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County awards grant to CARES Learning Partnership for high-school drone program with restorative services

Franklin County Board of Commissioners · February 10, 2026
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The board approved an $84,225 grant to CARES Learning Partnership to run a restorative-practices drone-racing and workforce-readiness program for up to 30 Franklin County high-school students across several districts.

The Franklin County Board of Commissioners approved a grant agreement with CARES Learning Partnership to implement a high-school drone-racing program that includes restorative-practices instruction and workforce-readiness training.

Andrina Austin, director of economic engagement and community development, said the grant funds a program serving 30 students ages 15–18 through three…

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