Carlsbad, NM., October 21, 2024 – Salado Isolation Mining Contractors is now accepting applications for our STEM Education Mini- grants. Teachers in K-12 schools in Eddy and Lea counties are eligible to submit applications for support of classroom science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) projects.
Teachers submitting applications should focus on STEM relevance. In addition to traditional STEM projects, a related arts teacher might apply for a grant for students to explore the lives of scientists, mathematicians, etc., or for materials to develop problem-solving or other critical thinking skills. The online application, along with information about proposal and evaluation criteria, is available at https://form.jotform.com/230515696966065
Grants are available in three levels:
- Single classroom: $750
- Multiple classrooms: $1,000
- Entire school: $1,500
SIMCO will accept applications online until 5 p.m. on November 18, 2024. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Winners will be notified no later than December 2, 2024.
For more information about the SIMCO STEM Education Mini-Grants Program, contact Dr. Joy James-Foster, SIMCO Communications, at (575) 234-7512 or joy.james-foster@wipp.ws
