Watauga Education Foundation – Page 3 – supporting educators to inspire and enhance student success

December 12, 2019December 12, 2019

“Valle Crucis School Barn Quilt Project” funds student-designed/created barn quilt to be hung on school, then transferred to new school building, and, ultimately, added to Watauga County Barn Quilt Trail, further linking school with local community.

Grant Spotlight Series

Cynthia Carlson, Watauga Education Foundation board member delivers grant award to Erin Thompson (right) of Valle Crucis School.

December 5, 2019December 5, 2019

“Appalachian Art Revival” will provide looms and weaving supplies with grant funds. This project will introduce students to local culture and crafts in order to connect to traditions of the past.

Grant Spotlight Series

Genal West of Watauga High School receives grant award from Laura Newmark, Watauga Education Foundation Treasurer.

December 2, 2019December 2, 2019

“Learn Local: Capturing the Beauty of Local Trout Species” connects curriculum across disciplines while creating a connection to this area and to self-expression through the arts.

Grant Spotlight Series

Ashley Tate (left) of Green Valley and Mabel Schools receives grant award from Watauga Education Foundation board member Wendy Jessen with Green Valley Principal Gordon Prince.