ECPPS GO STEM

Organization:

Elizabeth City Pasquotank Public Schools

Amount:

$360,000.00

Program Area:

Community-Based Grants Initiative

County of Applicant:

Pasquotank

Year:

2019

Description:

The purpose of this grant is to provide funding to Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools (ECPPS) for the “Go STEM” project to integrate STEM-related career pathways into area high schools. ECPPS anticipates expanding partnerships with local and regional businesses and industries to guide curriculum development and instruction, and to increase work-based learning opportunities for students. Local industries include alternative energy, aviation, health sciences, engineering, and agribusiness technology. Golden LEAF funds will be used to help develop STEM learning labs on three high school campuses, support professional development activities to assist teachers in using project-based instruction and collaborative learning strategies, and establish a STEM coordinator for the district.

Contact:

Ms. Amber Godfrey1200 Halstead BlvdElizabeth City, North Carolina 27909(252) 335-2981

Areas Served:

Pasquotank

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