The St. Johns River Water Management District is providing nearly $40,000 in grants to 20 schools within its 18-county region through the Blue School Grants program. The program provides up to $3,000 per teacher to support education on Florida’s freshwater and estuarine systems, focusing on students in kindergarten through 12th grades.
And two Apopka schools - Wekiva High and Wolf Lake Middle, were among the recipients.
“This year, we’re thrilled to award nearly double the funding to our dedicated teachers in the District! This means enhanced resources for classrooms, allowing for a deeper exploration of Florida's water resources,” said the St. Johns River Water Management District Education and Outreach Coordinator Laura La Beur. “It's a unique opportunity that encourages educators to integrate water-related topics into their curriculum, inspiring students beyond the confines of the classroom.”
Since its inception eight years ago, the program has funded nearly 100 projects and educated over 12,000 students about Florida's water resources and natural ecosystems. Blue School Grants promote practical learning through STEM activities (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) and foster engagement within the broader school community.
The following schools received funding this year:
Among the projects funded this year:
For more information, please visit the District’s website at www.sjrwmd.com/education/blue-school.
About the St. Johns River Water Management District
St. Johns River Water Management District staff are committed to ensuring the sustainable use and protection of water resources for the benefit of the people of the District and the state of Florida. The St. Johns River Water Management District is one of five districts in Florida managing groundwater and surface water supplies in the state. The District encompasses all or part of 18 northeast and east-central Florida counties. District headquarters are in Palatka, and staff also are available to serve the public at service centers in Apopka, Jacksonville and Palm Bay.
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