STAR Autism Support Network Scholarships
Focus: This project is an extension of the STAR Capacity Building Project piloted by Kalispell Public Schools during the 25/26 school Year. The STAR Autism Support Network is an initiative focused on building sustainable, district-level capacity for serving students with autism. These scholarships provide team-based training and coaching that strengthen the use of evidence-based practices, reduce reliance on individual specialists, and promote long-term sustainability across schools. The application window is open with priority given to districts committed to developing internal capacity across classrooms and staff roles, and who are willing to serve as model sites and mentors for other districts in Montana.
Four $10,000 Scholarships Available for:
•Comprehensive Training : Selected teams will participate in a 2-day workshop covering evidence-based teaching strategies and practices. The workshop provides background knowledge and practical implementation techniques specifically designed for children with developmental disabilities, including autism spectrum disorder.
•Personalized Consultation : Selected teams will receive up to 10 days of individualized consultation visits from STAR trainers to help apply workshop concepts in your specific educational setting. These visits can be customized to address your team's unique challenges and questions.