At a recent event with the Helena Education Foundation, Boeing announced a $100,000 grant to fund a new robotics program for Helena Public Schools, including essential robotics tools and teacher development, building on Boeing’s previous efforts with LEGO STEM kits for younger students.
Why it matters: The skills students learn in these programs is critical for future careers in aerospace and advanced manufacturing, directly benefiting the communities where Boeing employees live and work.
- “This investment is about more than equipment; it’s about inspiring students and creating career opportunities close to home,” said Amy Frazier, Senior Community Relations Specialist at Boeing. “We want to see what students create and the futures they build.”
Lifelong learning: The new robotics initiative called, The Crosstown Robotics Coalition connects students with hands-on STEM learning, fostering a seamless educational journey from elementary to high school.
- “Robotics at the high school level connects to students’ early experiences, creating a strong learning pathway,” said Jake Warner, a robotics teacher at Capital High School, during the event.
Community impact: “Boeing’s support helps us put engaging tools in classrooms and offer quality training for educators,” expressed Becca Leaphart, Executive Director of the Helena Education Foundation. “It’s making a real difference in our schools.”
