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Board pledges $40,000 to back planned summer STEM program for 100–125 students
Summary
Claiborne County supervisors approved a $40,000 county commitment to launch a summer STEM program serving roughly 100–125 students in two‑week sessions; county administrators said the full program could cost about $60,000 and may be scaled if outside funds do not arrive.
The Claiborne County Board of Supervisors on May 19 voted to commit $40,000 to support a Summer Youth STEM program that county staff plan to serve to about 100–125 students in multiple two‑week sessions beginning in June.
County Administrator Dr. Gregory Reed told the board the program plan calls for four two‑week sessions, scheduled as half‑day (8 a.m. to noon) offerings; the county requested the $40,000 so a program could begin even if outside funding is delayed. "We did ask that the board cover $40,000 because we have ... set the number to serve at least 100 to 125 students," Dr. Reed said during his presentation.
Dr. Reed added that if external sponsors — named in meetings as potential partners — do not provide the expected funding, the county can scale back the number of weeks offered or adjust programming. He told the board officials will recruit through school counselors and noted the county would proceed with a partial program rather than delay implementation.
The motion to commit the $40,000 was offered and seconded during the meeting and carried on a voice vote. Staff said the county has budgeted resources available to cover that allotment if needed and that they would continue to pursue outside grants and corporate support to cover the remainder of program costs.
Next steps: staff will continue to seek partner funding, finalize student lists with school counselors and implement the initial session schedule if outside funds do not arrive in time.
