KNOXVILLE, TN-May 15th is the deadline to apply for TVA’s Robotics Awards Program. TVA and Bicentennial Volunteers Inc., a TVA retiree organization, are investing in our youth by offering a total of $400,000 in awards to enhance existing programs or assist schools and qualifying non-profit organizations who are beginning new ones. Similar to the TVA STEM Awards program, K-12 public or private school teachers and nonprofit organizations serving youth ages 5-18 can apply here by May 15 for up to $5,000 to purchase robotics kits, tools, materials, pay entry fees for competitions, and begin a new robotics program. Applicants must be in the TVA service area and receive electricity from a local power company served by TVA.
Similar to the TVA STEM Awards program, teachers and robotics team sponsors in public or private schools, grades K-12, can now apply for an award up to $5,000. Nonprofit organizations serving youth ages 5-18 may also apply. Applicants must be in the TVA service area and receive electricity from a local power company served by TVA. A total of $400,000 will be awarded this year to successful applicants. The funds can be used to purchase robotics kits, tools and materials, and to pay entry fees for competitions. The award can also be used to begin a robotics program.
“TVA has long supported educators and students with STEM awards and this robotics awards program is another step in helping our region’s young people access tools that can help them be successful after graduation,” said Jeff Lyash, TVA president and chief executive officer. “Supporting youth is part of our mission of service in the Tennessee Valley region and this program will support those who are educating students in a field that will continue to grow.”
“At BVI, we are privileged to make life better for the people of the Valley region through initiatives like the robotics programs,” said Kathy Black, president of BVI. “We are investing in the education of our future workforce—helping to build a pipeline of skilled professionals for TVA and other businesses in the region.”
Robotics fosters creativity, problem-solving and teamwork – skills that are essential for success in the workforce of tomorrow. By introducing students to robotics at an early age, educators are helping students develop critical thinking skills vital to future employment opportunities.
Media Release/Clarissa McClain/Senior Strategic Communicator | South Region TVA
