STEM4ME Grants
Our STEM4ME grants encourage students and teachers to "think outside the box" to create real-world solutions to problems in areas such as renewable energy, ecology, robotics and sustainable food production. Recipients of STEM4ME grants are encouraged to work in small entrepreneurial teams, combining classroom knowledge with real-world experience. We strongly encourage programs that incorporate mentorship by experienced educators, close alignment with the needs of Maine businesses, and links to existing programs at Maine's colleges and universities.
Note: STEM4ME Grants are funded on a rolling basis. Applicants are expected to provide a clear and concise case for receiving funding.
"We need to do some out of the box thinking."
Additional Information
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Eligibility: Publicly funded high schools and academies
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Grant amount: up to $5,000
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Grant duration: up to 2 years
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Reporting: students are in charge of documenting and promoting their projects using web based tools such as Facebook, blogs and video
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Use of Funds: funds are used for equipment, supplies, and attending conferences; funds may not be used to subsidize existing curriculum and programs, or for teacher stipends
Examples of Previous Grants
BHCS Idea Center
Matt Jurich
Blue Hill Consolidated School
Blue Hill, Maine
Fablab/makerspace for PreK through 8th grade students.
The Houlton Mars Project
Bob Richardson and Katie Wright
Houlton Jr./Sr. High School
Houlton, Maine
Students use NASA information and Lego robotics to learn about Mars.
Sustainable Food Production
Caleb McNaughton
Buckfield Jr/Sr High School
Buckfield, Maine
Students use maple trees on school campus to produce maple syrup.
KHS Smart Greenhouse
Alan Carp
Kennebunk High School
Kennebunk, Maine
Pre-engineering students develop automation solutions.
Greenhouse Management
Julie Wilcott and Jack McLeod
Foxcroft Academy
Dover-Foxcroft, Maine
Students design, utilize and maintain a high tunnel hoophouse.
Guitar Building Class
David Parker and Chad McCormack
Noble High School
North Berwick, Maine
Students learn and apply STEM concepts by building electric guitars.