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Subject:
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15.12 Review and Potential Approval of the Marathon Corporation Grants |
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LCAP (Local Control Accountability Plan) Goal:
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Goal 1: All students will receive a high quality education in a safe and welcoming environment with equitable and high expectations, access to technology, and instruction in the California State Standards that prepare them for college and career.
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Enclosure:
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Summary:
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Staff is requesting the approval of the Marathon Corporation grants to increase access, expanded learning opportunities, and professional development in Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) and Robotics for Mt. Diablo Unified School District (MDUSD) students. The following programs would be served by these three grants. The grants would include; $80,000.00 to continue offering the Robotics and STEM after school clubs at the nine MDUSD middle schools; $100,000 to offering the High School FIRST Robotics Teams at College Park, Concord, Mt. Diablo (new), Northgate (new), and Ygnacio Valley High Schools; and $35,000 to host Summer 2022 STEM Camps. These grants will inspire innovative student and adult learners by fostering community, personalizing learning, infusing technology, developing leadership, and advocating educational opportunities. The total grant amount would be $215,000 for the 2022-2023 school year. |
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Funding:
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Marathon Corporation (program codes 3636 & 3963) |
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Recommendation
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Move to approve the Marathon Corporation Grants. |
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Approvals:
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Stephanie Roberts - Director of Development |
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Samantha Allen - Director of Secondary Schools |
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Elizabeth McClanahan - Director of Purchasing and Warehouse |
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Mika Arbelbide - Director of Fiscal Services |
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Jennifer Sachs - Chief, Educational Services |
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Dr. Adam Clark - Superintendent |
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Vote Results:
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Original Motion | Member Linda Mayo Moved, Member Debra Mason seconded to approve the Original motion 'Move to approve the Marathon Corporation Grants.'. Upon a Roll-Call Vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 5 Nay: 0. | The motion Carried 5 - 0 | | | Linda Mayo | Yes | Debra Mason | Yes | Cherise Khaund | Yes | Keisha Nzewi | Yes | Erin McFerrin | Yes | |
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