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Innovations in Education
Congratulations to the schools and universities receiving a 2009 HP Innovations in Education grant!
Recipient list now online…
See below for more information about the program in the US. Even though the application period is now closed, you can also read about the grants by downloading the 2009 Request for Proposals:
The 2009 HP Innovations in Education grants for secondary school districts in the US fund school districts to launch innovative pilot initiatives that support the administrators and teachers responsible for student success in math and science in middle schools and/or high schools. In the US, HP plans to award approximately 25 grants to public or qualified private school districts Each grant is valued at more than $270,000 in HP technology, cash, and professional development.
The 2009 HP Innovations in Education grants for colleges & universities are targeted at the administrators and key faculty responsible for undergraduate degree programs. In the US, the focus is on proposals from administrators and faculty who are enhancing degree programs in engineering, computer science, information systems, and information technology. HP is inviting proposals from eligible education institutions that are committed to exploring the innovations that are possible at the intersection of teaching, learning, and technology.
In the US, HP plans to award approximately 10 grants to public or qualified private colleges or universities. Each grant is valued at more than $240,000 in HP technology, cash, and professional development.
HP, employees, and retirees supporting local communities
As a global company, HP seeks to understand and address the most pressing challenges in the communities where our employees work and live. HP engages with select non-profit and non-governmental organizations to support key initiatives. In addition, each year thousands of HP employees donate money, time and expertise to support local communities through HP employee giving programs. Their efforts are complemented by caring and energetic HP retiree volunteers.