EAST Initiative

Our Mission

To provide an environment that fosters relevant, individualized life-changing experiences through service and technology.

Application period now open for EAST grant funding.

Startup funding is available for more than 10 new EAST programs for the 2025-2026 school year.

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Creating a Film Legacy with EAST Alum Mary McDade

Mary McDade, an EAST alum from Nettleton High School, discovered her passion for film production during her time in EAST. Now, she's leading her own productions while working ...

Techsploration

TECHSPLORATION: Prepare Your PCs for the School Year!

Techsploration returns as Jourdan talks you through how to avoid common issues with PCs as EAST programs begin the school year.

EAST Podcast

Featured Project

Sight Words Tile Design and 3D Printing

In this innovative EAST project, students harnessed the power of technology to enhance literacy learning in their classrooms. Using SketchUp, a 3D modeling software, students ...