Grants Awarded

Grants Awarded
Grants Awarded
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2025-2026
Macca Plumbing & Heating Grant: Bridging Computer Science and Creative Writing for Elementary Students with author Josh Funk
Jessica Tamaccio
Aiken
Language Arts
STEAM
2025-2026
Mr. and Mrs. David Dupee Grant: Putting Wonderbooks in Students Hands
Lindsey Mulready
Aiken
Language Arts
Social Studies
Social Emotional Learning
2025-2026
Jumping Into Fitness: Building Physical Literacy Through Jump Rope Education
Daniel Golden
Aiken
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
Social Emotional Learning
2025-2026
Our Community and a Study of Animals Around Us
Catherine Woods
Katy Lenehan
Marta Weidl
Aiken
Science
Social Studies
2025-2026
Crate & Barrel Grant: Building Thinking Classrooms
Tara Baker
Braeburn
Math
Social Emotional Learning
2025-2026
Nolin Selby Fund of the Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation Grant: Exploring the United States Regions and Beyond with Map Skills
Katherine Butler
Braeburn
Language Arts
Science
Social Studies
2025-2026
Geri Mandell Memorial Grant: The Magical World of Storytelling
Claudine Lavoie
Braeburn
Language Arts
Social Studies
Diversity/Equity
2025-2026
Heather Congdon Memorial Grant: Connecting Language Learning with Cultural Experiences-Yale Art Gallery Field Trip
Xin Tan
Weimei Yao (King Philip)
Bristow Middle School
King Philip Middle School
Sedgwick Middle School
Sedgwick Middle School, King Philip Middle School, Bristow Middle School
World Language
2025-2026
Hargreaves Family Grant: Won-Ldy Paye - African Artist and Storyteller In-Residence Experience
Patti Farquhar
Lindsay Jefferis
Kristen Pildis
Bugbee
Visual Arts
Music
Language Arts
Social Studies
Social Emotional Learning
Diversity/Equity
2025-2026
In Memory of Carol Robbin Grant: Making Connections through Music
Heather Schweiger
Bugbee
Diversity/Equity
Math
Music
Social Studies
World Language
2025-2026
Langsner Family Grant: Reading From A-Z
Jennifer Garelick
Shoshana Foster
Bugbee
Language Arts
2025-2026
NBMAA Museum Exploration and Studio Session
Elizabeth Bianco
Bugbee
Visual Arts
2025-2026
Mindfulness & Me Retreat
Suzanne Atwood
Valerie Hansen
Bugbee
Visual Arts
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
Social Emotional Learning
Diversity/Equity
2025-2026
Warren Family Foundation Grant: Play-Based Kindergarten, Block Design Teams
Rebecca Boyce
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Math
Social Studies
Social Emotional Learning
2025-2026
The Foxman Family Grant: Folktales Across the Globe-A Cultural Journey with Storyteller Len Cabral
Jill Thompson
Charter Oak
Diversity/Equity
Language Arts
Social Studies
Visual Arts
2025-2026
Bridging Instruction: Using Diverse Texts as Foundational Anchors for Equitable K-3 Learning
Jennifer Gold-Thomas
Jennifer Leander
Daniella Maaze
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Diversity/Equity
2025-2026
Amy and Judy Selzer Memorial Grant: Feel Your Best Self, Cultivating Emotional Resilience Through Puppet-Led Social-Emotional Learning in Kindergarten and 1st Grade Classrooms
Mary Nadeau
Charter Oak
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
Social Emotional Learning
2025-2026
Hawkins Family Grant: Crystal Maldonado Author Visit
Kelly Casey
Conard High School
Language Arts
Social Emotional Learning
2025-2026
Tracey M. Wilson Memorial Grant: The Institute For American Indian Studies
Mary Carlson
Conard High School
Visual Arts
Social Studies
Diversity/Equity
2025-2026
Weekly Inclusion and Socialization
Mary Ellen Wilkinson
Conard High School
Music
Social Emotional Learning
Other-Pupil Services
Theater
2025-2026
Goldbeck Family Grant: Chem for Kids
Nora McHugh
Cedric Wesley
Conard High School
STEAM
Science
2025-2026
Dr. Tracey Wilson Memorial Grant: Social Memory and the Wadsworth
Emily Genser
Kristen Rubin
Conard High School
Language Arts
Visual Arts
2025-2026
Comunidad en Accion, Building Connections Through Food and Art
Dana Martin
Conard High School
World Language
2025-2026
Mathlete Competition
Noah Mealy
Conard High School
Math
STEAM
2025-2026
First Grade Listening Library
Katie Lorraine-Mace
Duffy
Language Arts
2025-2026
Focus Wealth Partners Grant: Greek Mythology Comes to Life!
