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

March 6, 2020March 6, 2020

“Uke Have a Friend in Me” funds the purchase of a class set of ukuleles and tuners to be used at both Bethel and Valley Crucis schools to develop musical literacy and student engagement.

Grant Spotlight Series

Watauga Education Foundation President, Dr. Don Presnell, presents grant to Emily Tkacik of Bethel and Valle Crucis Schools with Bethel Principal Brian Bettis

March 3, 2020March 3, 2020

“Lego WeDo – Student-Led Collaboration” funds purchased Lego Education sets for activities that will develop engagement and collaboration between middle school peer mentors and kindergarten students at Green Valley School.

Grant Spotlight Series

Donna Greene (right) and Tara Watson from Green Valley School receive Watauga Education Foundation grant award from WEF secretary, Wendy Jessen with Principal Gordan Prince

February 26, 2020February 26, 2020

“Sensory Centers, Calm Down Corners & Self Care for Watauga County After Schools” funds access to a new abundance of materials to help with emotional regulation and calm down skills for children in all 8 afterschool programs.

Grant Spotlight Series

Watauga Education Foundation grant recipient, Hayley Bayne of Watauga County Schools