Classroom Grants
Inspiring Creativity in Education
SEF works hard to improve the educational experience of Snohomish students. Since 1996, we’ve awarded more than $248,000 in classroom grants supporting arts, science, technology, reading and literacy programs. In February 2011, 38 Grants will be awarded to 66 teachers a total of $23,749. SEF grants have benefited every school in the district and touched the lives of thousands of students over the past 20+ years.
One such grant supported the Valley View Middle School “Day of the Arts” program. Professional writers, dancers, actors, painters, and musicians came to share their expertise and inspire students to explore their artistic talents. Students like “Sam”, who dreamed of writing novels, were able to explore the possibility of turning their passions into livelihoods.
Another grant awarded funding to the Snohomish Transition Center for special needs students to attend regular workout sessions at Team Fitness. This program helped them to build self-esteem and achieve their fitness goals. One student was so excited about the program that, in spite of his speech and language disability, he gave a PowerPoint presentation to the Snohomish School District Board explaining the program’s benefits. His newfound confidence inspired everyone.
See all 2011 SEF grants awarded.
