Blackstone Valley Tech Receives $73K Grant to Support STEM Learning

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Wednesday, February 26, 2020

GoLocalWorcester News Team

Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical (BVT) High School received a $73,699 grant from the One8 Foundation to offer a new expanded academic program in biomedical science from Project Lead the Way (PLTW).

“It is an honor to be one of 82 schools across the Commonwealth to receive the grant. With an educational philosophy that centers on embracing new learning models and creating a project-based curriculum that engages and empowers our students, we are excited to expand our curriculum to include biomedical science,” said Vocational Director Dr. Matthew Connors.

BVT will use grant funds to start their PLTW Biomedical Science program.

“Working with the same equipment and tools used by industry professionals, PLTW Biomedical Science students have the opportunity to engage in compelling activities and work together to find solutions to some of today’s most pressing medical challenges,” added Connors.

Funds from the grant will also support teacher professional development and the purchase of materials and equipment for use in the hands-on applied learning courses.

About Project Lead the Way

In 2008, BVT found a perfect partnership with PLTW, a nonprofit organization that provides transformative learning experiences for students and teachers by empowering them to develop in-demand, transportable knowledge and skills through computer science and engineering pathways.

The partnership has created new learning opportunities, brought accolades to the school, and now the opportunity to expand programs to include biomedical science that will serve those students aligning with the Health Services pathway.

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