Technology in Rural Hands: Bridging the Gap for Graham County Students

Organization:

Graham County Schools

Amount:

$173,953.30

Program Area:

Open Grants Program

County of Applicant:

Graham

Year:

2017

Description:

This Golden LEAF grant will assist Graham County Schools with expanding its digital learning initiative to students in grades 4-8. The project will provide students in grades 5-8 with Chromebooks and purchase Chromebook carts for classroom use in grade 4. Graham County Schools recently partnered with Gear Up, Harrah’s Scholarship Fund, and USDA to equip students in grades 9-12 with devices. The project will help expose students in grades 4-8 to technology-rich teaching and learning before entering high school. The local education agency will contract with the Friday Institute and others to provide high-quality professional development to train teachers in effective instructional practice using technology as a tool to differentiate learning. Golden LEAF funds will be used to purchase computers and computer carts and for professional development costs.

Contact:

Mr. Kevin White52 Moose Branch RoadRobbinsville, North Carolina 28771(828) 479-9840

Areas Served:

Graham

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