BRIDGTON — The Maine 4-H Foundation has received a $15,000 donation to the support youth from AT&T in Maine. The funds will support science, engineering and technology education for children aged 5-18.
The University of Maine Cooperative Extension delivers a vast number of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math)-based 4-H educational programs for youth with both a hands-on and a remote element. The foundation raises support in partnership with 4-H youth development programs, according to a news release from Susan Jennings with with the foundation.
The foundation, which owns the Magic Lantern Innovation Lab and Learning Center in Bridgton, delivers educational programs to youth in the Bridgton region. Many of the programs include technology and online programming. Programs being offered in the winter and spring include air rockets, robotics engineering, literacy, the visual and performing arts, and digital film.
Sarah Sparks, one of the leaders among 4-H professionals presenting educational opportunities, said this equipment makes many programs available to young people who would not otherwise be able to take part and learn.
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