Ayr school scores $19,000 for digital teaching tools

20 APRIL 2017: Ayr State Primary School is set to engage in some digital technology education with cutting edge tools as part of a nation-wide digital literacy program run by the Liberal National Government. The school will receive $19,065 through the Digital Literacy School Grants Program.This is about making sure our students get the support and skills they need for the future. Congratulations to Ayr State School, which has been selected from almost 1800 applications for this funding which goes to show the potential of their project.The Ayr State Primary School – Changing Futures Project focusses on obtaining cutting-edge teaching tools to engage students in digital technology, as well as providing professional development to staff to give them the confidence and ability to teach digital technologies. I’m looking forward to seeing how this project helps the Ayr State School build the digital skills of their students and sparks an interest in broader important fields like science, technology, engineering and mathematics.$4 million had been allocated to the program as part of the Liberal National Government’s $50.6 million commitment to help Australian teachers and students embrace the digital age. It is great to see local schools engaging with cutting edge technology and ensuring our students are well-equipped for the future. I encourage all schools that missed out on this round of funding to apply for the next round which opens in the middle of this year. We’re committed to ensuring that each student, no matter where they live in Australia, has a strong knowledge of STEM. I am delighted that schools right here in Ayr are being empowered to teach technology in a truly modern way, often applying what they are learning in the classroom to overcome challenges in the community.For more information visit: www.education.gov.au/digital-literacy-school-grants-dlsg