Madison County Teachers Win $10K in STEM Grants

Teachers in Madison County, Kentucky are getting the resources they need to make science, technology, engineering, and math come alive for their students.

Bechtel Parsons Blue Grass awarded $10,000 in grants to ten teachers across eight schools in the district. The funding will support student-centered STEM activities designed to spark curiosity and get kids excited about learning. Two high school seniors will also receive $1,500 scholarships to continue their education.

The grants went to teachers from elementary through high school, spanning schools like Kirksville Elementary, Farristown Middle, Madison Central High, and several others. Each educator applied with innovative ideas for bringing STEM concepts into their classrooms in engaging, hands-on ways.

"Supporting teachers as they implement STEM activities in their classrooms is a wonderful opportunity for us to continue our engagement with the Madison County School District," said Joe Curcio, project manager at Bechtel Parsons Blue Grass. The company hopes these learning experiences might inspire students to pursue STEM careers down the road.

Superintendent Randy Neeley emphasized the lasting value of the investment. "Bechtel Parsons has not only invested monetarily in our school district, but they are creating opportunities for teachers to ignite passion in our students through unique learning experiences," he said. "That passion can have an impact on Madison County and Kentucky for generations to come."

The Ripple Effect

This latest donation continues a 16-year partnership between the company and Madison County Schools. Since 2008, Bechtel Parsons Blue Grass has contributed more than $200,000 in teacher grants and student scholarships to the district.

Just last year, the company donated $100,000 to Madison County Schools' Ignite Academy to support welding technology and robotics programs at campuses in Richmond and Berea. Those programs give students practical skills and career pathways while they're still in high school.

When companies invest in local teachers and students year after year, the benefits multiply throughout the community, preparing the next generation for good jobs while strengthening schools.

Ten more teachers now have the tools to make learning unforgettable for hundreds of Kentucky students.