WACO, TX – The Education Service Center Region 12 Technology Foundation surprised ten Region 12 educators with $83,400 in grant funds during the weeks of March 17 and March 24. These grant funds will support education technology projects that are expected to impact 5,582 students in ten school districts. 

“These grants are more than just funding—they’re investments in innovation, creativity, and hands-on learning for our students,” said Kenny Berry, Executive Director of ESC Region 12. “By equipping classrooms with cutting-edge technology, we are empowering educators to inspire the next generation of problem-solvers and critical thinkers.”

Belton ISD received $14,052.00 to purchase DroneBlocks’ autonomous drone kits to equip elementary students with essential coding, STEM and digital literacy skills. 

China Spring ISD’s Elementary School received $1,838.10 to purchase a Glowforge Aura 3D Printer that will allow students to bring creative designs to life and foster problem-solving and engagement.

Cranfills Gap ISD received $6,867.32 to purchase a camera and video equipment for 5th-grade students to enhance their weekly news show that covers local and national news.

Iredell ISD received $7,110.00 to purchase a camera and video equipment for students to produce a weekly newscast that will enhance ELAR curriculum and foster media skills.

Lorena ISD’s Primary School received $15,000.00 to purchase a QTRobot to integrate robotics into the classroom and provide students with hands-on learning and collaboration opportunities.

Mart ISD received $7,289.10 to purchase NEWYES Scan Reader Pens to give students with dyslexia an accessible tool to improve their reading independence and confidence.

Mildred ISD's High School received $8,830.00 to purchase video equipment to provide students with valuable multimedia skills through hands-on training in videography and video editing. 

Morgan ISD received $15,000.00 to purchase drones to enhance STEM education by giving middle and high school students hands-on robotics and coding experiences. 

Waco ISD’s Waco High School received $7,500.00 to purchase professional photography equipment to help students gain practical experience to boost their technical skills and creative confidence.

West ISD’s Elementary School received the 2025 Technology Foundation Special Grant Award. The campus received two Eyeclick Interactive Projectors (One BEAM Pro and one OBIE) to provide all students with immersive, hands-on learning experiences.

Including these grant awards, the ESC Region 12 Technology Foundation has awarded $778,205 to Region 12 schools and served 38,285 students in Central Texas.