On July 18, 2024, Google’s Data Center Community Impact Program announced more than $100,000 in grants awarded to seven local organizations. Pryor's Tiger PRIDE AfterSchool Program is honored to be one of the recipients, receiving a significant grant aimed at developing a drone racing club to increase access and belonging in STEM education programs for students.
Dr. Jenny Peters, Aviation/Aerospace Instructor for Pryor Schools, added, “This new addition will mean some fantastic opportunities for our students grades 6-12!”
The drone racing club funded by this grant will engage students with hands-on experience in STEM fields, offering a unique blend of technology, engineering, and competitive sports. Thank you to Google for this generous support and for helping to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders.
The afterschool program is dedicated to providing enriching educational experiences for students. With the addition of the drone racing club, the program will continue to expand its impact, offering new opportunities for students to explore and excel in STEM fields.
For more information about the afterschool clubs offered at Pryor Schools, visit the Tiger PRIDE Afterschool webpage or contact Laura Holloway, Afterschool Program Director at 825-1255.
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About Google in Oklahoma
Google has proudly called Oklahoma home for more than a decade with a data center in Mayes County. Through programs and local initiatives that utilize Google’s tools and expertise, they are working to help businesses, educational institutions, community collaboratives, nonprofits, and individuals create and thrive in a sustainable, knowledge-based economy. Since 2011, Google has donated more than $5 million in charitable giving dollars to nonprofits and schools in Oklahoma.
Learn more about Google in Oklahoma at: g.co/economicimpact/oklahoma.
The 2024 grant recipients include:
Tahlequah High School: to provide NumWorks graphing calculators for STEM and computer science students and teachers
Indian Nations Council Boy Scouts of America: to support their STEM initiative that provides Scouts with opportunities to explore relevant occupations
Pryor Ministries Center: to upgrade their food pantry facilities and supplies to better serve those in need within the community
Tiger PRIDE After School Program at Pryor Public Schools: to develop a drone racing club to increase access and belonging in STEM education programs
Boys & Girls Clubs of Green Country: to purchase new computers and establish a designated computer/STEM lab at their Chouteau unit
Mayes County HOPE Coalition: to enhance their "Digging in the Dirt" program and establish a curriculum that will focus on hands-on learning experiences related to agriculture and sustainability
Tulsa Regional STEM Alliance: to support its mentoring program, which connects students with STEM professionals and provides them with engaging experiences to inspire them to pursue STEM careers