$50,000 IN INNOVATION GRANTS AVAILABLE TO SOUTHERN ORANGE COUNTY CLASSROOMS

Cox Communications (Cox) is now accepting applications for its Innovation in Education grants. Cox will provide a total of $50,000 in grants to Southern Orange County public, charter and private schools to help fund innovative programs for students in grades K-12.

“The Innovation in Education Program is part of Cox’s long-standing commitment to education,” said Kristen Camuglia, manager of Government Affairs. “By supporting innovation in the classroom, we can help prepare students for the future.”

Principals, administrators, and teachers at eligible schools are encouraged to submit an application for originative projects that provide creative, technology-based curriculum and enhance the traditional classroom experience by supporting one of the following areas:

• Skills Based Learning – Develops specific skills and behaviors based on real-life scenarios
• STEAM Learning – Science, Technology, Engineering, Art/Design, and Mathematics
• Digital Literacy – Develop skills necessary to navigate today’s online environment
• Cyber Citizenship (Internet Safety/Cyber-Bullying) – Education that encourages safe and healthy online behavior

Last year, Cox awarded $52,000 in grants to schools in Capistrano Unified School District, Irvine Unified School District, Laguna Beach Unified School District, Saddleback Valley Unified School District and Tustin Unified School District. Programs included robotics and engineering, 3D Replicator Desktop and iPads for Students with Disabilities.

The deadline to apply for an Innovation in Education grant is Friday, Oct. 9, 2015.

Guidelines and applications can be found atwww.cox-cares.org/innovation. Grants will be awarded to schools that are located within Cox Communications’ Orange County service area.

About Cox Communications

Cox Communications is a broadband communications and entertainment company, providing advanced digital video, Internet, telephone and home security and automation services over its own nationwide IP network. The third-largest U.S. cable TV company, Cox serves approximately 6 million residences and businesses. Cox Business is a facilities-based provider of voice, video and data solutions for commercial customers, and Cox Media is a full-service provider of national and local cable spot and digital media advertising. Cox is known for its pioneering efforts in cable telephone and commercial services, industry-leading customer care and its outstanding workplaces. For eight years, Cox has been recognized as the top operator for women by Women in Cable Telecommunications; Cox has ranked among DiversityInc’s Top 50 Companies for Diversity 10 times, including the last nine years. More information about Cox Communications, a wholly owned subsidiary of Cox Enterprises, is available at www.cox.com and www.coxmedia.com.