April 16, 2019
For Immediate Release
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UPPER MARLBORO, MD – Central and High Point high schools are two of 100 schools representing 21 states to receive $10,000 Amazon Future Engineer Robotics Grants. Awarded by Amazon and FIRST, the grants provide funding for schools in underserved communities the opportunity to offer FIRST school robotics programs and expand computer science education opportunities for students.
“Having a company like Amazon recognize the hard work happening in these local schools is exciting and speaks to the promise our high schools can provide,” said Dr. Monica E. Goldson, Interim Chief Executive Officer for Prince George’s County Public Schools. “This additional funding will allow students at Central and High Point high schools the chance to further develop critical thinking and teamwork skills needed for success in college and careers.”
The grants also include funding for teacher professional development and tours of the school’s local Amazon fulfillment center. The goal of the grant program is to inspire students to pursue careers in computer science.
“We can’t wait to bring thousands of students into Amazon’s fulfillment centers to show them the amazing technology operating behind the scenes,” said Jeff Wilke, CEO consumer worldwide, Amazon in a blog post. “These students are the innovators of the future, and we’re confident that this hands-on experience provided by Amazon Future Engineer will inspire them in their academic pursuits and beyond.”
For details on the Amazon Future Engineer Grants, visit their website.
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