Rebecca Pauluk
Duffy
Language Arts
Social Studies
2025-2026
Jack Darcey Memorial Grant: Cultural Dance Journey
Michelle Nicklas
Bruno Koffi
Hall High School
Music
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
World Language
Social Emotional Learning
Diversity/Equity
2025-2026
Jerry Cogan Memorial Grant: Crystal Maldonado Author Visit
Monica Ahern
Jennifer Lanese
Hall High School
Language Arts
Social Emotional Learning
2025-2026
Singer Family Grant: Parades, Punches, and Professors: Expanding Chinese Learning Beyond the Classroom
Connie Xu
Hall High School
World Language
2025-2026
Tier II College Planning Support Program
Emmalee Stewart
Alexandra Harviel
Hall High School
Other-First-generation college students
2025-2026
Liquid Nitrogen Demonstrations
Johanna Foley
Hall High School
Science
2025-2026
Webersen Family Grant: Cacao Connections: Culture, Craft, and Conversation
Michelle Nicklas
David Simon
Hall High School
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
Science
World Language
Social Emotional Learning
Diversity/Equity
STEAM
Other-Business education
2025-2026
Cantor Family Grant: Precision Dynamics with Carts on Tracks-Engaging Physics Learners in Collision Analysis
Derek Palmisano
Norman Burtness
Hall High School
Science
2025-2026
Frankie and Bob Goldfarb Grant: Flamenco, art and passion
pilar del Cacho
Maria DiPoi
Hall High School
Diversity/Equity
Music
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
Social Emotional Learning
World Language
2025-2026
Greenspan Family Grant: Attending a performance of Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman" at Hartford Stage
Katy Blake
Hall High School
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2025-2026
James M. Ellis Memorial Grant: The Sky's the Limit: Building Future Meteorologists
Alison Lessard
King Philip Middle School
Science
STEAM
2025-2026
Greenspan Family Grant: From the Classroom to the Curtain: An Inclusive Broadway Experience
Jessica Kerelejza
King Philip Middle School
Language Arts
Diversity/Equity
2025-2026
From Chromebooks to Choice Books: Supporting Independent Reading Across a Grade Level
Jennifer Sansoucy
King Philip Middle School
Language Arts
Science
Social Studies
Social Emotional Learning
Diversity/Equity
2025-2026
Science Olympiad
Keela Parsons
King Philip Middle School
Science
STEAM
2025-2026
WHAT'S IN A GAME?
Christine Vannie
Morley
Math
Social Emotional Learning
2025-2026
Dr. Robert & Gladys Dunn Memorial Grant: The Wonder of Wonderbooks!
Brenda Smith
Morley
Language Arts
Social Emotional Learning
Social Studies
and ESOL students)
special ed students
2025-2026
Tresselt Family Grant: Code, Cook, and Create-Author Josh Funk's Interdisciplinary Literacy Experience
Brenda Smith
Morley
Language Arts
Technology
STEAM
2025-2026
Frank Webb Home Grant: CT Capitol History
Dawn Beckley
Laurie Perry (Morley)
Morley
Whiting Lane
Whiting Lane, Morley
Language Arts
Social Studies
2025-2026
Ruel Burns Feldman Kukucka & Britt, LLC Grant: Making Reading Accessible Through Assistive Technology
Kimberly Robinson
Norfeldt
Language Arts
2025-2026
Carol Robbin Memorial Grant: Music Therapy
Jenna Santangelo
Monica Dale
Norfeldt
Music
Other-Verbal and Non-verbal Communication
2025-2026
Greene Family Grant: Listen To Learn
Ellen Cercone
Norfeldt School
Language Arts
Diversity/Equity
Other (Reading comprehension and listening skills)
2025-2026
Active Futures: Community Fitness for Independence Empowering Young Adults to Lead Active, Independent Lives Beyond the Classroom
Anna Elfenbaum
Post-Secondary
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
2025-2026
Self Advocacy and Self Expression Through Music
Tyler Lisowski
Post-Secondary
Music
Social Emotional Learning
Other-Self Advocacy
2025-2026
Hatch The Chicken- Meiosis, Mitosis, and Levels of Organization
Clare Gonzalez
REACH
Science
Social Emotional Learning
2025-2026
Building relationships-Billiards for Emotional Wellness
Michael Davis
Jolene Piscetello
STRIVE
Social Emotional Learning
2025-2026
Kornbluh Family Grant: The Outsiders on Broadway-Bringing Literature to Life
Kyra Blair
Sedgwick Middle School
Visual Arts
Music
Language Arts
Diversity/Equity
2025-2026
Game On for Literacy: Strengthening Scarborough's Strands
Kristen Manning
Meghan Gaignard
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
Science
Social Studies
Social Emotional Learning
Diversity/Equity
Other (Skilled reading comprehension in all areas of learning)
2025-2026
Rotary Club of West Hartford Grant: iPads to Support English Language Learners (ELLs) in the Classroom
Lauren Masella
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
Diversity/Equity
2025-2026
Books for Every Brain: Building a Dyslexia-Friendly Collection
Shannon McNeice
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
Diversity/Equity
2025-2026
Anne and Jim Carroll Grant: Make It Real - Turning Student Ideas into Tangible Designs
Eric Davidow
Sedgwick Middle School
Visual Arts
Technology
Diversity/Equity
STEAM
2025-2026
JP Carroll Roofing Grant: Shake, Rattle, and Roll
Bethany Carbone
Elizabeth Grieco
Jackie Makarewicz
Smith
Science
Social Studies
Technology
2025-2026
West Hartford Chamber of Commerce Grant: Making Electrifying Art with Paper Circuits
Kathy Hardesty
Smith
Visual Arts
Science
Technology
2025-2026
Susan and Joseph Sappington, MD Grant: Mystic Seaport Sci/Ss Trip
Sarah Ayoub
Heather Barratt
Sharon Courneen
Smith
Language Arts
STEAM
Science
Social Studies
2025-2026
Big Math for Little People
Alison Foley
Angela Bottaro
Michelle Deegan
Sarah Novak
Smith
Math
2025-2026
Thomas and Cornelia Ford Memorial Grant: Collecting Data in Our Pollinator Garden
Sabrina Nyerick Lead Applicant & Jennifer Russell
Jessica Matthews
Smith
Science
Technology
STEAM
2025-2026
Jeffrey A. Palmer Memorial Grant: The Science of Music
Courtney Stangle
Becky Saraceno
Smith
Music
Science
STEAM
2025-2026
John Kozak Memorial Grant: Nature, Animals, and More, Let's Go on a Tour!
