TC Energy partnership boosts opportunities for students
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Updated: Feb 23
A new district partnership with TC Energy is driving students to new heights of innovation and imagination.
A TC Energy STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) grant is ensuring CCPS students have access to cutting edge learning resources and computer literacy programs.
The partnership, which funds two full-time teachers, enables an edge in interactive STEM learning while inspiring wonder in young minds.
“TC Energy’s commitment to our schools demonstrates their vision for empowering communities through education,” said Dr. Lindsay Hale. “This partnership equips our students with the skills they need to excel in today’s technology-driven world while inspiring them to become future innovators.”
The program has been launched at Conkwright Elementary but will eventually be active in all four elementary schools, boosting opportunities in such areas as robotics, coding, technology projects, and other STEM-related hands-on learning.
“TC Energy is proud to support Clark County Schools computer literacy programming for elementary school students through our BuildStrong program,” says TC Social Impact Advisor Rebecca McElhoes. “Programs like these contribute to an even playing field for all students and lead to a brighter future for all Clark County students.”
The interactive lessons engage young learners in collaboration, problem-solving, and teamwork, build key skills for the future, and inspire the next generation of leaders.
Along with funding two full-time teachers working with students across the district, TC Energy’s support is making possible the purchase of iPads, software, and lab resources, as well as educator training. KidSpark, an elementary STEM program packed with hands-on curriculum and robust STEM activities, is part of the grant.
"The program is extremely important to students,” said teacher Robbie Sergent. “It fosters creativity, allows them to apply engineering concepts, and encourages them to work collaboratively."
STEM teacher Stacie Carrington said the students have reacted enthusiastically to the district’s new focus on STEM opportunities.
“The students love it because it enables them to use their imagination and apply their knowledge to create working prototypes that demonstrate real-world solutions,” she said.
Superintendent Dustin Howard says the partnership is yet another example of how business and industry support is paramount to maximum student achievement and enrichment.
“TC Energy’s pledge to help prepare the next generation is a pledge to sustain future high demand workforce skill sets for students in Clark County Public Schools in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and math for OUR community,” Howard said. “We are grateful for the chance to provide an even more comprehensive educational experience, and to empower our students to be trailblazers and problem solvers.”