An Act establishing an elementary and secondary school robotics grant program
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill creates a grant program to support elementary and secondary schools in Massachusetts that want to establish or expand robotics programs. The program aims to provide funding for robotics equipment, curriculum development, and teacher training. It seeks to encourage STEM education and prepare students for future careers in technology. The bill is intended to foster innovation and engagement in robotics within the state’s schools.
Key provisions
- Establishes a grant program for robotics in elementary and secondary schools.
- Provides funding for robotics equipment and supplies.
- Supports curriculum development related to robotics.
- Offers funding for teacher training in robotics.
- Prioritizes schools with limited existing robotics programs.
- Specifies criteria for grant applications.
- Outlines the process for distributing grant funds.
- Creates a reporting mechanism for grant recipients.
Who is affected
- Elementary Schools
- Secondary Schools
- Students
- Teachers
- School Districts
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Sponsors
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11 on record
Primary sponsor
Danillo A. Sena
Cosponsors
Amy Mah Sangiolo
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Danillo A. Sena
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