LITTLE RIVER, Kan., May 20, 2025 — NextEra Energy Resources, one of America’s largest energy infrastructure developers, has awarded a $50,000 Classroom Makeover Grant to Kansas Unified School District 444 Little River-Windom through its charitable arm, the NextEra Energy Foundation. This grant underscores NextEra Energy Resources’ decades-long commitment to the communities we serve in Kansas, as well as our dedication to advancing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education within these local communities.
The STEM Classroom Makeover Grant provides transformational learning opportunities by improving infrastructure, technology, and resources such as software, equipment, and teacher training. The grant aims to enhance STEM curriculum and increase student exposure to STEM education and careers.
Kansas USD #444 Little River-Windom will utilize the funds awarded to increase STEM opportunities for USD 444 Little River-Windom students. The district seeks to increase engagement and improve academic performance for 240 students.
“We are grateful to receive this classroom makeover grant, which will greatly enhance our STEM programs,” said Brent Garrison, superintendent of schools, USD 444 Little River-Windom. “This grant offers vital resources for our students to explore and excel in science, technology, engineering, and math. At USD, we are committed to fostering a love of learning and equipping students with the skills needed to thrive in a fast-paced world. “
“Investing in education is one of the most meaningful ways we can support our communities,” said Madisen Scotese, lead project manager of renewable energy development at NextEra Energy Resources. “We are proud to help advance the district’s mission of nurturing lifelong learners and empowering students to achieve their full potential through enriched STEM education. Congratulations to the students and educators at USD 444 Little River-Windom!”
This grant is part of the STEM Classroom Makeover Grant initiative, which aims to bring advanced educational resources to underserved schools. Last year, 10 schools benefited from similar grants, emphasizing the importance of supporting STEM education across the nation.
About NextEra Energy Resources
NextEra Energy Resources, LLC (together with its affiliated entities, “NextEra Energy Resources”) is advancing America’s energy future with the largest and most diverse portfolio of power generation and infrastructure solutions. NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale generators of electric power in the U.S., leveraging all forms of energy across renewables, storage, natural gas, nuclear and other critical energy infrastructure, with approximately 33,410 megawatts of total net generating capacity. The business operates safe, reliable nuclear power generation facilities in New Hampshire and Wisconsin as part of the NextEra Energy nuclear fleet. NextEra Energy Resources offers a wide range of integrated solutions to help utilities and businesses across the country meet their energy needs when and where they need it. NextEra Energy Resources, LLC is a subsidiary of Juno Beach, Florida-based NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NEE). For more information, visit: www.NextEraEnergyResources.com.
