John Stanoch, Quest president in Minnesota said the effective and smart way of using information technology is one way to help students in Minnesota succeed in their careers especially in their future career choices in college. In this way, the Qwest has been helping out and awards educators for this seemingly gargantuan task of promoting to students the many benefits for technology-prepared mindset of students. He said that to engage students during classroom instructions through technology learning process is worth commendable. This has been the dream of many schools worldwide to become competitive in information technology – whether in its online degree or offline education programs. For this grant project, the www.mnbp.com is now ready to accept application. In fact, the site revealed it is now ready to give application information for interested parties. The applications are also accepted until November 30. On April-May 2009 it was also reported during these months the presentation of all grants is scheduled.

The report also added that since the existence of Qwest Teachers and Technology Grant, it has already presented at least $150,000 to 25 educators in Minnesota having innovative and very creative plans for their students through the use of technology.

Charlie Weaver, MBP executive director said his group enjoyed the school visitations schedules and they are looking forward to review proposals for this year. Alice Seagren, commissioner for education in Minnesota has also revealed her commendation and appreciation to the worthwhile program and she also encouraged educators to take part and take advantage. The grant of this kind of project for educators pushing the use of technology in their classroom has been helping many students in Minnesota enjoy the good benefits of technology because their teachers are imparting them enough knowledge on the beauty of preparing students for the 21st century.