Colleagues,
We are please to share some positive news as eight (8) MAVA member school districts were recipients of Civics Teaching and Learning Grants!!
The recipient districts are listed below. which received a total of $292,080.
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Healey-Driscoll Administration Awards Nearly $1 Million in Civics Teaching and Learning Grants
Funds help districts expand access to high-quality civic learning for all students
- Executive Office of Education Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
EVERETT — The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced today that it is awarding almost $972,000 in Civics Teaching and Learning Grants to 37 school districts and education collaboratives. These grants support curriculum and professional development to further civic knowledge and skills among students. In addition, they support implementation of grade 8 and high school student-led civics projects, the hosting of local civics project showcases, participation in the Massachusetts Civics Project Showcases, and other enrichment activities focused on meaningful civic learning.
“We know how important it is to prepare students to consider different points of view and engage in civil discourse across lines of disagreement,” said Governor Maura Healey. “By teaching students how they can make a difference by working together, we will create stronger communities and a stronger democracy.”
“These funds support educators by investing in their professional development and supporting collaboration within and across districts,” said Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll. “I look forward to seeing how Massachusetts teachers use their learning to provide innovative and meaningful civic experiences for their students.”
The Civics Teaching and Learning Grants are funded through the state’s Civics Project Trust Fund and are intended to support civics instruction aligned with the 2018 Massachusetts History and Social Science Framework and the implementation of student-led, nonpartisan civic action projects as required by Chapter 296 of the Acts of 2018.
“These projects empower students as agents of change, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to address injustices and improve their communities. This grant will help provide all students with this important learning experience,” said Education Secretary Dr. Patrick Tutwiler.
The MAVA grant recipients and award amounts are:
- Boston Public Schools: $40,160
- Brockton Public Schools: $48,000
- Leicester Public Schools: $32,000
- Lynn Public Schools: $48,000
- Pittsfield Public Schools: $14,720
- Quincy Public Schools: $48,000
- Southeastern Regional Vocational Technical High School: $32,000
- Westfield Public Schools: $29,200
Chapter 74 Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education
LEARNING THAT WORKS FOR MASSACHUSETTS
David J. Ferreira
MAVA Communications Coordinator
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