What is Cobb Tank?
Cobb Tank is a unique opportunity for local school faculty & staff to apply for funding in order to implement innovative instructional practices in their classrooms!
A thought to consider...
Please make sure that your plan supports a culture of innovation that is focused on student learning. If you apply for technology funding, for instance, keep in mind that technology is just the tool and is not synonymous with innovation or student learning.
A thought to consider...
Please make sure that your plan supports a culture of innovation that is focused on student learning. If you apply for technology funding, for instance, keep in mind that technology is just the tool and is not synonymous with innovation or student learning.
Who can apply?
Local school faculty & staff may apply individually or in teams
What can I win?
You may apply to fund projects anywhere from $500 - $10,000
What do I need in order to apply?
What is the Cobb Tank process?
- After the application period closes, a panel will review the applications and select finalists
- Finalists will be given approximately two weeks to prepare a 3-minute presentation
- Finalists will pitch the idea live to the "Cobb Tank" sharks
- Presentation may include props, additional people, video, charts, demo, etc... (only 10 minutes to set up).
- After the live pitch, there will be a 5-10 min Q&A session with the sharks
- Sharks will convene and select funding recipients
- Winners will be announced