I-66 EMP Makes Annual Donation to SPARK for Mobile STEM Lab Serving PWC Schools

Donation Strengthens Partnership Between 66 Express Operator and Prince William’s Educational Foundation

Manassas, Va. October 29, 2024– In a check presentation held last week, I-66 Express Mobility Partners (I-66 EMP) donated it’s largest amount to date to SPARK, the educational foundation for Prince William County Public Schools.

The $25,000 donation will be put toward the acquisition of a new mobile laboratory supporting STEM education in the county.

“SPARK stands for Supporting Partnerships and Resources for Kids, and we couldn’t be happier with our partnership with I-66 EMP,” said Dawn Davis, executive director of SPARK. “Over the years, they’ve proven to be an unwavering supporter of public education here in Prince William. We’re appreciative of this donation and we’re excited to see the benefits for all our students.”

I-66 EMP’s 2024 donation continues the company’s ongoing commitment to supporting STEM education initiatives in the local community. In 2023 I-66 EMP provided $23,000 to support the installation of new maker spaces at five Title I middle schools in Prince William County.

Previously, I-66 EMP has also served as the platinum sponsor of SPARK’s regional science and engineering fair. and earned SPARK’s Business Partner Award in 2020.

“Supporting public education in the region we serve has always been of paramount importance to our company,” said Nancy H. Smith, I-66 EMP’s director of corporate affairs. “And supporting STEM education is key to preparing students for a high-tech future. That’s why we’re pleased to work with SPARK to enhance STEM education in Prince William County.”

About SPARK:
SPARK, the Education Foundation for Prince William County Public Schools, stands for “Supporting Partnerships And Resources for Kids.” Working with community partners, SPARK facilitates a variety of programs to encourage kids to develop an interest in and a capacity for learning, including school supply drives, book bundles, and STEM-oriented field trips. More about SPARK is at www.PoweredBySPARK.org.

About the 66 Express Lanes Outside the Beltway:
Part of VDOT’s Transform 66 Outside the Beltway program, the 66 Express Lanes are a transformative 22.5-mile multi-modal mega-project featuring advanced dynamic-tolling systems to keep traffic flowing at all times. The lanes provide Northern Virginia commuters, businesses, and mass transit with a reliable option to move people, goods, and services throughout the I-66 corridor, allowing drivers to Sit Less, Live More. Visit www.Ride66Express.com to learn more, and keep up with the 66 Express Lanes on Facebook and Twitter.

About I-66 Express Mobility Partners:
I-66 Express Mobility Partners (EMP) is a consortium of leading infrastructure companies including Cintra, Meridiam, and APG. In public-private partnership (P3) with the VDOT, I-66 EMP is contracted to operate the 66 Express Lanes Outside the Beltway through 2066. Connect with I-66 EMP on LinkedIn.