Enerquip Administrative Specialist Shelly Matthias (left, center) stands with members of the Medford Area Senior High Science Olympiad team and their teacher and mentor, Mr. Bradley Paff (back, left), after Enerquip donated $500 to support the program through its Employee Match initiative.
Enerquip is proud to support local STEM education with a $500 donation to the Medford Area Senior High (MASH) Science Olympiad program. This contribution will help fund the team’s participation in competitions and provide valuable resources for student learning and development.
Science Olympiad is a nationally recognized program that challenges students through team-based competitions across a wide range of STEM subjects, including Life Science, Earth Science, Chemistry & Physics, Technology, and Scientific Inquiry. The program emphasizes collaboration, critical thinking, and hands-on problem-solving, giving students real-world experience in science and engineering.
“The MASH Science Olympiad team includes students with diverse interests and academic strengths,” says Mr. Bradley Paff, MASH Science Teacher and Science Olympiad Mentor. “These dedicated students spend countless hours preparing for events, developing leadership, teamwork, and analytical skills that serve them well beyond the classroom.”
The donation was made possible through Enerquip’s Employee Match Program. Administrative Specialist Shelly Matthias selected the MASH Science Olympiad team as the recipient of her matched contribution, combining her personal support with the company’s to make a greater impact.
“Programs like Science Olympiad help equip the next generation with the skills and confidence to pursue careers in STEM fields — and we’re honored to play a small part in that journey,” said Shanna Scheithauer, Director of Accounting & HR at Enerquip. “At Enerquip, we’re proud to stand behind our employees and the causes they care about.”
Enerquip’s Employee Match Program reflects this commitment by matching employee donations and volunteer hours 100%, up to $500 per employee each calendar year.
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