NEF Cyberlearning Launches STEM Grant Program: Supporting America’s Students
(PRWEB) November 21, 2013 -- NEF Chairman, Dr. Appu Kuttan states, “America is ranked 25th out of 35 countries in math and science. To compete in the global economy, our students need better STEM+ skills. Our initiative is aimed at preparing our students better for college and STEM-related jobs, while helping to improve worker productivity in our businesses.” To address this concern, NEF has launched an initiative to provide STEM grants to any interested school district. This initiative is in direct correlation with the President’s priority of improving STEM Education for all across the country.
To further assist the nation’s schools the National Education Foundation (NEF) is offering 100 Grant STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) grants. This opportunity is open to any school district/school with 35% or more students on Free/Reduced cost lunch. Apply at http://www.cyberlearning.org. The deadline to apply for this program is November 30, 2013.
NEF’s CyberLearning STEM+ academies, administered by the State University of NY (SUNY) and local universities, offer top-quality personalized courses in STEM, English, Social Studies, SAT/ACT, IT and Business courses mapped to the Common Core Curriculum standards as well as state standards in all 50 states.
In addition to the courses, the grant provides schools funds for teacher stipends, student motivational rewards and teacher training.
NEF’s Cyberlearning total system solution enables a student to advance a grade level in 24 learning hours in a subject such as math or reading, as documented by the State University of New York.
In addition to a world-class STEM+ academy for the students, the grant provides a Parent Academy in IT and Business, and a Teacher Professional Development Academy, and a tuition-free Workforce Development Academy for employers in the community.
President Bill Clinton has commended NEF for “your ongoing commitment for creating a better and stronger America.” This initiative is a win-win-win partnership—schools and students are the biggest winners.
For more information, visit http://www.cyberlearning.org, or call NEF at 703-823-9999.
About NEF
The National Education Foundation (NEF) is the national non-profit leader in bridging the academic and job skills divides by providing world-class education in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math), English, test prep, digital literacy, IT, business and management to millions of disadvantaged students and adults. See http://www.cyberlearning.org.
Appu Kuttan, Cyber Learning, http://www.cyberlearning.org, +1 (703) 823-9999, [email protected]
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