Carolyn Mercer
Webster Hill
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
Social Emotional Learning
2025-2026
Goldbeck Family Grant: Early Childhood Language, Literacy and Storytelling through Music Therapy
Randi Leopold
Webster Hill
Music
Language Arts
Social Emotional Learning
Diversity/Equity
Other (Literacy
Language and storytelling)
2025-2026
Lexham West Hartford Grant: Engaging Every Learner, Hands-On Math Centers for Thinking Classrooms
Elysha Green
Debbie Stolstrom
Webster Hill
Math
STEAM
2025-2026
Alexander M. and Catherine Maus Wright Grant: The Sound of Science
Kristin Cavallo
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
Math
Science
Technology
STEAM
2025-2026
West Hartford Education Association Grant: Connecticut Culture and History Comes to Life
Wendy Martin
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
Social Studies
2025-2026
Mythology Comes to Life
Dawn Beckley
Laurie Perry
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
2025-2026
Rocktaschel Family Grant: Adaptive Instruments and Materials for Impacted Populations
Sarah Chasse
Wolcott
Music
2024-2025
Macca Plumbing & Heating Grant: Learning Through Purposeful Play
Monica Walker
Lead Applicant & Kara Anderson
Meredith Gallinoto
Aiken
Other
2024-2025
TRIUMPH Grant: Dash Robots- A STEM Experience
Jessica Tamaccio
Lead Applicant
Aiken
Math
Science
Technology
STEAM
2024-2025
Amy and Judy Selzer Memorial Grant: Cluck & Learn-Exploring Life Cycles through Chicken Eggs in the Context of Paleontology
Shannon Miller
Lead Applicant
Aiken
Science
2024-2025
West Hartford Education Association Grant: Science and Social Studies Enhanced!
Catherine Woods
Lead Applicant & Kathryn Lenehan
Marta Weidl
Aiken
Science
Social Studies
2024-2025
Mr. and Mrs. David Dupee Grant: Dusti Bowling--Children's Author Visit
Melissa Thom
Lead Applicant & Chelsea Crabbe (Bristow)
Dave St. Germain (King Philip)
Stephen Kay (Sedgwick)
Bristow Middle School
Language Arts
Social Emotional Learning
Diversity/Equity
Other (Library Media)
2024-2025
Nolin Selby Fund of the Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation Grant: Creating Apps for Devices & Designing an Interactive Pet
Dawn Anstett
Lead Applicant & Carey Poetzsch (King Philip)
Bristow Middle School
Technology
STEAM
2024-2025
It Takes More Than Actors to Create Excellence in Theatre: Large Venue Projectors
Mary McSweeney
Lead Applicant & Mackenzie Fitzgerald
Bristow Middle School
Visual Arts
Music
Technology
Diversity/Equity
2024-2025
James M. Ellis Memorial Grant: Bomba in the 6th Grade General Music Classroom
Myles Ross (King Philip) Lead Applicant & Katie Frewen (Bristow)
Bristow Middle School
King Philip Middle School
Diversity/Equity
Music
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
World Language
2024-2025
Alexander M. and Catherine Maus Wright Grant: Expanding The Digital Music Experience
Alan Smith (King Philip)
Lead Applicant & Adi Weiss-Hochberg (Sedgwick)
Gwen Baker (Bristow)
Bristow Middle School
King Philip Middle School
Sedgwick Middle School
Music
STEAM
Science
Social Studies
Technology
2024-2025
Hawkins Family Grant: Won-Ldy Paye- African Artist and Storyteller In-Residence
Patti Farquhar
Lead Applicant & Francesca Silliman
Kristen Pildis
Bugbee
Language Arts
Diversity/Equity
2024-2025
Langsner Family Grant: Reading From A-Z
Jennifer Garelick
Lead Applicant & Shoshana Foster
Bugbee
Language Arts
2024-2025
2nd Grade Relaxation Retreat
Suzanne Atwood
Lead Applicant & Shoshana Foster
Valerie Hansen
Bugbee
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
Social Emotional Learning
Diversity/Equity
2024-2025
Dougie and Tom Trumble Grant: A Day in the Life of the Pequot
Christina Fedolfi
Lead Applicant & Elaine Hill
Alexa Freitas
Tracey Stewart
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Social Studies
2024-2025
Rotary Club of West Hartford Grant: Sensory Integration for Young Children
Emily McMurray
Lead Applicant
Charter Oak
Social Emotional Learning
Other (Brain Development)
2024-2025
Affirming Identity and Diversity through Books in Students' Home Languages
Kimberlee O'Connell
Lead Applicant
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Social Studies
Social Emotional Learning
Diversity/Equity
2024-2025
Papasavas Family Grant: In-School Dragon Parade Celebrating Lunar New Year for Multicultural Community
Shiffon Theodorou
Lead Applicant
Conard High School
Visual Arts
Music
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
Social Studies
World Language
Diversity/Equity
2024-2025
Catherine and Martin Woods Family Grant: Zooming In: Enhancing Biology through High-Tech Microscopy
Mariah Cruz
Lead Applicant
Conard High School
Science
2024-2025
Small Business Collective: Chem for Kids
Teacher of the Year Finalist
Nora McHugh
Conard High School
Science
2024-2025
Ruel Ruel Burns Feldman & Britt LLC Grant: History-Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art
Mary Carlson
Lead Applicant
Conard High School
Social Studies
