Agenda Item
Meeting Date:
2/22/2023 - 6:00 PM  
Category:
Consent Agenda  
Type:
Action  
Subject:
15.7 Review and Potential Approval of the Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Chevron Grant  
LCAP (Local Control Accountability Plan) Goal:
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.
 
Policy:
 
Enclosure:
Chevron Project Lead the Way (PLTW) School Summary Grant 2023_24  
File Attachment:
Chevron Project Lead the Way (PLTW) School Summary Grant 2023_24.pdf
 
Summary:
Staff is seeking the approval of Chevron Grants for Project Lead the Way (PLTW) to implement and expand Project Lead the Way (PLTW) in Mt. Diablo Unified School District Schools K-12. The six participating schools include; Fair Oaks Elementary, Sun Terrace Elementary, Westwood Elementary, El Dorado Middle, Concord High and Ygnacio Valley High Schools. The program will be implemented during the school day and in the CARES Expanded Learning Program at Fair Oaks, Sun Terrace, and Westwood Elementary schools and El Dorado Middle School. The total grant is for $35,000 and will pay for supplies, materials, equipment, training and PLTW participation fees. PLTW provides transformative learning experiences for PreK-12 students and teachers across the U.S. creating an engaging, hands-on classroom environment and empowering students to develop in-demand knowledge and skills they need to thrive. They also provide teachers with the training, resources, and support they need to engage students in real-world learning.  
Funding:
Chevron Corporation  
Fiscal Impact:
$35,000  
Recommendation
Move to approve the submission of the Chevron Project Lead the Way Grant and acceptance if awarded.  
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Stephanie Roberts - Director of Development
Signed By:  
Elizabeth McClanahan - Director of Purchasing and Warehouse
Signed By:  
Nancy Chen - Chief Accountant
Signed By:  
Heather Fontanilla - Program Spec/Career Pathways/Linked Learning
Signed By:  
Jennifer Sachs - Chief, Educational Services
Signed By:  
Dr. Adam Clark - Superintendent
 
Vote Results:

Original Motion
Member Cherise Khaund Moved, Member Debra Mason seconded to approve the Original motion 'Move to approve the submission of the Chevron Project Lead the Way Grant and acceptance if awarded.'. 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