Google funds STEM program for Denver Public Schools
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DPS said that the funding will be used to help open new pathways for students and educators to engage with emerging technologies, with a special focus on quantum computing.
'Introducing students and educators to quantum computing early matters. Thanks to Google.org, we are building a foundation for lifelong curiosity, innovation, and success in STEM careers,' said Sara Hazel, President & CEO of DPS Foundation, in the press release. 'We are grateful to Google.org for their commitment to supporting innovative learning opportunities for our students and educators. We know that the future in tech is limitless and want to ensure DPS students have the opportunities they need to be at the forefront of this industry.'
Part of the funding will support Quantum Camp, also known as QCaMP, which is a program that will take place over the summer and allows students and educators to participate in the innovative industry.
'The quantum revolution is here. We need curious young minds to unlock its full potential,' said United States Senator John Hickenlooper. 'This funding will help position Colorado and our students at the front of the next scientific era of innovation.'
Colorado officials are investing resources into QCaMP at DPS to help students be 'future ready' and want to help students open new career pathways through the programs and investments.
'As a former principal, I've seen firsthand the impact investments like these can make in a student's life,' said Denver Mayor Mike Johnston. 'I want to thank the Google.org funding and the DPS Foundation for opening new doors and creating new pathways for our future innovators and dreamers here in Denver.'
The program will have DPS educators complete a training course, which will help them understand the concepts themselves, while also teaching them fun lesson plans and ready-to-use classroom concepts. The teachers will also be able to apply the education to real-world situations and the societal impact of quantum computing.
At the end of the training, 10 DPS educators and two instructional coaches will commit to bringing quantum learning to their classrooms.
'Colorado is leading the way in quantum technology, and as the largest school district in the state, it's crucial that Denver Public Schools educators have the resources they need to bring these groundbreaking concepts directly to students,' said DPS Superintendent Dr. Alex Marrero. 'Our mission is to ensure that every DPS student has the skills and knowledge to thrive in the industries of tomorrow. A big thank you to Google.org for their support in making this vision a reality.'
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QCaMP begins on July 21 and will last for a week. After the camp is completed, a professional development week will commence on July 28 for DPS educators and the instructional coaches.
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