Diversity/Equity
STEAM
Other (Special Education)
2024-2025
Goldbeck Family Grant: Bringing Art to Life in New York City
Tara Ehler
Lead Applicant & Jason Lussier
Asia Clermont (Hall High)
Conard High School
Visual Arts
Social Studies
Diversity/Equity
2024-2025
O'Meara Real Estate Grant: Okey Ndibe Author Visit
Kelly Casey
Lead Applicant & Abigail Esposito
Conard High School
Language Arts
Social Studies
Social Emotional Learning
Diversity/Equity
2024-2025
Julia Fox Memorial Grant: Raku Firing with Vicente Garcia
Jessica Fallis
Lead Applicant & Kristina Tsantiris (Hall High)
Conard High School
Visual Arts
2024-2025
Jack Darcey Memorial Grant: Cultural Games for Engagement
Michelle Nicklas (Hall) Lead Applicant & Elvira Casillas (Conard)
Conard High School
Hall High School
World Language
2024-2025
The Family of Robert F. Edmunds Jr. and Mary Louise Edmunds Grant:Hip Hop Hooray: Wellness Activities for Everyone
Kim Fine
Lead Applicant & Rob Deveau
Duffy
Visual Arts
Music
Language Arts
Math
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
Science
Social Emotional Learning
Diversity/Equity
2024-2025
MARCUM LLP Grant: Through the Eyes of a Microscope: Digging Deeper into Science and our Natural World
Teacher of the Year Finalist
Kim Fine
Duffy
Science
2024-2025
Crate & Barrel Grant: CT Nutmeg Award Book Clubs in the Library Media Center
Teacher of the Year Finalist
Jill Dailey
Duffy
Language Arts
2024-2025
Koteen Family Grant: Exploring Creativity and Culture - A 5th Grade Field Trip to the New Britain Museum of American Art
Liz Schott
Lead Applicant
Duffy
Visual Arts
2024-2025
West Hartford Chamber of Commerce Grant: Biotechnology for All: Science Equity + Science Literacy
Benjamin Norland
Lead Applicant
Hall High School
Science
Diversity/Equity
STEAM
2024-2025
A.C. Petersen Farms Grant: Liquid Nitrogen Day
Johanna Foley
Lead Applicant & Tamashi Hettiarachchi
Hall High School
STEAM
2024-2025
Webersen Family Grant: Okey Ndibe Author Visit & Writing Workshop
Monica Ahern
Lead Applicant & Joshua Satlof
Hall High School
Language Arts
Social Studies
Diversity/Equity
2024-2025
Bridgewater Chocolate Grant: Tier II College Planning Support Program
Jordan Raineault
Lead Applicant & Emmalee Stewart (Hall High)
Alexandria Harviel (Conard High)
Hall High School
Other (First-generation college support program)
2024-2025
Latin Dance Lessons
Michelle Nicklas
Lead Applicant
Hall High School
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
World Language
Social Emotional Learning
Diversity/Equity
2024-2025
Carol Robbin Memorial Grant: What is America? - History and Storytelling through Art
Maggie Sullivan
Lead Applicant & Hera Butt
King Philip Middle School
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Social Studies
Diversity/Equity
2024-2025
Tresselt Family Grant: Spirit Balloon Takes Flight Over West Hartford Public School
Alison Lessard
Lead Applicant
King Philip Middle School
Science
Technology
2024-2025
Frank Webb Home Grant: Play-Based Kindergarten: Block Design Teams
Mari Beth Hixson
Lead Applicant & Kelly Habif
Neda Sabino
Morley
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Emotional Learning
2024-2025
Greenspan Family Grant: Play-Based Kindergarten-Block Design Teams
Bryan Cistulli
Lead Applicant & Lori Durocher
Kate Marques
Norfeldt
Language Arts
Math
STEAM
Science
Social Emotional Learning
Social Studies
2024-2025
Lexham West Hartford Grant: Storytime STEM
Ellen Cercone
Lead Applicant
Norfeldt
Language Arts
Math
STEAM
Science
Technology
2024-2025
SEPTO Grant: The Art of Inclusion: Inspiring Creativity in Students with Disabilities
Beth Pettinelli
Lead Applicant & Kaylie Schiltz
Tyler Lisowski
Arynn Kelly
Carla White
Anna Elfenbaum
Post-Secondary
Visual Arts
2024-2025
JP Carroll Roofing Grant: Making Our Mark in the Makerspace: Laser Engraving for Innovative Exploration
Shannon McNeice
Lead Applicant
Sedgwick Middle School
Visual Arts
Science
Technology
STEAM
2024-2025
Thomas and Cornelia Ford Memorial Grant: Cultivating Minds and Hearts in a Community Greenhouse
Steve Garneau
Lead Applicant & Colin Bowie
Sedgwick Middle School
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
Science
Social Emotional Learning
Other (Special Education
Special Needs
Health
Garden Club)
2024-2025
Jerry Cogan Memorial Grant: Reading Reimagined-Enhancing Secondary Literacy through Multi-Sensory Instruction
Meghan Gaignard
Lead Applicant
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
Social Emotional Learning
Diversity/Equity
Other (Tiered reading intervention)
2024-2025
Page Turners-Igniting a Love of Reading
Lucinda Kulvinskas
Lead Applicant & Eva Pandiscia
Tiffany Perry
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
2024-2025
Jeffrey A. Palmer Memorial Grant: Play-Based Kindergarten: Block Design Teams
Angela Bottaro
Lead Applicant
Smith
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Emotional Learning
STEAM
Other
2024-2025
Anne & Jim Carroll Grant: Code a "Hole in One!"
