Rep. Meghan Lukens last week presented the Walking Mountain Science Center with a Colorado Science, Technology, Engineering, Math Pipeline Grant at Red Sandstone Elementary in Vail. The grant, supported by We Work For Health, aims to boost student access to science and technology across Colorado.
“How exciting is it to present a Colorado STEM pipeline grant to the Walking Mountain Science Center — congratulations to all,” said Lukens (D-Steamboat Springs). “I’m thrilled the Walking Mountain Science Center will soon have more resources to boost environmental science in the classroom — further encouraging our students to explore their passions for STEM education. Recent laws we passed will help drive more funding to rural and underserved school districts and support our students in achieving their dreams. Together, we’re building a stronger educational foundation for students in Vail Valley and beyond.”
At the state house, Lukens supported HB24-1446, a bipartisan law to boost science instruction and performance in K-12 schools. She also supported education legislation including HB24-1448, the new public school finance formula, and SB24-188, the 2024 School Finance Act, which eliminates the budget stabilization factor (BSF).
In addition to HB24-1448 and SB24-188, Lukens was the prime sponsor of education legislation to bring more school psychologists to Colorado and establish an Educator Safety Task Force.
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