Grant Examples | Educational Foundation of Watertown, WI

Teacher Grant Examples

$4,000 for Playground Communication Boards
We’re proud to have funded Playground Communication Boards for every WUSD elementary school playground and the Riverside Middle School gym. These boards have made a huge difference for nonverbal and minimally verbal students, allowing them to communicate with independence and confidence. Since tablets and laptops aren’t practical on the playground, these large, symbol-based boards foster both inclusion and independence, making playtime more accessible to all.

$910 for Music Resources Across WUSD Elementary Schools
Thanks to our grant of $910, WUSD elementary schools have been able to expand their music programs, bringing innovative and exciting lessons to students throughout the district. Music education plays a key role in students' social, emotional, and musical development, and this funding helped ensure equal access to engaging music education for all.

$500 for Math and Science Manipulatives at Calvary Baptist Christian School
With the support of a $500 grant, Calvary Baptist Christian School was able to provide students with new math and science manipulatives. These hands-on tools allowed students to engage with subjects in a more interactive way, increasing both participation and understanding in these important areas of study.

$500 for Flex Space Seating and Books at Trinity-St. Luke’s Lutheran School
Our $500 grant to Trinity-St. Luke’s helped create a flexible and comfortable learning environment in the third-grade classroom, with new seating options and a variety of exciting books. By giving students the ability to choose where and how they read, we helped inspire a love for reading and learning.

$350 for Phonics Lessons and Manipulatives at Webster Elementary School
Webster Elementary received $350 to fund additional phonics lessons and manipulatives, supporting young readers in building critical decoding skills. These resources freed up students' mental energy for comprehension, helping them become more confident, successful readers.

$500 for STEM and Sensory Bins at Douglas Elementary School
Through our $500 grant, kindergarten students at Douglas Elementary School were introduced to the wonders of science through hands-on STEM and sensory bins. These resources sparked curiosity and helped instill a love for science from an early age.

$500 for New Novels at Luther Preparatory School
Thanks to a $500 grant, Luther Preparatory students were able to replace old, worn-out novels with fresh new books, enhancing their daily learning experience. These updated novels have made literature more engaging and enjoyable for the students.

$1,000 for Agriculture Education at Riverside Middle School
We provided $1,000 to repair and rehabilitate the outdoor spaces used for agriculture education at Riverside Middle School. These revitalized spaces allowed students to participate in project-based learning, connecting them with the environment and encouraging them to become responsible stewards of the land.

$1,000 for Ukuleles at St. John’s Lutheran School
With a $1,000 grant, the music program at St. John’s Lutheran School was able to introduce ukuleles to its students. This hands-on learning experience gave students the opportunity to develop a love for music and a strong foundation in playing a beginner instrument.

$1,000 for Advanced Learning Library at WUSD
The Watertown Unified School District received $1,000 to create an Advanced Learning Library, providing gifted and advanced learners with access to non-fiction literature and social-emotional games. These resources have been invaluable in helping students navigate the unique challenges they face.