TEACHER INNOVATION GRANTS

Teacher Innovation Grants (T.I.G.s) aim to strengthen teachers' and staff's imaginative ideas and initiatives, fostering a more engaging learning environment for students. This funding opens doors to unique opportunities, enhancing and broadening learning experiences in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) subjects, Literacy, Social Studies, and beyond.

Every year, teachers from KSD schools apply for grants of up to $1,000 to support their teaching concepts. The Teacher Innovation Grants program brings these concepts to life in classrooms, benefiting students when alternative funding isn't available.

Over time, KSDEF grants have positively impacted KSD teachers, students, and parents by creating better learning environments, narrowing achievement gaps among students, and introducing new teaching technologies.

KSD Education Foundation is dedicated to ensuring that teachers possess the necessary resources and that all students graduate high school equipped for success. These projects play a pivotal role in sparking enthusiasm among young minds, surpassing the limitations that schools' budgets might impose.

ready to donate to the T.I.G.s fund? see below!

Interested in helping to grow the Teacher Innovation Grant program? Complete the form to the right to donate securely online.

Prefer to send in a check? We have that option too. Complete the form, and you will be guided through the process.

Thank you for your support!

2024-2025 teacher innovation grants

Congratulations to our 2024-25 Teacher Innovation Grants Recipients!

Sara Kimmel - Kearney Elementary School

Bradley Miller - Kearney High School

Andrea "Andie" Moon - Dogwood Elementary School

Caden Rardon - Kearney Elementary School

Amy Roberts - Dogwood Elementary

Kassidy Robertson - Kearney High School

Rebecca Shaheen - Southview Elementary School

Nanette Stout - Kearney Elementary School

Lindsey Zoz - Kearney Middle School

Click on the logo to come along with us as grant checks were personally delivered to many surprised teachers and staff in their classrooms by KSD Superintendent Dr. Emily Miller and KSD Education Foundation Board Chair Season Kerns, with their students cheering them on!

CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE TEACHER INNOVATION GRANTS VIDEO

TIG Awards in Action!

KSD Education Foundation is committed to enriching the education provided to all students by Kearney School District. The Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization supported by private donations.