WEF was delighted to award a grant in May 2023 to Colleen at the STEM Academy. She was able to bring financial literacy lessons to students, providing them with important information and things to think about as they make future decisions. #WEFGrantsWorkED
What do iPad pens and keyboards have in common? Both are being used by students because of a WEF grant that was awarded to teachers at Meadowbrook Elementary. These tools are helping students complete work accurately and enhance their typing skills. #WEFGrantsWorkED
It’s time for recess! Students at Prairie Elementary School have hula hoops, outdoor checkers, bean bag toss and more to play with during recess. This project, which has increased student engagement, was made possible thanks to a WEF grant. #WEFGrantsWorked
Happiest of Holidays from our WEF family to yours. May you spend the holidays surrounded by those you love and doing things that make you happy.
Sweet treats…customized! Students at South High School are able to create custom designs that are printed on edible sheets using a printer that was funded by a WEF grant. This has been a great way to expand the curriculum and provide a new learning experience. #WEFGrantsWorked
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