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Applicant & Jackie Makarewicz
Bethany Carbone
Elizabeth Grieco
Smith
Math
Technology
STEAM
2024-2025
GYL Financial Synergies Grant: Student News Report - Media Project
Arden Warinsky
Lead Applicant & Dylan Geisler
Smith
Visual Arts
Music
Language Arts
Math
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
Science
Social Studies
Technology
World Language
Social Emotional Learning
Diversity/Equity
STEAM
2024-2025
Cantor Family Grant: On Your Marks, Get VEX, GO!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Applicant & Sarah Ayoub
Heather Barratt
Sharon Courneen
Smith
STEAM
2024-2025
Heather Congdon Memorial Grant: Social Emotional Learning through Music and Movement
Randi Leopold
Lead Implementer & Julie Cosker
Lead Applicant
Webster Hill
Music
Social Emotional Learning
2024-2025
West Hartford Administrators Association Grant: On The Road With A Pre-K Load
Randi Leopold
Lead Applicant & Elizabeth Cannone
Carolyn Mercer
Webster Hill
Language Arts
Math
STEAM
Science
Social Emotional Learning
Social Studies
2024-2025
Goldbeck Family Grant: Purposeful Mathematics Play in Kindergarten
Christin Labriola
Lead Implementer & Virginia L'Etoile
Elysha Green
Lead Applicant
Webster Hill
Diversity/Equity
Math
STEAM
Social Emotional Learning
2024-2025
Singer Family Grant: Let's explore each other's home countries!
Joseph Tavera
Lead Applicant
Webster Hill
Language Arts
Social Studies
Diversity/Equity
2024-2025
Warren Family Foundation Grant: Science-It's Like Magic, But Real!
Kristin Cavallo
Lead Applicant
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
Math
Science
Technology
STEAM
2024-2025
Dr. Robert and Gladys Dunn Memorial Grant: Connecticut History Comes to Life
Dawn Beckley
Lead Applicant
Whiting Lane
Social Studies
2024-2025
John Kozak Memorial Grant: Roaring Brook Nature Center Field Trip
Mary Dawson
Lead Applicant & Johanna Cleary
Whiting Lane
Science
2024-2025
Frankie and Bob Goldfarb Grant: Musical Moments - Nurturing Social Emotional Growth Through Music
Laura Preston
Lead Applicant & Monica LaCroix-Atwood
Whiting Lane
Music
Social Emotional Learning
2024-2025
CT Specialists!
Dawn Beckley
Lead Applicant & Laurie Perry (Morley)
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
Social Studies
2024-2025
Storymakers!
Gloria Torres
Lead Applicant & Erica Puglielli
Wendy Martin
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
2024-2025
Kelley Ann DiPippo Memorial Grant: Play-Based Kindergarten-Block Design Teams
Emily Wlazlowski
Lead Applicant & Jennifer Otano
Karen Abels
Wolcott
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Emotional Learning
STEAM
2024-2025
Rocktaschel Family Grant: Play and Learn Lending Library
Kimberly Doyle
Lead Applicant
Wolcott
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Emotional Learning
Other
2023-2024
Webersen Family Grant: One Book, One School
Jessica Tamaccio
Aiken
Diversity/Equity
Language Arts
Social Emotional Learning
Visual Arts
2023-2024
Bridgewater Chocolate Grant: Enhancing the Science and Social Studies Curriculum
Catherine Woods
Lead Applicant & Marta Weidl
Kathryn Keenan
Aiken
Science
Social Studies
2023-2024
All Home Production Grant: National Circus Project
Bonnie Arcari
Lead Applicant
Braeburn
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
2023-2024
Jeffrey A. Palmer Memorial Grant: Reading From A-Z
Shoshana Foster
Lead Applicant & Jennifer Garelick
Bugbee
Language Arts
2023-2024
Langsner Family Grant: Trout in the Classroom
Gretchen Bagley
Lead Applicant and Rachel Slitt
Alison Gannon
Bugbee
Science
2023-2024
Alexander M. and Catherine Maus Wright Grant: Hip Hop in Motion
Mario Lopez
Lead Applicant
Bugbee
Music
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
Diversity/Equity
Other - Dance
2023-2024
Dougie and Tom Trumble Grant: Who Lived Here First? A Study of the Wangunk, Sicaog and Tunxis
Kimberly McCarthy (Morley)
Lead Applicant & Jennifer Hall (Morley)
Tiffany Pegolo (Bugbee)
Bugbee
Morley
Social Studies
2023-2024
Nolin Selby Fund of the Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation Grant: Rick Labadia
Michelle Florence
Lead Applicant & Jacklyn Manento
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Visual Arts
2023-2024
Cantor Family Grant: UN Day of Action
Liz Nascimento
Lindsay Roberts
Molly Jerram
Charter Oak
Diversity/Equity
Language Arts
Social Emotional Learning
Social Studies
2023-2024
Crate & Barrel Grant: Pre-K Unity T-Shirts
Emily McMurray
Teacher of the Year
Charter Oak
Social Emotional Learning
2023-2024
Duncaster Retirement Community Grant: Grade 3- North American Birds of Prey
Nora Brown
Lead Applicant
Charter Oak
Science
2023-2024
Lexham West Hartford Grant: Science Mike
Dawn Hyland
Lead Applicant and Alison Collins
Charter Oak
Music
Science
STEAM
2023-2024
Papasavas Family Grant: Pequot Museum Visit - An Indigenous Perspective
Lyssa Martin
Lead Applicant and Ashley Kendrigan
Molly Jerram
Lindsey Roberts
Liz Nascimento
Charter Oak
Social Studies
2023-2024
MARCUM LLP Grant: CS Ambassadors 2.0
Jacqueline Corricelli
Conard High School
Technology
Social Emotional Learning
Diversity/Equity
STEAM
Other
2023-2024
Holmeen Family Grant: Enhancing High School Students' Language Education: A University-Level Chinese Language Experience
Shiffon Theodorou
Conard High School
World Language
2023-2024
Anne and Jim Carroll Grant: Using WeVideos to tell our stories
Emily Genser
Lead Applicant and Ramona Piretti
Conard High School
Language Arts
2023-2024
Dr. Robert & Gladys Dunn Memorial Grant: Author Visit - Gareth Hinds - Retelling Classics through the Universal Language of Art
Cori Krause (Conard)
Lead Applicant & Kelly Casey
Monica Vaida (Hall)
Conard High School
Hall High School
Diversity/Equity
Language Arts
Visual Arts
2023-2024
Frankie and Bob Goldfarb Grant: Salsa - A Dance and a Way of Life
Pilar del Cacho (Hall)
Lead Applicant & Maria DiPoi (Conard)
Conard High School
Hall High School
Diversity/Equity
Music
Social Emotional Learning
Social Studies
World Language
2023-2024
Rocktaschel Family Grant: Playwriting and Performance Festival
Hunter Parker Lead Applicant (Conard) and Spencer Bazzano (Hall)
Conard High School
Hall High School
Language Arts
STEAM
Technology
2023-2024
Hawkins Family Grant: Books About Anti-gravity Are Hard to Put Down.
