODE4KIDS PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT?
Yes. Code4Kids offers live online onboarding and professional development to help teachers navigate the platform, understand the curriculum, plan lessons and teach computer science confidently.
CAN CSTAG PAY FOR CODE4KIDS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT?
LDOE currently identifies specific approved computer science training-provider routes. School systems should confirm whether Code4Kids onboarding or professional development may be charged to their CSTAG professional-learning allocation. We can itemize these services separately from student software to support this review.
DO TEACHERS NEED PREVIOUS COMPUTER SCIENCE EXPERIENCE?
No. Code4Kids provides teachers with the lesson structure, resources and support they need to begin delivering computer science—even if they are new to the subject.
DOES CODE4KIDS REQUIRE SPECIALIST HARDWARE?
No specialist robotics equipment is required for the core platform. Code4Kids is browser-based and works on common district devices. Full technical requirements are available during the district’s product review.
CAN CODE4KIDS SUPPORT MULTIPLE SCHOOLS?
Yes. Code4Kids can support district-wide implementations across multiple schools and grades, with central oversight of student participation and progress.
DOES CODE4KIDS APPLY FOR CSTAG ON BEHALF OF DISTRICTS?
No. Eligible Louisiana school systems submit their own CSTAG applications through the LDOE Super App process. Code4Kids can provide the product, pricing, standards-alignment and implementation information needed to support an application.
OFFICIAL INFORMATION
School systems should consult the Louisiana Department of Education for official CSTAG requirements, approved uses and application dates.
View the official LDOE CSTAG guidance.
Questions about funding eligibility may be directed to: STEM@la.gov
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