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ECISD expands drone education program opportunities
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During the 2025-26 school year, Amazon invested ,000 in the Dee Howard Foundation, directly supporting East Central Independent School District (ISD) students through hands-on drone education and experiential learning. This investment is actively expanding the district’s Drone Classroom Program with equipment, industry-aligned curriculum, FAA Part 107 certification preparation, and professional development for educators. Students are building real-world skills in unmanned aerial systems, logistics, automation, and advanced air mobility through applied learning. They are also putting those skills into action through the Dee Howard Foundation Drone Competition and gaining real-world exposure through tours of Amazon’s fulfillment and drone delivery operations. This...