Nevada to invest $4 million to expand robotics, STEM programs

by NNBW Staff

The Nevada Department of Education on Dec. 22 announced a $4 million investment of American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief funds to expand access to STEM and robotics programs across the state.

The funds will be doled out in partnership with the nonprofit FIRST Nevada, according to a Nevada Department of Education press release.

“Providing access for our students to emerging technologies and STEM programs is essential as we recover from COVID-19 and redefine education in Nevada,” Jhone Ebert, State Superintendent of Public Instruction, said in a statement. “We are excited and grateful to have FIRST Nevada as a forward-thinking partner in moving us closer to our goal of ensuring each and every Nevada student is future-ready and globally prepared.”

The mission of FIRST Nevada is to inspire youth to become science and technology leaders, by engaging them in mentor-based programs that build science, engineering and technology skills, inspire innovation, and foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication and leadership.

“Inspiring Nevada’s young people to develop technology-based skills and interests will ensure not only success for our next generation, but economic vitality for the future of our State,” Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak said in a statement.

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