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AWS Cloud Infrastructure STEM Education Fund

US$126,000 |

Funding for your community

The AWS Cloud Infrastructure STEM Education Fund supports middle schools implementing programs with hands-on experiences and skills related to cloud infrastructure careers. This fund aims to expand access and opportunities for middle schools to implement the "We Build it Better" program, an industry-designed, innovative curricular experience engaging students in work-life STEAM environments (technology, data centers, aerospace, etc).

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  • Submit your application to receive up to $7,000 for continuing and/or expanding the “We Build it Better” program (WBIB) in one middle school
  • If your program is selected, you will receive funding to be used in WBIB consumables, carts, and/or Flight Works Alabama professional development expenses (including travel).
Criteria
  • You are applying on behalf of a middle school.
  • You are currently implementing the We Build it Better program with the support of AWS
  • The school is based in on of these locations: Alameda County (CA), Arapahoe County (CO), Franklin County (OH), City of Manassas (VA), Prince William County (VA), Morrow County (OR) or Umatilla County (OR)
Requirements/How to apply
  • Click "Apply" above to complete the application
  • One application per middle school is required. If your school district is using WBIB in more than one school, please submit one application per school.
  • If your application is successful, you will be notified via email
  • Receive funding to support your We Build it Better program!

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We’re thrilled to help bring We Build it Better to your school. Careers in modern science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics – likely to be the most in-demand when students enter the workforce – aren’t traditionally introduced to younger students. This program not only introduces STEAM concepts that will help students build critical skills, it also gives students the opportunity to learn about careers in these fields at a crucial age.

Roger Wehner
Director of Economic Development for AWS

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