FPL Invites Schools to Apply for $50,000 Classroom Makeover Grant

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Eligible public, private and charter schools at all grade levels can apply through Nov. 18, 2024 

 

School is back in session, and Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) is awarding five eligible Florida schools $50,000 classroom makeover grants as part of its continued commitment to STEM education.

 

“At FPL, we believe that knowledge is power. By enriching students’ experiences in STEM, we can help break down barriers to opportunity and drive interest in furthering their education and future opportunities in STEM fields,” said Kate Cotner, director of community engagement for FPL. “We are committed to supporting our next generation of leaders and innovators, and we do this through various initiatives, including supporting STEM programs and providing grants for schools and teachers.”

 

The Classroom Makeover Grants are supported through the company’s charitable arm, the NextEra Energy Foundation, to increase the exposure of economically disadvantaged students in STEM and jumpstart students’ interest in STEM careers.  Funds are available to update STEM classrooms with new technology or resources, including software, equipment, books and training for teachers.

 

Eligible K-12 public, private and charter schools at all grade levels that are designated Title 1 or serve a minimum of 40% economically disadvantaged students can apply, and winners will be announced in early 2025. Previous grant recipients in Miami-Dade and Broward counties include:

 

  • Cypress Run Education Center School in Pompano Beach updated its multi-media technology lab with new TV production equipment, coding and robotics materials.
  • Lauderdale Lakes Middle School in Lauderdale Lakes and Dillard High School in Fort Lauderdale are revealing their classrooms later this year.

 

Classroom transformations are underway at Coconut Palm K-8 Academy in Homestead and Country Club Middle School in Miami Gardens, with makeovers expected to be complete early next year.

 

Grant applications will be accepted through Nov. 18, 2024. For more information or to apply for a Classroom Makeover Grant, visit FPL.com/ClassroomGrant.

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