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Board approves STEM, Kinder and Tech camps funded by federal Title grants
Summary
The school board authorized a two-day STEM enrichment program (approx. $20,000) paid from Title IV, a Kinder Camp for incoming kindergarteners (approx. $10,000) paid from Title I, and a teacher Tech Camp paid from Title IV funds.
The Connellsville Area School Board approved three summer/enrichment programs and a teacher professional-development camp at its March meeting, allocating approximate funding and funding sources.
Administrators requested approval to hold a two-day STEM enrichment camp at multiple district elementary schools and the middle and high schools at an approximate cost of $20,000 to be paid from Title IV funds, pending staff availability. The motion carried by voice vote.
The board also approved a Kinder Camp for incoming kindergarten students to be held at each elementary building in August at an approximate cost of $10,000 to be paid from Title I funds. That motion likewise passed by voice vote.
In addition, the board approved a district Tech Camp for teachers offering introductory and advanced training sessions focused on technology and core instructional practices; the cost is to be paid from Title IV funds. The motion specified dates and times would be determined and the camp would be available for teachers' professional development.
All three items were described by the board as funded through federal Title programs (Title I and Title IV) and were approved without extended public discussion.
