On Monday, May 13th, 2024, Marc Abatiell of Consolidated Communications presented a $5000 check from the Consolidated Connects Grant to WMRHS Teacher Frank Lombardi and his Geospatial Technologies students.
"Thrilled and immensely grateful, Frank Lombardi, high school teacher at The White Mountains Regional High School, extends heartfelt thanks to Consolidated Communications for their generous grant. This pivotal support enables the integration of cutting-edge drones into our Geospatial Technologies Program. With this innovative addition, students are poised to embark on an exhilarating journey of exploration and discovery. Through hands-on experience in drone operation, data analysis, and mapping techniques, they'll forge a pathway to dynamic careers in geospatial technology and beyond. This collaboration exemplifies the power of industry partnerships in revolutionizing education and shaping the future workforce."