Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form<\/p>\n
Organization Name: Battle Creek Academy
\nLegal Name (if Different): General Conference of Seventh Day Adventist
\nAlso Known As:
\nMailing Address: 480 Parkway Dr
\nCity: Battle Creek
\nState: MI
\nPostal Code: 49017
\nMain Phone: 269-965-1278
\nMain Fax:
\nOrganization Website: https:\/\/www.battlecreekacademy.com\/
\nEmployer ID Number: 52-0643036
\nOrganization Tax Status: 501c3<\/p>\n
Proposal Information<\/p>\n
Today’s Date: 4\/14\/2025
\nRequested Amount: 10,000<\/p>\n
Project Title: Bridging the Future: STEM Initiative
\nProject Description:<\/p>\n
Battle Creek Academy (BCA) is launching the Bridging the Future: STEM Initiative, a transformative program aimed at expanding access to quality STEM education for students in grades K -12. As one of Michigan\u2019s top-ranked private schools and the flagship institution of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, BCA is positioned to address the growing demand for hands-on, future-focused learning. This initiative responds to a critical gap: Only 38% of students in the Battle Creek area currently have access to comprehensive STEM programming.
\nThis program will introduce hands-on, project-based STEM learning across all grade levels, anchored by the creation of a fully equipped maker space. The maker space will feature 3D printers, robotics kits, coding platforms, electronics stations, and collaborative work areas. These tools will support interdisciplinary projects that emphasize real-world problem-solving, creative thinking, and teamwork. Supported by a dedicated STEM coordinator, the program will foster multidisciplinary connections across subjects, embedding critical thinking, communication, and innovation into the daily learning process.
\nIn addition to enhancing academic outcomes, the initiative aims to counter the long-term impacts of learning loss in science and math. By providing early exposure to STEM, BCA will strengthen foundational skills and build pathways to high-demand careers in technology, engineering, and science\u2014fields projected to grow faster than most others in the coming decade. The program aligns with the school\u2019s mission to nurture spiritual, academic, physical, and social growth, preparing students not only for college and careers but for lives of service and leadership.
\nWith a commitment to training, updated technology infrastructure, and project-based learning, this initiative will position BCA students to thrive in a workforce where STEM skills are in high demand. This program is more than an academic upgrade\u2014it\u2019s a bold step toward empowering every student to imagine, create, and lead in an increasingly complex and technology-driven world.\n<\/p>\n
Total Project Budget: $131,727<\/p>\n
Other Funding
\nSources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Hermanski Foundation – $10,000 – Pending, Coypu Foundation – $20,000 – Pending, Dr Scholl Foundation – $10,000 – Pending, Lutz Foundation – $5,000 Committed, Battle Creek Academy Match – $55,000 Committed<\/p>\n
Project Duration: 12 Months
\nGeographical Area Served: Southern Michigan – Battle Creek
\nAge Group To Be Served: School-aged Children from Elementary through High School<\/p>\n
Contact Information<\/p>\n
Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs
\nContact First Name: Jean
\nContact Last Name: Andersen
\nContact Title: Acting Principal
\nContact Phone: 269-965-1278
\nContact Email: jandersen@battlecreekacademy.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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