The Community Foundation is pleased to share these crowdfunding opportunities which will better the future of Door County’s youth by providing items to local teachers that are not covered by the school districts.
Coding Software for 2nd Graders
Coding Python software for 2nd graders at Sawyer Elementary. “We feel the need to offer a coding…
Coding Software for 2nd Graders
Coding Python software for 2nd graders at Sawyer Elementary.
“We feel the need to offer a coding unit to the elementary students based on what the job market was telling us as well and college careers that were available,” said Jenny Smith, STEAM teacher at Sawyer Elementary School. If the fundraising goal is met, Ms. Smith will purchase Coding Python, an award-winning coding for beginners course that includes 40+ hours of interactive lessons. Each software package costs $49 with a need for 16 packages totaling $784.
STEAM Supplies for Elementary School
Misc. Supplies to Create a STEAM lab at Washington Island Elementary School "It’s an integrated approach to…
STEAM Supplies for Elementary School
Misc. Supplies to Create a STEAM lab at Washington Island Elementary School
“It’s an integrated approach to learning that encourages students to think more broadly about real-world problems,” Erinn Wilson, Washington Island Elementary School Principal said about STEAM. “It is important that Washington Island School District curriculum evolves with the rest of the county, state, and country.” Dr. Wilson will use the funds raised for a variety of supplies that can be used for experiments and art projects, as well as storage containers for the supplies.
Middle School Mathletes Transportation
Van Rental for Middle School Math Team State Competition "We are extremely proud that our middle school…
Middle School Mathletes Transportation
Van Rental for Middle School Math Team State Competition
“We are extremely proud that our middle school team has qualified for state,” said John Jackson, Southern Door math team coach. “With 4 competing team members, 2 alternates, our assistant coach and myself, we are not able to fit into the school’s suburban.” The cost for a van rental from a local shop is $131.
5 Gallon Buckets for 4K Rhythm Lessons
100 five gallon buckets to be used as drums for the 4K music class at Gibraltar. "We…
5 Gallon Buckets for 4K Rhythm Lessons
100 five gallon buckets to be used as drums for the 4K music class at Gibraltar.
“We are fortunate enough to have ample drumsticks for the 4K classes, but are currently taking turns on the snare drums,” said Steve Johnson, 4K/Kindergarten music teacher at Gibraltar Elementary Schools. “Purchase of these buckets would allow us all to practice rhythm simultaneously and perform at our Spring concert.” If the fundraising goal is met, Mr. Johnson will purchase 100 five gallon buckets from a local hardware store. Mr. Johnson hopes to collaborate with the school’s art department so each child can decorate their drum. The buckets retail at $3.25. Purchasing 100 buckets will allow each child to be responsible for decorating for their own drum.
Preschool Outdoor Learning Environment
Outdoor Classroom for Preschool “Learning occurs both indoors and out. Outdoor learning environments offer preschoolers opportunities to…
Preschool Outdoor Learning Environment
Outdoor Classroom for Preschool
“Learning occurs both indoors and out. Outdoor learning environments offer preschoolers opportunities to explore and learn,” said Jessica Full, Executive Director of the Barker Child Development Center. “here are many benefits to children and youth playing outside. Outside, children and youth can release energy, use loud voices, play vigorously, and engage in messy projects.” If the fundraising goal is met, Mrs. Full will purchase the supplies to enhance the current outdoor play area with an outdoor classroom. The PTO group has volunteered their time and equipment to put the area together once the supplies are purchased.
