2023 Teacher Grants
The results are in and we couldn’t be more excited about the programs we’re supporting in our third grants cycle! The objective of the APSF grants program is to encourage new and innovative programs that will ultimately enhance the educational experience of a wide range of students. The total dollar amount funded through the APSF grant program is dependent on the available budget and grants submitted yearly. This year, we were encouraged by the dedication, collaboration, and innovation that was represented in each and every application that crossed our path. Learn More
At a Glance
Students Impacted: 1,892 annually
Dollars Awarded: $7555.46
Schools Impacted: 5
Grants Awarded: 5
The Recipients
2023 APSF TEACHER GRANT RECIPIENT
School Specials' Calm Corners
This proposal aims to alleviate feelings of being overwhelmed, frustrated ,anxious, or sensitive to the world’s sensors that many students experience at some point during instruction through the creation of safe spaces for all Specials classes. These safe spaces, or Calm Corners, provide a place for students to retreat. Funding includes items such as circle rugs, pillows with arms, art liquid, sensory tiles, jelly drawing boards, mindful maze boards, mindful pup, poster packs/decor, sand art pictures, magnetic drawing boards, sequin pillows, sensory mats, and popits.
Amount Awarded
$1,470.60
School
Middle Creek Elementary School
Applicants
Lisbeth Fillard
Kiersten Sledge
Julie Gentle
Trey Robinson
Kimberly Tu
Lori Volpe
TaKwanda Lawrence
2023 KAREN SINDERS MEMORIAL APSF TEACHER GRANT RECIPIENT
Family Math Night
This proposal presents a plan engaging nights of fun math activities for the entire Apex Elementary School community, which includes teachers, support staff, students and their families. Activities are designed to encourage an understanding of how numbers are represented, how they relate to each other, and how operations affect them is the foundation for understanding how our base ten number system works. Funding supports the purchase of “Math Nity Numbers Kits” and materials for activity stations.
Amount Awarded
$1,968.08
School
Apex Elementary School
Applicants
Jill Shea
2023 APSF TEACHER GRANT RECIPIENT
Flexible and Alternative Seating
This proposal provides access to strategic seating that can be used in various classroom locations to support sensory regulation and academic progress. Flexible seating allows students’ opportunity for movement of their sensory-regulation system while working on academic tasks that can lead to improved success in academic, emotional, and functional realms.
Amount Awarded
$767.20
School
Oakview Elementary School
Applicants
Ainsley Lee
Katie Tio
2023 KTL MCDONALD’S OF APEX APSF TEACHER GRANT RECIPIENT
Engineering Creativity Through Robotics
This project’s primary goal is to provide learning opportunities that foster important 21st century skills and increase student motivation and engagement in mathematics, science, and technology through the use of robots. The project begins with students programming robots, followed by an interactive activity involving math and science. Funding supports purchase of robots and coding program.
Amount Awarded
$2,347.58
School
Olive Chapel Elementary School
Applicants
Marcia Ferreira
2023 APSF TEACHER GRANT RECIPIENT
ECS Classroom Enrichment
This project will provide enrichment in STEM, Music, Music, and Arts for students in four ECS classrooms who do not currently have access to enrichment in these areas. The project is expected to increase student motivation and engagement through inclusion of STEM-related books, musical instruments, art materials, and other activities.
Amount Awarded
$1,002.00
School
Apex High School
Applicants
Mei Lu
Abigail Foster