Record-breaking $18,000 in Impact Grants Awarded

Exciting developments are underway as a total of $18,415.15 was awarded to SDNB Educators through its Impact Grant program. These grants, designed to fuel innovation and enrich educational experiences, reflect EFNB's commitment to fostering excellence in education. Since the program began in 2021, it has awarded more than $50,000!

Congratulations to the 2024 Awardees!

Empowering Elementary Computer Science Education

Caroline Haebig & Jennifer Schlie-Reed’s project aims to bring the CODEHS Computer Science Curriculum to classrooms in all SDNB Elementary Schools. Computer Science empowers young learners with essential digital literacy skills to thrive in college, career, and life. EFNB is thrilled to award $5,000 to support the integration of computer science education in elementary schools.

Harmonizing Education Through Ukuleles

Christina Schilling, Ronald Reagan, Nick Winders, Orchard Lane, and Darien Hiller, Elmwood, are enhancing instrumental music instruction by introducing classroom sets of ukuleles for each school to enhance its curriculum. EFNB has awarded $3,924 to these music classrooms.

HVAC Trainers Transforming Learning Environments

Taylor Molitor, West, and Ben Bauer, Eisenhower, are bridging the gap between theoretical HVAC learning and its practical applications. Their curriculum promises to bring HVAC Training Boards into their Construction Classrooms ensuring students are not only equipped with theoretical knowledge but also adept at real-world HVAC challenges. EFNB has proudly awarded them $3,867.15

Stage Cubes: Building Theatrical Magic

Jennifer Coyle, representing Stars on Stage at Orchard Lane, is bringing theatrical magic to life with her project, Stage Cubes. These scenery pieces that resemble furniture such as tables, benches, and chairs, promise to enhance students’ theatrical productions. EFNB provided a grant of $2,100 to enrich the theatrical experiences for the Stars on Stage.

Math & Disposition Games: Fostering Holistic Development

Christopher Reed from Elmwood Elementary is curating a game library designed to develop both mathematical skills and positive dispositions toward community and learning. Recognizing the importance of holistic development, EFNB is thrilled to grant $1,838 to create an enriching game library.

InvenTables: Igniting Creativity Safely

Leah Schretenthaler, Megan Wierl, and Lisa Payne from Elmwood Elementary are championing safety and innovation in the makerspace with their project, InvenTables. By introducing the safest tools for children to cut cardboard and encouraging the utilization of diverse materials, they're fostering a culture of creativity and safety. EFNB has awarded $1,686 to further their impactful work.

To see our grants at work, check out the Community Impact Video HERE featuring Taylor Molitor, New Berlin West and the 2023 Construction Program Grant!