Charlotte County Schools in the News
Gulf Coast Community Foundation Underwrites Grant to fund STEM programs.
The Gulf Coast Community Foundation of Venice is partnering with Sarasota and Charlotte County schools to improve education in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). The foundation will underwrite a $2.5 million dollar grant that will be shared among 5 schools in the South Sarasota and North Charlotte county area, including Lemon Bay High School, and LA Ainger Middle School. Read more about this announcement at www.sunnewspapers.net
Crossroads Wins Carl D. Perkins Grant
Crossroads Wilderness Institute (AMIkids Crossroads) is a local residential juvenile program designed to help troubled teens become productive and successful members of our community. Crossroads was recently awarded the Carl D. Perkins grant for the 2010-2011 school year. The $72,000 grant will fund "green" programs, allowing teens the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge of environmental preservation, and green living. Read this article at www.sunnewspapers.net.
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Mike Riley
School and Community Relations Officer
941-255-7430
Michael_Riley@ccps.k12.fl.us