Livin’ Large in the Library at Royal Ridge

“There is more treasure in books than in all the pirate’s loot on Treasure Island.” – Walt Disney Royal Ridge Elementary School’s Librarian, Sunni Crumrine wanted to ensure that all students can treasure books and learn to love reading. That is why she applied...

Redland Oaks Discovery Lab

Redland Oaks was without a science lab until they received a grant from NEEF. Thanks to the grant, they have a hands-on lab that allows students to engage in various scientific experiences. “We’ve been able to hatch chicks.” Fifth-grade Science teacher, Angie...

Under the Sea

Instructional Coach, Fatima Vasquez, walks us through the “Under the Sea Classroom” program at NEISD’s Pre-K Academy. This outdoor learning area came to life with a 2021 NEEF Innovative Grant of $3,297.34. She points out that the outdoor learning...

Literacy and Wordcraft are Built One Book at a Time

Olmos Elementary School’s 5th Grade English and Language Arts teacher, Salina Rosales, uses her learning experience to nurture students’ love of reading. She does this through the Graphic Novels after-school club. Salina “Loves it because it is things like graphic...

Where Words Fail, Music Speaks. Hans Christian Andersen

The Soundscapes grant at Northwood Elementary School was the brainchild of Marcy Hildebrand, a 5th-grade teacher. After Covid, she observed that students had trouble communicating with one another. So, she wanted to provide a space “where students could make music...