Rebecca Pauluk
Lead Applicant
Duffy
Language Arts
Science
Social Studies
2023-2024
Smith Brothers Insurance Grant: The Need to Read: Book For All Readers
Kim Fine
Lead Applicant
Duffy
Language Arts
2023-2024
Konover Family Grant: Going Fourth into Book Clubs: Becoming a Community of Readers
Selena DePercio
Lead Applicant and Brittany Martin
Duffy
Language Arts
Social Emotional Learning
Diversity/Equity
2023-2024
West Hartford Chamber of Commerce Grant: A Gardeners Dream- Black Gold Creating the Business
Neil Cummings
Lead Applicant & Leanne Nolan
Hall High School
Science
Other
2023-2024
Jack Darcey Memorial Grant: Individualized Interactive Viewing - EL GRAN HOTEL
Michelle Nicklas
Lead Applicant and Carmen Irizzary
Hall High School
World Language
Social Emotional Learning
Diversity/Equity
2023-2024
Heather Congdon Memorial Grant: Education Outreach of Coral Reef Ecosystems
Anthony Wasley
Lead Applicant
Hall High School
Science
STEAM
2023-2024
Macca Plumbing & Heating Grant: Introducing Biotechnology in the Science Classroom
Cindy Tellgmann-Caruk
Lead Applicant
Hall High School
Science
STEAM
2023-2024
GYL Financial Synergies Grant: Biotechnology and the Genome Generation
Benjamin Norland
Lead Applicant
Hall High School
Science
STEAM
2023-2024
JP Carroll Roofing Grant: Field Trip - Experiencing the Pequot Museum and the Indigenous Culture of the Woodland Region
Liz Wallack
Lead Applicant & Debbie Antoinetti
Matt Downey
Morley
Language Arts
Science
Social Emotional Learning
Social Studies
Visual Arts
2023-2024
Triumph Engine Control Systems Grant: Mythology - Up Close and In Person!
Dawn Beckley (Whiting Lane)
Lead Applicant and Laurie Perry (Morley)
Morley
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
2023-2024
Small Business Collective Grant: Janae Marks - Children's Author Visit
Ellen Cercone
Norfeldt
Diversity/Equity
Language Arts
Social Emotional Learning
2023-2024
Greenspan Family Grant: Winding Trails
Aimee Heaton
Lead Applicant
Norfeldt
Science
2023-2024
Tresselt Family Grant: Above and Beyond 2024
Anna Swierczynski
School Engagement Program
Social Emotional Learning
2023-2024
Deane Family Grant: From Text to Texture: Enhancing Our Library Experience with a Sensory Wall
Shannon McNeice
Sedgwick Middle School
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
Social Emotional Learning
STEAM
2023-2024
O'Meara Real Estate Grant: Author Visit
Kyra Blair
Lead Applicant & Stephanie Consoli
SaraTamborello
Sedgwick Middle School
Diversity/Equity
Language Arts
Social Emotional Learning
Social Studies
2023-2024
Robert F. Edmunds Jr. and Mary Louise Edmunds Grant: Learning Floats Our Boat!
Sharon Zajack
Lead Applicant and Jennifer Russell
Courtney Stangle
Smith
Science
Social Studies
Technology
2023-2024
Carson Family Grant: A Close Look at CT History
Karen Bridges (Whiting Lane)
Lead Applicant and Ruth May (Smith)
Smith
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
Social Studies
2023-2024
Frank Webb Home Grant: Sensory Path
Nicole Edlund
Lead Applicant and Kaitlyn Derosiers
Webster Hill
Social Emotional Learning
2023-2024
Goldbeck Family Grant: Land and Sea, Them and Me
Randi Leopold
Lead Applicant and Elizabeth Cannone
Webster Hill
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
Social Emotional Learning
2023-2024
Dome Construction Grant: Sing, Move, Learn!
Julie Cosker
Webster Hill
Language Arts
Math
Music
Social Emotional Learning
2023-2024
Goldbeck Family Grant: Art Museum and Studio Experience Field Trip
Haley Nelson
Webster Hill
Language Arts
Visual Arts
2023-2024
Thomas and Cornelia Ford Memorial Grant: Bringing Kindergarten Science to Life
Elysha Green
Lead Applicant & Christin Labriola
Virginia L'Etoile
Webster Hill
STEAM
Science
2023-2024
West Hartford Education Association Grant: Our Home Language Library!
