Sullivan Middle School Receives $10K Donation From Local Company

The funds will support STEAM education at the Worcester school.

Published on Feb. 5, 2026

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Dr. Arthur F. Sullivan Middle School in Worcester, Massachusetts has received a $10,000 donation from local power management solutions company Eaton. The donation, made in partnership with the nonprofit AdoptAClassroom.org, will go towards supporting science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) education at the school.

Why it matters

The donation will provide valuable resources to enhance teaching and learning in STEAM subjects at Sullivan Middle School, which serves a diverse student population in Worcester. Eaton's long history in the community and commitment to supporting local education initiatives demonstrates the company's dedication to strengthening the Worcester area.

The details

The $10,000 donation from Eaton will help fund classroom supplies and materials for STEAM education at Sullivan Middle School. Principal Kendra Cox expressed gratitude for Eaton's support, noting that the company also recently led a food drive to assist Worcester Public Schools families. Eaton, previously known as Wright Line LLC, has operated in Worcester for over 90 years before being acquired by the larger corporation in 2011.

  • Eaton donated the $10,000 to Sullivan Middle School in February 2026.
  • The Worcester School Committee will review and approve the donation at their next meeting on Thursday evening.

The players

Dr. Arthur F. Sullivan Middle School

A public middle school serving students in Worcester, Massachusetts.

Eaton

A local power management solutions company that has operated in Worcester for over 90 years, previously known as Wright Line LLC before being acquired in 2011.

Kendra Cox

The principal of Dr. Arthur F. Sullivan Middle School.

Aravind Melatur

The Eaton D-IT Worcester Plant Manager.

AdoptAClassroom.org

A nonprofit organization that enables donors to fund classroom supplies for PreK-12 teachers.

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What they’re saying

“On behalf of the Sullivan School Community, I would like to extend heartfelt thanks to Eaton for their generous contribution. Their support will directly benefit our students and STEAM teachers, helping to provide valuable resources to enhance teaching and learning in our classrooms.”

— Kendra Cox, Principal, Dr. Arthur F. Sullivan Middle School (Patch.com)

“Through the Adopt-A-Classroom program, we are grateful for the opportunity to give back by supporting Dr. Arthur F. Sullivan Middle School students and educators. We remain committed to strengthening our community and look forward to continued opportunities to make a meaningful impact.”

— Aravind Melatur, Eaton D-IT Worcester Plant Manager (Patch.com)

What’s next

The Worcester School Committee will review and approve Eaton's $10,000 donation to Sullivan Middle School at their next meeting on Thursday evening.

The takeaway

Eaton's generous donation to support STEAM education at Sullivan Middle School demonstrates the company's longstanding commitment to the Worcester community and its dedication to investing in the next generation of local students and educators.