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Students at Roswell’s Sidney Gutierrez School and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chaves & Lincoln Counties Roswell Garden Unit can explore science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) learning in new ways, thanks to Devon Energy and the Chase Foundation.
The school and Club each now have a dedicated Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation STEM center with new furniture and innovative tools such as 3D printers, Snap Circuits, Ozobots and Bee-Bots.
“We believe all children deserve the opportunity to explore their passions and learn about the paths available to them, especially in this ever-evolving technology-based world,” said Steve Salem, president & CEO of the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation. “The Ripken Foundation is proud to provide curriculum and teacher training to ensure students can get the most out of these new STEM tools.”
Sidney Gutierrez Principal Joe Andreis said the gift aligns with the school’s mission.
“Our school was named after astronaut Sidney Gutierrez, and we want our students to shoot for the stars,” he said. “Preparing them to understand and thrive in an increasingly technical world is of the utmost importance, and we couldn’t do it without amazing corporate neighbors like Devon and the Chase Foundation.”
Rick Lamb, chief operating officer of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chaves & Lincoln Counties also thanked community partners for investing in Roswell’s students.
“Our members don’t just need a place to go after school,” he said. “It is pivotal they have a place where they can explore their interests and discover their full potential. This STEM center is an important part of that mission.”
The Chase Foundation, Devon and the Ripken Foundation previously partnered to install STEM centers in Artesia, New Mexico.
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About Devon
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About the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation The Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation helps to strengthen America’s most underserved and distressed communities by supporting and advocating for children, building Youth Development Parks and STEM Centers, partnering with law enforcement and youth-service agencies, and addressing community needs through its national program initiatives. In 2021, the Ripken Foundation impacted over 1.2 million youth nationwide through its Youth Development Parks and youth development programs. Since 2009, the Ripken Foundation has 112 completed parks across the country in 26 states and Washington, D.C. In addition, since 2016, the Ripken Foundation has installed 259 STEM Centers in 19 states. For more information, visit www.RipkenFoundation.org. Follow @CalRipkenSrFdn on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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About the Chase Foundation The Chase Foundation was established in 2006 by members of the Chase Family to help serve educational needs in Southeastern New Mexico by investing in programs and scholarships for students to attend college.
Since our beginning the foundation has surpassed $28 million dollars in grants towards scholarships and other charitable organizations in Southeastern New Mexico. Throughout the years over 1700 students have been given the opportunity to attend a college of their choice in pursuing a degree. Currently the Chase Foundation is funding 320 students in the scholarship program with over 800 students already graduated with many returning to South Eastern New Mexico to begin their careers.
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Media Contact Micah Moore 405-229-0423 |
