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Board recognizes Bosch volunteers for STEM mentorship in elementary innovation classrooms
Summary
The board celebrated Robert Bosch Corporation volunteers who delivered a STEM mentorship program in district fifth‑grade innovation classrooms; district staff said 60 Bosch associates volunteered this spring.
The Plymouth‑Canton Community Schools Board recognized a corporate‑school partnership with Robert Bosch Corporation at its May 20 meeting, highlighting the company’s STEM volunteer program in district innovation classrooms.
Board Member Judy Westra presented the recognition and invited Joe Amabile, PCCS math and innovation coordinator, and Xavier (Bosch volunteer) to speak. Amabile said about 60 Bosch associates volunteered in elementary innovation classrooms this spring and credited a shared planning process — including 25 planning meetings — for the program’s success. He named three Bosch volunteers who helped lead the effort: Julian Gabriel, Zabor Tomaszewski and Chris Morgan.
Why it matters: Board members said the program brings industry mentors into classrooms to strengthen engineering‑design thinking, collaboration and real‑world problem solving.
Board comments: Members thanked Bosch for sustained volunteer time and pledged continued partnership. Bosch representatives said they plan to expand next year.
Ending: The board asked the community to join district showcases that feature student work and the ongoing partnership.
