TL/MTAO January Update

Montana Office of Public Instruction sent this bulletin at 12/18/2025 09:35 AM MST

Transformational Learning and Advanced Opportunities

MT Advanced Opportunities Grant Application Window Currently Open

The Montana Advanced Opportunities Grant window is currently open through Monday, January 12, 2025 at 5pm. A link to the application is found HERE. All districts qualified will be funded in FY27. Funding is based on a percentage of each district's previous year's total quality educator payment.

Elementary: 4.5%

K-12: 18%

High School: 30%

MTAO Grant Annual Reporting

Districts currently funded in FY26 must submit a 2025 annual report prior to Monday, January 12, 2025 at 5pm to qualify for FY27 funding. The annual report template is found HERE.

FY26 Funded Districts

Transformational Learning and Advanced Opportunities Resources

In partnership with KnowledgeWorks, the OPI provides resources to support Montana schools in developing and implementing innovative and transformative practices to support the needs of all learners. Website linked HERE.

Contact Program Manager

OPI Compass Webpage

The OPI is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation, require an alternate format, or have questions concerning accessibility, contact the OPI ADA Coordinator, 406-444-3161, opiada@mt.gov, Relay Service: 711.