A May 2023 WEF grant has enabled Latin music instruments to be integrated into classrooms and events held at Bethesda Elementary School. Students have enjoyed learning how to play them and about their cultural importance. #WEFGrantsWorked
Taking learning outside, thanks to a WEF grant! A garden space has been constructed at Hillcrest Elementary School, and several classes have found ways to integrate the space into their lessons, activities and daily classroom schedules. #WEFGrantsWorkED
Thank you to our three AMAZING board members who completed their years of service with us last week! We are so appreciative of everything they have done to support WEF and we will miss them! Thank you for driving our mission of #StrongSchools #StongBusinesses #StrongCommunities
We were thrilled to present our story at the Waukesha Board of Education meeting last evening as the Bright Lights presenter! We shared our success, thanked our board of directors & partners. talked about our goals, and highlighted our $55,000 in classroom grants in 2024!
THERE ARE ONLY TWO WEEKS LEFT TO NOMINATE AN ORGANIZATION OR INDIVIDUAL FOR A 2024 WEF AWARD! Don't delay, time is almost up! Winners will be recognized at the Evening for Education on 3/18/25! #WEFAwards #2025 EFE
Decodable books enable students to work on phonics skills, an important literacy concept for young readers. Lowell Elementary School benefited from WEF grant funding and expanded the texts that were available for use during small group sessions. #WEFGrantsWorked
Be Nice....Give Twice! For every $50 donation to WEF made before 12/15, we'll donate a pair of winter gloves to youth in our community via the Christmas Clearing Council of Waukesha County. GIVE HERE: igfn.us/f/54uq/n or text WEF2024 to 41444 #GivingTuesday #StrongCommunities
A May 2023 WEF grant has been implemented at the district’s EB Shurts building, helping to make environmental education programming an opportunity for students of all abilities to partake in. We are proud to have had a part in making this happen! #WEFGrantsWorked
Middle school students across the district are strengthening their literacy skills by using resources & completing activities that a May 2023 WEF grant provided. Several experiences have fostered an increased interest in reading and furthered skill development. #WEFGrantsWorked
Make Your List, Check it Twice! For every $50 direct donation to WEF, we will donate a pair of winter gloves to youth in our community via the Christmas Clearing Council of Waukesha County. GIVE HERE: igfn.us/f/54uq/n or text WEF2024 to 41444 #StrongCommunities
Amber was the first eAchieve teacher to receive a WEF grant! We are thrilled to have supported the implementation of a real-world simulation program that students completed to learn about financial literacy skills that will be helpful for their future. #WEFGrantsWorked
Be Nice....Give Twice! For every $50 direct donation to WEF, we will donate a pair of winter gloves to youth in our community via the Christmas Clearing Council of Waukesha County. GIVE HERE: igfn.us/f/54uq/n or text WEF2024 to 41444 #GivingTuesday #StrongCommunities
Students at the STEM Academy are learning how to fly drones & navigate obstacle courses because of a May 2023 WEF grant they were awarded. This hands-on experience has enabled students to develop several skills such as programming, problem solving and teamwork. #WEFGrantsWorkED
It's almost Giving Tuesday! Take some time to think about how you can make a difference in our community and then donate! You can wait until Tuesday, or give now. Visit igfn.us/f/54uq/n or text WEF2024 on 41444.
#GivingTuesday #StrongSchools #StrongCommunities
Esports has grown in popularity and there are teams across the country including at West High School where students compete by playing video games. The club was able to secure additional equipment because of a WEF grant and add in broadcasting capabilities. #WEFGrantsWorked
We are grateful for our staff & our Board of Directors. Thank you for all you do! #WeekOfThanks #WEFGrantsWorkBecauseOurBoardWorksHarder
Students at the district’s high schools have learned about growing and harvesting fresh produce, how to plan seasonal menus based on in-season produce and more. This May 2023 grant has integrated agricultural education into several classes. #WEFGrantsWorkED
There's still time! Take advantage of this great offer and help your student finish the semester with confidence!
We are thankful for the leaders in our community! In fact, during this week of thanks, take the time to give some recognition! The nomination window for the 2024 Waukesha Education Foundation (WEF) Awards is still open. WEF seeks nominations from our community to recognize individuals who have made significant impacts within the School District of Waukesha. Each year, we honor a Corporate Partner, a Community Partner and an individual to receive the Sally Jo Michalko Lifetime Excellence in Education Award. Information, nomination forms and a list of previous winners can be found online at http://sdwone.us/wefawards2024. The nomination deadline is December 31, 2024
#EFE2024 #WeekofThanks
Smile! A set of DSLR cameras were added to the art department at North High School thanks to a WEF grant. The cameras allow students to experiment with different settings and learn how professional photography equipment functions. #WEFGrantsWorkED
