The application process has been designed to be straight forward but we acknowledge that we might miss things or make assumptions. Please review the guidelines before applying. If you have a question or request during the application process please feel free to reach out to GetOnBoard@FirstPush.org if you don't find the answers you need in our FAQ.

We are accepting applications for the 25/26 school year on a rolling basis through May 31st, 2026.

Eligible applicants must:

• Currently be employed by a public school department (traditional or charter).

• Have a minimum of two individuals who are willing to be trained in Get On Board. They do not need to be from the same school or district.

• Be open to the idea of sharing gear with other teachers in their greater community so it doesn't sit idle. (see FAQ for more information).

• We have special purchasing programs for applicants that do not meet the above criteria.

Applicants are asked to commit to the following:

• Training (up to six hours total): Including but not limited to select reading, videos, welcome webinar, and online training with assessment.

• Work to maximize the use of Get On Board gear by sharing with other schools in the same district, adjacent districts or by encouraging use during before and after-school programs.

• Complete the Get On Board Yearly Planner.

• Complete short teacher surveys during the school year about their experience and their students' experiences. (We love qualitative data like teacher and student quotes. Photos are a bonus when allowed. We have a photo release when needed.)

• Be willing to contribute to growing resources like sharing lesson plans/ideas. (Please note that we do our best to honor the efforts of teachers and give away a lot of additional gear and swag for the extra help.)

• Have a plan for Get On Board to continue in the event teachers move on.

Our commitment to applicants is:

• We will highlight your successes when possible.

• Provide progressive and updated training in a timely manner.

• Increase support for you as your program grows.

• Support you in finding your own voice for Get On Board.

• In the event your school(s) choose to no longer participate in Get On Board, we will assist in finding a new home for the gear we helped you acquire as well as train the new teachers.

We are accepting applications for the 25/26 school year on a rolling basis through May 31st, 2026.

Before applying:

• Please review our grant guidelines.

• Recruit at least one other individual who is willing to be trained. They do not need to be from the same school or district. We place a priority on willingness to share gear in the greater community.

• Get your administration on board. We can provide resources to help convince them from videos to safety data and the growing body of work on the positive impact of skateboarding on overall wellness. Proof of administration approval will be required during the application process.

• Take time to think about fidelity of the program if you or others involved decide to move on from your current position.

Applying

• We will only accept applications through our online form.

• Applications progress will be saved in case you need to gather materials or information.

1. First Push Syndicate staff and an advisory panel of current trained Get On Board teachers will review all applications and weight them against our selection criteria (see FAQ for more information).

2. Depending on the volume of eligible applicants or the need to ask additional questions we may request an interview.

3. In the event there is a state that does not have an eligible applicant by the grant deadline, First Push Syndicate reserves the right to seek out an eligible recipient or reserve the allocated funds for future use in that state.

Please visit our FAQ page for additional information.

Feel free to reach out with any questions, comments or concerns. We will do our best to answer them as promptly as possible. GetOnBoard@FirstPush.org

We are accepting applications for the 25/26 school year on a rolling basis through May 31st, 2026.