Joseph Tavera
Lead Applicant and Silvia Lopes
Elysha Green
Webster Hill
Language Arts
World Language
Diversity/Equity
2023-2024
West Hartford Administrators Association Grant: Immerse Yourself in Connecticut History
Wendy Martin
Lead Applicant
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
2023-2024
Singer Family Grant: Science Enhancement through Mystery Science
Christina Roye
Lead Applicant & Mary Margaret Dawson
Johanna Cleary
Whiting Lane
STEAM
Science
Technology
2023-2024
Mr. and Mrs. David Dupee Grant: Let's Have a Moment of Science
Kristin Cavallo
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
STEAM
Science
Technology
2023-2024
James M. Ellis Memorial Grant: Third Grade Makerspace
Eric Feeney
Teacher of the Year Finalist
Wolcott
STEAM
2022-2023
Hawkins Family Grant: One Book, One School Experience
Jessica Tamaccio
Lead Teacher
Aiken
Language Arts
2022-2023
Papasavas Family Grant: Diversity and Equity through reading, writing and Art!
Daniel Golden
Lead Teacher
Aiken
Language Arts
Visual Arts
2022-2023
Webersen Family Grant: The Amazing Lives of Plants and Animals
Catherine Woods
Lead Applicant & Lisa Horan
Marta Weidl
Aiken
Science
2022-2023
The Family of Robert F. Edmunds Jr. and Mary Louise Edmunds Grant: National Circus Project
Bonnie Arcari
Lead Teacher
Braeburn
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
2022-2023
Anne and Jim Carroll Grant: Cultural Diversity with HIP HOP
Bonnie Arcari
Lead Applicant
Braeburn
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
2022-2023
Thomas and Cornelia Ford Memorial Grant: Fostering Future Scientists
Eileen MacDonnell
Lead Applicant
Braeburn
Science
2022-2023
Carson Family Grant: Choral Fest-A Day of Singing as a Community
Jessica Nix (Webster Hill)
Lead Teacher & Andy Mayo
Keith Traver (Sedgwick)
Samuel Eurich (Conard)
Katie Frewen (Bristow)
Braeburn
Bristow Middle School
Charter Oak
Conard High School
Duffy
Sedgwick Middle School
Webster Hill
Wolcott
Music
2022-2023
Rocktaschel Family Grant: Representing History- Updating the story of slavery in the West Division
Jessica Blitzer
Lead Teacher & Jennifer Omartian
Chad Ellis
Bristow Middle School
Social Studies
2022-2023
Teich Family Grant: Reading From A to Z
Patti Farquhar
Lead Teacher
Bugbee
Language Arts
2022-2023
Jeffrey A. Palmer Memorial Grant: Take Home Book Bag Decodables
Jennifer Garelick
Lead Applicant & Shoshana Foster
Bugbee
Language Arts
2022-2023
Judy and John Bierly Grant: NBMAA Museum Exploration and Studio Session
Elizabeth Bianco
Lead Applicant
Bugbee
Visual Arts
2022-2023
Small Business Collective Grant: Nature on Wheels
Erika Finnegan
Lead Applicant & Tiffany Pegolo
Bugbee
Science
2022-2023
Dome Construction Foundation Grant: Jerry Pallotta- Author Visit
Amy Vlosky-Finley
Lead Applicant
Bugbee
Language Arts
2022-2023
Duncaster Retirement Community Grant: Julie Anne Collier: The Wind Beneath
Nora Brown Lead Teacher & Adrianne Giammatteo (Lead Applicant)
Charter Oak
Other
Science
Social Studies
2022-2023
GYL Financial Synergies Grant: 3,2,1 Lift Off!
Michele Hadlock
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Science
2022-2023
Lexham West Hartford Grant: Storytelling with Robots!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher & Kelly Habif
Amanda McNamara
Katie Keenan
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Science
Technology
2022-2023
West Hartford Administrators Association Grant: Let's Go To Auerfarm!
Emily McMurray
Lead Teacher & Kimberlee O'Connell
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Math
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
Science
Social Studies
2022-2023
Frankie and Bob Goldfarb Grant: Music Moves Us
Melissa Zych
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
Music
Language Arts
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
Social Studies
World Language
2022-2023
Holmeen Family Grant: B.A.M boxes
Rebecca Cochrane
Lead Applicant & Penelope Drown
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Math
Other (maker skills, engineering, creative thinking, problem solving)
2022-2023
Mr. and Mrs. David Dupee Grant: UN Day of Action
Montserrat Rich
Lead Applicant
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Social Studies
2022-2023
Nolin Selby Fund of the Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation Grant: Joust and Learn!
Michele Hadlock
Lead Applicant
Charter Oak
Science
2022-2023
Pauluk Family Grant: Close the Gap in Math with Ozobots!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Applicant
Charter Oak
Math
Technology
2022-2023
Frank Webb Home Grant: Building Thinking Classrooms with Vertical Non-Permanent Surfaces
Heather Russell
Lead Teacher
Conard High School
Math
2022-2023
O'Meara Real Estate Grant: It's All Fun and Games
Christine Connolly Lead Applicant
& Kelli Bedner
Duffy
Math
2022-2023
Elizabeth Rocco Grant: Biotechnology and the Genome Generation
Benjamin Norland
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
Science
2022-2023
Langsner Family Grant: Black Gold Project
Noreen Branley
Lead Teacher & Leanne Nolan
Hall High School
Other
Science
2022-2023
Hall High Class of '59 Grant: Jamar Nicholas Author Visit
Monica Ahern
Lead Applicant (Hall High School) & Kelly Casey (Conard High School)
Hall High School
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2022-2023
In memory of Robert Felekey Grant: Continuing STEM & CS Education with VEX V5 -- Programming & Sensors
Michael Wilkosz
Lead Applicant
Hall High School
Math
Science
Technology
Other (Engineering, Computer Science)
2022-2023
Jack Darcey Memorial Grant: Mahjong Madness!
