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Toyota USA Foundation's Driving Possibilities expands across the country: Michigan

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Building upon West Dallas as the model, Toyota USA Foundation’s ‘Driving Possibilities’ expands across the country, opening career pathways for students

At Toyota, we believe in empowering the next generation. The Toyota USA Foundation’s ‘Driving Possibilities’ initiative aligns with our mission to create pathways for success and inspire young minds to dream big. The initiative, funded in part by Toyota Motor North America and Toyota Financial Services, began with a vision to make a real difference, and it all started in West Dallas – which served as a model for Driving Possibilities as it expands across the country.

Driving Possibilities looks unique in each community. One thing remains constant: we partner and listen to our communities. We work together to address needs and collaborate for tailored solutions.

By helping address key challenges in STEM education, from language barriers to access to resources, providing translation assistance and hands-on learning experiences, we want to ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed.

Some ways Driving Possibilities is unique in Michigan:

Toyota USA Foundation’s Driving Possibilities initiative in Michigan is a strategic effort to bolster Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM), Career Technical Education (CTE), and transportation needs through a collaboration effort with Eastern Michigan University's College of Education with Lincoln Consolidated Schools, Ypsilanti Community Schools and Washtenaw Intermediate School District.

Its primary focus is on creating enriching, hands-on learning experiences in STEM for students and providing essential support services for both students and their families.

Key components of this initiative include:

  • The establishment of a new STEM Institute which aims to serve as a central hub for STEM resources. This institute will not only enhance classroom curriculum but provide vital industry exposure.
  • Supporting professional development for teachers.
  • Transportation study resulting in the funding of 6 Sienna minivans to transport students to STEM and career-related activities. Additionally, Toyota Financial Services (TFS) funded warranty extensions for all of these minivans.