The children of Marlise Rodriguez’s 3rd grade class don’t even realize that they are learning and building life skills when putting the Learning is Fun grant in action. With a small NEEF grant of $413, Mrs. Rodriguez purchased a variety of board games, some of which...
On a beautiful fall day at Wilderness Oak Elementary School, a group of 5th graders buzzed around the Peace Garden. Working together, they cleaned up the garden area by pulling weeds. Then they dug and planted drought-tolerant perennials and shrubs. “We’re having a...
Ann Karrer, the Principal of Stone Oak Elementary, awarded several students coins to get books from their new book vending machine that was purchased with a NEEF grant. The first 4th-grade student received a coin for creating a classroom library checkout system....
“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 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...
The Golden Spur Coin book vending machine was a grant that Steubing Ranch Elementary school’s librarian, Marie Arce applied for in 2021. “Our students are super excited about our machine because it meets the needs of all kids. There are both English books and Spanish...
