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American Water Charitable Foundation Awards $10,000 Workforce Readiness Grant to North Scott Community School District

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  • The American Water Charitable Foundation & Iowa American Water announced a $10,000 Workforce Readiness grant for the North Scott Community School District's Regional Innovation Center.
  • Funding will support hands-on STEM, robotics, engineering & career-readiness opportunities for students in grades 7–12.
  • The grant covers LEGO League materials, registration fees for three elementary programs, tournament fees, technology upgrades, 3D-printing resources, & a planned CNC machine.
  • The Regional Innovation Center enables students to develop technical, problem-solving, leadership & collaboration skills through real-world learning experiences.
  • Students utilize computer-aided design, 3D printers, & the new CNC machine to design, manufacture, & assemble custom parts for robots.
  • This grant is part of the Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program, which focuses on Water, People & Communities pillars.
  • American Water Charitable Foundation President Carrie Williams emphasized the organization's pride in supporting high-quality learning initiatives.
  • Iowa American Water President Brad Nielsen stated the partnership helps build the skills & confidence needed for Iowa's future workforce.
  • The North Scott Community School District expressed gratitude for the funding, noting its significant impact on purchasing necessary materials & curriculum.