18 Dec 3rd round of Technology & Innovation Grants Awarded
The District 51 Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of its 3rd Round of Technology and Innovation Grant Awards. A total of over $10,000 in grants was recently awarded from the D51 Foundation to 8 District 51 staff members. These grants are funded by a generous donation from Chevron.
According to Jessica McKinley, D51 Foundation grant recipient and teacher at Monument Ridge Elementary School, “Thank you to the D51 Foundation for this generous technology grant. Your support will strengthen early literacy in my kindergarten classroom and make a meaningful difference for students for years to come. I’m so grateful for the Foundation’s ongoing commitment to our teachers and students.” Ms. McKinley received grant funding for a Redcat System for Audio Amplification in her classroom.
Each year, the D51 Foundation uses proceeds from its White Iced Celebration and other fundraising efforts to fund specific needs in School District 51. This year, fundraising dollars will be used to purchase technology and innovation products for students, professional learning for staff, and provide resources for student and staff wellness.
“Thank you for supporting our LIFE program through this generous grant. The Aquos Board will significantly improve accessibility to our curriculum and give our students powerful new opportunities to connect, participate, and grow,” noted Megan LeVan, D51 Foundation grant recipient and teacher at Fruita Middle School. She received grant funds for an Aquos Board for her special education classroom.
“One of our three core funding priorities is Technology and Innovation. At the D51 Foundation, we recognize that up-to-date technology is essential to the academic growth and long-term success of our D51 students—it’s central to our mission. This work is made possible through the generosity of our donors and supporters,” said Tawni Kelley, President, D51 Foundation Board of Directors.