Monday, October 30, 2006

Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM) Project Granting Vehicle

DaimlerChrysler, science center offer tech education awards: The DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund and the Detroit Science Center announced that the "Closing the Technology Gap" educational awards will return for a second year and applications can be submitted immediately.

The program, which honors teachers who have challenged and stimulated students in the areas of science, technology, engineering and math, will award a total of $87,000 to Michigan public schools.

The program aims to increase student interest and participation in the sciences and ultimately provide companies such as Chrysler Group with a viable, technology oriented work force in the future.

Michigan public school teachers who teach STEM courses are invited to submit an application via mail to the Detroit Science Center or the Web site www.chryslerteacherawards.com by Dec. 31.

Winners will be announced in May.

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