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Board approves PVAMU MOU; trustees discuss expanding STEM and robotics

Board of Trustees, Royal Independent School District · July 13, 2026

Summary

Trustees approved an MOU with Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) and discussed expanding STEM and robotics support across district campuses, with administration promising a review of resources and the Education Foundation's grant contributions referenced.

The board voted to approve an MOU with Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) as presented by administration. Trustee Elton Foster asked about additional avenues to provide opportunities to students and specifically highlighted the PVAMU STEM program; trustees and administration described the PVAMU agreement as a positive step for student opportunities.

Separately, Trustee Foster raised questions about robotics support and urged the district to ensure campuses have the necessary equipment. Trustee Cori Vahalik noted that the district's STEM program includes robotics and that the Education Foundation has awarded grants to the robotics team at STEM. Dr. Pape said RISD will review how to expand robotics at other campuses.

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