- April 23, 2024
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Florida Power & Light recently awarded more than $10,900 to the Flagler County Education Foundation as part of its statewide Empowering STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Educators Program, FPL announced in a news release.
The program’s goal is to train teachers in effective math and science instructional practices that align with Florida standards.
The funding will support the Flagler Ed Foundation's Flagler Peer Learning project. As a part of the program, 10 teacher leaders will facilitate a session in which they share their lesson plans with fourth to eighth grade math and science teachers.
“High-quality, engaging, standards-based instruction is critical for students to build strong foundations in math and science,” said Mary Chance, president and CEO of the Consortium of Florida Education Foundations. “Through this program, we are grateful to provide our teachers with a valuable learning opportunity that will benefit both their professional development and the education of students across Flagler County schools.”
FPL is partnering with the Consortium to bring the educators program to school districts around the state. Since 2010, the Consortium has administered hands-on classroom learning experiences to increase student awareness and interest in STEM careers. The Consortium and FPL developed this program specifically for math and science teachers.
“We know that when you invest in teacher development, you are also investing in every student they will instruct and inspire for many years to come,” said Sarah Marmion, education and outreach centers manager for FPL. “Supporting our local students and educators’ education helps better prepare tomorrow’s leaders and innovators while also making Florida an even better place to live, work and raise a family.”
Including Flagler County, FPL is awarding a total of $131,000 to 11 local education foundations across the state.
As part of a continued commitment to STEM education, FPL and the NextEra Energy Foundation will also award up to five Florida schools a $50,000 classroom makeover grant to improve technology, equipment and resources.
