Foster Elementary 1000 Book Program
What HPS School do you work?
Foster
Name:
Kate Dewey
If you are a teacher, what grade level:
Is this application being submitted on the behalf of a group of teachers or administrators?
Yes
If yes, list their names:
Mrs Erin McGrath and Foster kindergarten & first grade teachers
Grant Description:
Erin McGrath started and productively ran the Foster 1000 Book Program for many years with the assistance of the kindergarten and first grade staff. Before the pandemic, the program was taken over by the PTO and has since fallen to the wayside. The PTO under the guidance of the Principal and Erin McGrath would like to restart the program for Fall 2023. Leadership of the program will reside back with the kindergarten and first grade staff under Erin McGrath’s authority. The PTO has consulted with Erin and Foster needs 100+ new bags and updated, more diverse books for the program. Additional supplies such as a reading room rug would be needed. HPS schools use a QR code program and Foster would like to adapt this and create a digital library for ease of use by families and teachers. Existing books are being recorded and reviewed and the program is in need of funds for multicultural and diverse books to add to the program. The bags have been destroyed by elements and over usage and 100+ replacement new bags will be purchased along with a reading room rug and additional supplies for program kick off. The goal is to bring back a beloved program for preschool and kindergarten children entering Foster.
How much funding are you seeking?
$3000
Would partial funding of this grant be possible?
Yes
Is there any other information you would like to provide HEF in consideration for this grant?
Please consider funding this program again. The entire Foster staff is beyond excited to have this program back, especially in the hands of the kindergarten and first grade teachers.
I have discussed this with my Principal or Administrator and he/she endorses this request:
Yes, I have secured endorsement from my Principal / Adminstrator
Additional supporting documentation:
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https://hinghameducation.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/10/Think-Kindness-overview.pdf
I agree to provide additional information if requested and make it available prior to grant review:
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I agree to share progress on this initiative and information on the impact of the funding with HEF as requested.
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