Santa Fe Trail Schools receive $324,000 grant

OVERBROOK (KSNT) – USD 434 has announced that it will be receiving an award from the Patterson Family Foundation to support the district’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs.

The district was awarded $324,000 that will be used to launch Charger Enterprises, a student-led business initiative, according to a press release from USD 434. The grant will give students the chance to operate school-based businesses.

Charger Enterprises will offer real-world experience in areas including:

• Agricultural fabrication through welding, construction and greenhouse sciences.
• Entrepreneurship and business through a school coffee shop.
• Marketing and design through promotions, advertising and brand development.

“On behalf of our students, staff, and community—thank you, Patterson Family Foundation, for
helping make Charger Enterprises a reality.”
USD 434 press release excerpt.

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