February 10, 2021
As the drone industry evolves, the benefits of drones for schools become apparent. For students, they provide an interesting and fun access point to education about all kinds of things, from weather patterns to programming. For the industry, putting drones in schools gets the next generation workforce interested in joining the field.
Getting drones into the hands of educators is a challenge – but only the first challenge in integrating drones successfully into STEAM education programs. Educators are working harder than ever now, and they need more than hardware and software to make a drone program work. In addition to drones and curriculum, educators need training, support, and a place to ask questions.
The 4th Annual Governor’s School Supply Drive is being extended to encourage more donations for supplies to support North Carolina students and teachers. Public health precautions have required the drive to go fully online with donations collected through the North Carolina Parent Teacher Association, a new partner for this year’s drive. Visit ncsupplies.ncpta.org to make a donation now through January 16. “Supporting students and schools in these challenging times takes just a few clicks and a few minutes,” Gov. Cooper said. “Kristin and I have made our personal contribution and we hope you can too.” “Our children are remarkably resourceful and resilient, but they need your support during this difficult time. North Carolina PTA is proud to partner on this effort to make sure our children have the necessary school supplies,” Harold Dixon, president of North Carolina PTA. “Let’s rally together to defeat COVID-19 and lift up our student