2024 Fall Equipment Grant Recipients

Kimberley Caudle, East Bend Elementary School
Amount: $6,000
Project Name: Coding Across the Curriculum

To make available several STEAM related items such as mini Spheros, Indi Robots, and STEAM+Coding kits in the Media Center. Teachers can use this equipment to teach their classroom about coding while also supporting and engaging the curriculum.

Michael Dorman, Yadkinville Elementary School
Amount: $5,264
Project Name: Technology-Robotics and Coding

To purchase building, coding, and robotics sets that will offer opportunities for collaboration and innovation while engaging in STEM activities. The sets will be seamlessly integrated into the curriculum through project-based learning initiatives that align with existing lesson plans in STEM subjects.

Rhonda Cranfill-Moran, Starmount High School
Subject: Art
Project Name: $2,100 / Getting Collaborative in the Media Center

To purchase new dry-erase top tables with wheels for the media center to make collabortive work easier and more effective. These tables can help transform the space into a collaboration center for the school.

Tim Peacock, West Yadkin Elementary School
Amount: $2,350
Project Name: Outdoor Digital Weather Station

An outdoor digital weather station to measure atmospheric conditions to study the weather and climate, and to provide information for weather forecasts. Students can participate in real-time data projects that not only enrich their understanding of weather patterns but also promotes critical thinking and literacy skills.

Chris Lyon, Yadkin Early College
Amount: $6,000
Project Name: Operating a Care Closet (Learning Laundry and Life Skills)

to purchase a Dremel Digilab 3D45 3D printer and a table for the 3D printer with built-in storage to hold the printer supplies along with proper computer systems to run the 3D printing software. The AET course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive introduction to various fields of technology.

Sarah Rufe, Jonesville Elementary School
Amount: $5,500
Project Name: Littlebits Coding System

There is a growing demand for skilled professionals in engineering fields, yet many students lack exposure to hands-on engineering experiences during their K-12 education. Sphero's Littlebits coding kits provide students with the foundational knowledge and skills needed to pursue engineering pathways.

Katherine Whittington, Forbush Elementary School
Amount: $4,523
Project Name: Bravely Going Green

To aquire a hydroponic system for innovative plant growth, a vermicomposting setup for organic waste recycling education, gardening supplies for hands-on cultivation, a rainwater harvesting system to promote water conservation, and composting/recycling bins for the cafeteria to enhance responsible waste management. These resources will provide students with learning opportunities focused on sustainability and environmental stewardship.