Two DCSD schools awarded large STEM grants
Rosenwald Elementary/Middle School in Society Hill and Spaulding Middle School in Lamar are both recipients of substantial Project Lead the Way (PLTW) grants to be used to implement world class science and technology programs in their schools. The grants are made possible through support from Ardagh Group.
Ardagh Group, a global supplier of recyclable metal and glass consumer packaging, has a plant in Bishopville and set aside funding to invest in local education. The company announced earlier this year a 10-year investment in STEM education across the country, including a partnership with PLTW.
Rosenwald will receive two grants, totaling $50,000, for two programs: PLTW Launch and PLTW Gateway. Spaulding Middle School will receive $30,000 for a PLTW Gateway program.
A nonprofit organization that provides transformative learning experiences for students and teachers across the country, PLTW programs develop the in-demand, real-world knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in life beyond the classroom, according to its website.
“We are excited to offer our students the PLTW curriculum at Rosenwald,” said Principal Kim Mason. “Our vision for STEAM is to offer the best transdisciplinary STEAM experiences any student could have. Our students will be immersed in real-world and problem-based inquiry to spark creativity and higher order thinking.”
“Spaulding Middle School is very excited to be one of the latest DCSD schools to incorporate the PLTW program within its educational program,” said Principal Nicole Jones. “In today’s advanced technological world, it is important that our scholars are equipped with skills necessary to not only compete but to excel.”
