Since 2002, the Lewiston Education Fund has allocated up to $20,000 per year toward supplemental grants to teachers in the Lewiston Public Schools.
Projects are chosen based on content, level of student impact and potential for independent sustainability. Past grants have promoted cultural awareness, supported reading as lifestyle and encouraged physical fitness and civic participation.
The Grant process is designed to create opportunities for teachers to add depth and diversity to their year-round curricula. To date, the Lewiston Education Fund has awarded over $145,000 in grants.
The Grant Process
A grant committee reviews and considers all teacher grant applications. Available funds are awarded annually. Innovative teaching and learning projects, enrichment activities, and curriculum enhancement are all taken into consideration when awarding grants.
The grant cycle for 2011 has now concluded. We will begin accepting grant applications for our next award cycle in January 2012 and applications will be due April 1, 2012. Awards will be announced in the spring.
For an example of a successful grant application see the Quizdom Grant Application (PDF).
