RENO, Nev. – Google is proud to announce a contribution of $135,000 to enhance STEM labs across three career technical education (CTE) middle schools including Shaw Middle School, Mendive Middle School and Sparks Middle School, providing advanced equipment and technology infrastructure support in the Washoe County School District (WCSD).
The funds will be used to buy computers, computer stands, servers, software licenses, and robotics equipment. This significant investment aims to create an environment that promotes innovation, technological proficiency, and hands-on learning experiences for students.
By revamping the STEM labs, WCSD aims to cultivate interest and aptitude in STEM-related fields among the students in Washoe County. By providing access to the latest technology and equipment, Google’s funding will help bridge the digital divide and ensure that all students have equal opportunities to develop the skills needed for the jobs of the future.
“We are grateful to Google for their investment in STEM education in our district,” said Washoe County School District Superintendent, Susan Enfield. “Our schools can’t do it alone and community partners like Google are integral to supporting our work to prepare every student for the future they choose.”
The upgraded STEM labs will enable educators to deliver enhanced and interactive lessons, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork. Moreover, students will have hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology, empowering them to become future leaders and innovators in the STEM fields.
“We are pleased to be part of Washoe County School District’s ongoing commitment to advancing education and preparing its students for success,” said Kate Franko, Google’s Regional Head of Data Center Public Affairs. “STEM education is critical to our youth and we thank Washoe County School District for providing these skills and cultivating an impactful environment for our next generation of leaders.”
To learn more about Washoe County School District’s ongoing commitment to improving opportunities for students, visit https://www.washoeschools.net/.
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About Google in Nevada:
Google has called Nevada home since 2019, with data centers in Henderson and Storey County. The company has partnered with trusted community institutions across the state to bring digital skills training, grant funding, and other resources to more Nevadans. In Nevada, Grow with Google has partnered with more than 60 organizations to train more than 88,000 Nevadans in digital skills, including public libraries, chambers of commerce, community colleges, and more. Google.org has awarded over $1 million in grants to nonprofits and organizations based in Nevada. Since 2014, Google’s employees based in Nevada–including company matching contributions–have donated over $700,000 in charitable giving to nonprofits. Learn more about Google in Nevada at: g.co/economicimpact/nevada.
About Washoe County School District:
The Washoe County School District includes the Reno/Sparks metropolitan area, Incline Village, Gerlach, and Wadsworth, Nevada. The District provides each of its 60,000 students with a superior education in a safe and challenging environment and is committed to its promise: We will know every student by name, strength and need so they graduate prepared for the future they choose, and we will deliver on this promise in partnership with our families and community. For more information visit: www.washoeschools.net.
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