Posts Tagged ‘NEWS’
Franklin Center for Innovation Interview | Around 10 | 1.29.2021
When the Maker Puts Down the Soldering Iron and Picks Up WordPress Again
There’s a familiar hum that fills the workshop late at night: the whirr of a CNC spindle, the quiet beep of a 3D printer cooling down, or the rhythmic tapping of a keyboard assembling G-code. For years, that’s been Jason “digi” Allen’s world. But every maker knows: you keep learning, or you rust. Recently, Jason…
Read MoreLooking for Your Stories
Want to See Your Story on the Drone Flight School Blog? Have you ever done something cool with drones? Learned a lesson the hard way? Built something unexpected, or used a drone in a unique way to solve a problem? We want to hear from you — because the best content comes from real experience.…
Read MoreDrone Legends review: A full-service STEM drone program for K–12 students
July 2, 2025 Sally French 0 Reviews, As drones have moved from fringe hobbyist gear to mainstream technology, they’ve taken off in schools, too. What once was an extracurricular curiosity is now a core part of STEM education in classrooms across the U.S. And into this space steps Drone Legends, a full-service platform promising to bring aerial robotics to…
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‘Accidental learning’: Students soar to new heights with the Drone Flight School Aug 1, 2025 | Features | 0 By Staff Reporter By Daksha Pillai Ballet recitals, soccer practices, piano lessons — when brainstorming potential extracurriculars for their children, these are the staples that most parents turn to. However, one organization in Frankfort is trying to take after school…
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Franklin Center’s drone program empowers students to soar BY Sabriel Metcalf Kentucky PUBLISHED 5:00 AM ET Nov. 01, 2024 FRANKFORT, Ky. — Young people are soaring through the skies with cutting-edge technology at the Franklin Center for Innovation, where they can work on the requirements to become a certified drone pilot. What You Need To Know An innovative program…
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The Franklin Center for Innovation’s Drone Flight School was recently featured on KET, highlighting its role in advancing drone education and workforce development. The segment showcased how the program equips students with essential skills in drone piloting, safety protocols, and industry applications. With a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, the school provides training that prepares students…
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