Grants/Awards 2018-2019:
Our most recent Grant Request came from Mr. Kozak and Mr. Moriarty in the Science department. The request was to purchase 6 new Thermal Imaging, Infrared Cameras to be used for hands-on lab assignments and education in the following classes:
Excerpt from the Grant Request:
"The Science Department received a single thermal camera as part of an outside grant a number of years ago. It has been used in every physics class to demonstrate waves and mechanics of heat transfer. Students are surprised and delighted by what this device can show them. It sparks curiosity in them, It's a rewarding experience and one that opens their eyes to something they can't experience otherwise.
Unfortunately, we are limited in terms of what we can do with a single camera and an entire class of students. Students typically work in no more than 6 small groups on laboratory investigations. Having one camera for each group opens up possibilities for students to perform hands on laboratory investigations. Each student will have an opportunity to use the camera and leverage it as a tool to gain a better understanding of core concepts in class.
I was fortunate to take part in a professional development opportunity last year that focused specifically on teaching about energy. A large portion focused on applications for the use of thermal cameras in classrooms. The primary goal for this grant is to purchase 6 cameras for the school and implement the lessons I learned, and to incorporate the materials provided in the Professional Development to enrich learning in virtually every science classroom. "
PET is proud to support the Science Department, and has approved this Grant for $3,000.00
- Physics (Energy & Motion) - demonstrate properties of waves and mechanics of heat transfer.
- Chemistry - observing heat produced or consumed in reactions and specific heats of materials, also calorimetry and endothermic/exothermic reactions.
- Astronomy - observe light and electromagnetic spectrum, and the place of infrared light in it.
- Environmental Science - observe the effects of heat transfer and convection on bodies of water.
- Intro to Physics, Engineering & Marine Biology will also have new learning experiences using this new technology.
Excerpt from the Grant Request:
"The Science Department received a single thermal camera as part of an outside grant a number of years ago. It has been used in every physics class to demonstrate waves and mechanics of heat transfer. Students are surprised and delighted by what this device can show them. It sparks curiosity in them, It's a rewarding experience and one that opens their eyes to something they can't experience otherwise.
Unfortunately, we are limited in terms of what we can do with a single camera and an entire class of students. Students typically work in no more than 6 small groups on laboratory investigations. Having one camera for each group opens up possibilities for students to perform hands on laboratory investigations. Each student will have an opportunity to use the camera and leverage it as a tool to gain a better understanding of core concepts in class.
I was fortunate to take part in a professional development opportunity last year that focused specifically on teaching about energy. A large portion focused on applications for the use of thermal cameras in classrooms. The primary goal for this grant is to purchase 6 cameras for the school and implement the lessons I learned, and to incorporate the materials provided in the Professional Development to enrich learning in virtually every science classroom. "
PET is proud to support the Science Department, and has approved this Grant for $3,000.00
Other Grant Requests approved in 2018-2019 include:
- DECA Conference - Registration Fee Subsidy ($35 per student)
- Model UN Conference - Registration Fee subsidy ($50 per student)
- Robotics Kits & parts upgrades
Grants/Awards 2017-2018:
- Fitness for Life – Phys Ed Curriculum supplies - $1,653.83
- Model UN – Conference Registrations -$2,500
- DECA Conference - Registration Fee subsidy ($35 of $135 per student) - $1,575
- BSU Traveling Observatory – Invading Mars - $175
- Graphics Card upgrades (30) for NEW e-gaming club & Digital Photo - $1,452.81
- 3D Scanner with iPad enhancement for 3D printer - $979.29
Grants/Awards 2016-2017:
- • Mock Trial Registration: $1,500 (students have to cover travel, hotel & meals)
- Robotics Club supplies: $1,000
- BSU Traveling Observatory: $175 (X2 - only 1 program has run)
- Wall Street Journal Subscription (Honors English) - $500
- Credit for Life Fair: $2,000 (approx. final budget not complete - grant funded w/PET as fiduciary)
- Show Choir – Song licensing and competition fees -$1,352
Grants/Awards 2015-2016:
- Wall Street Journal Subscription: $482
- 3D Printer (partial): $620 (balance funded by another grant)
- Best Buddies Team Training: $584
- Mock Trial Registrations: $1,050 (students have to cover travel, hotel and meals)
- 30 Chrome Books (purchased December 2015): $9,479.40
- 40 Chrome Books (purchased June 2016): $12,616