Connie Xu
Lead Applicant
Hall High School
World Language
2022-2023
MARCUM LLP Grant: Financial Freedom
Philip Kennan
Lead Applicant
Hall High School
Other (Business Education)
2022-2023
Heather Congdon Memorial Grant: Learning All About Communities
Jennifer La Forte
Lead Teacher
Morley
Social Studies
2022-2023
West Hartford Education Association Grant: Making recreation and leisure accessible for all
Elizabeth Emanuelson
Lead Teacher & Beth Pettinelli
Post-Secondary
Other
2022-2023
Dougie and Tom Trumble Grant: Growth with Terraponics
Elisabeth Peterson
Lead Applicant
STRIVE
Visual Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
Other (Vocational Education)
2022-2023
Greenspan Family Grant: REACH FOR THE SKY 2023
Anna Swierczynski
Lead Applicant
School Engagement Program
Other (Team Building, Perseverance and Social Emotional Well Being)
2022-2023
Catherine and Martin Woods Family Grant: Specialized Writing Instruction for All
Tracey Rotella
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
2022-2023
Bridgewater Chocolate Grant: Share Your Voice Podcast Challenge
Katie Seymour
Lead Applicant
Sedgwick Middle School
Music
Language Arts
Technology
Other (Library/Inquiry & Research)
2022-2023
Crate & Barrel Grant: Building Thinking Classrooms with Vertical Non-Permanent Surfaces
Alicia Almagro
Lead Applicant
Sedgwick Middle School
Math
2022-2023
Macca Plumbing & Heating Grant: Learning Floats Our Boat!
Sharon Zajack
Lead Teacher & Jennifer Russell
Smith
Science
Social Studies
Technology
2022-2023
West Hartford Chamber of Commerce, In memory of Tony Leesha Grant: Bits and Bytes
Alison Foley
Lead Teacher & Michael McCarthy (Conard High School)
Smith
Other
Technology
2022-2023
Tom Moore Superintendent Grant: Diversifying Classroom Libraries
Bethany Carbone
Lead Applicant & Jacqueline Makarewicz
Angela Giliberto
Elizabeth Grieco
Smith
Language Arts
2022-2023
Dr. Robert and Gladys Dunn Memorial Grant: CT Specialists
Dawn Beckley
Lead Applicant (Whiting Lane) & Ruth May (Smith)
Smith
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
2022-2023
Alexander M. and Catherine Maus Wright Grant: Music Therapy
Julie Cosker
Lead Teacher
Webster Hill
Music
2022-2023
Goldbeck Family Grant: Learning as we Grow Our Community Ecosystem
Randi Leopold
Lead Teacher & Kelsey Dahling
Webster Hill
Language Arts
Science
Social Studies
2022-2023
Greenspan Family Grant: You are You! I am Me! Exploring Community Diversity!
Elizabeth Cannone
Lead Teacher
Webster Hill
Math
Other
Social Studies
2022-2023
Goldbeck Family Grant: Pollinator Paradise: A Living/Learning Courtyard Garden
Randi Leopold
Lead Applicant & Elizabeth Cannone
Webster Hill
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
2022-2023
JP Carroll Roofing Grant: Mythology - Up Close and In Person!
Dawn Beckley
Lead Teacher & Laurie Perry (Morley)
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
2022-2023
Michelle and Paul Sullivan Grant: Immerse Yourself in Connecticut History
Wendy Martin
Lead Teacher
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
2022-2023
Smith Brothers Insurance Grant: A New England Harvest Tradition for English Learners
Ryan Cronin Lead Teacher
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
Science
Social Studies
2022-2023
Triumph Engine Control Systems Grant: NGSS creating future scientists
Karen Bridges
Lead Teacher
Whiting Lane
Math
Science
2022-2023
Cantor Family Grant: CT History....Live!
Suzy Sinatro
Lead Applicant & Sabrina Motyka
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
Social Studies
2022-2023
James M. Ellis Memorial Grant: Little Learners Library
Star Fuller
Lead Applicant
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
Other (Social/Emotional Learning and English Language Learners)
2022-2023
Tresselt Family Grant: Diversification and Inclusivity of Classroom Literacy
Christina Roye
Lead Applicant & Johanna Cleary
Gar Dawson
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
Science
Social Studies
Other (social and emotional learning)
2022-2023
Stephen and Kathryn Deane Family Grant: Literature Connections Through the Hartford Stage
Joshua Ranaudo
Lead Applicant & Michelle Sebastianelli
Wolcott
Language Arts
2021-2022
Santeusanio Family Grant: Enhancing the First Grade Science Unit
Catherine Woods
Lead Teacher Daniela Sturm
Lisa Horan
Aiken
Science
2021-2022
Sally H. Kennedy Memorial Grant: One Book One School
Jessica Tamaccio
Lead Teacher
Aiken
Language Arts
2021-2022
Macca Plumbing & Heating Grant: Game Changer-Technology in PE
Bonnie Arcari
Lead Teacher
Braeburn
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
2021-2022
Pauluk Family Grant: Decodable Texts
Katharine Boland
Lead Teacher Kathy Hayes
Braeburn
Language Arts
2021-2022
Thomas and Cornelia Ford Memorial Grant: The Creative Process in Music-Getting to know a local, living composer and perform her new work!
Cliff Schofer
Lead Teacher
Bristow Middle School
Music
2021-2022
Dr. Robert & Gladys Dunn Memorial Grant: Freedom Pen Project
Dawn Anstett (Bristow)
Lead Teacher & Diana Tryon (Sedgwick)
Carey Poetzsch (King Philip)
Bristow Middle School
King Philip Middle School
Sedgwick Middle School
Other
2021-2022
Cantor Family Grant: Nature on Wheels!
Danielle Herbette
Lead Teacher & Erika Finnegan
Anthony Weber
Bugbee
Science
2021-2022
Jeffrey A. Palmer Memorial Grant: "Stone Stories"
Beth Mazur
Lead Teacher Elizabeth Bianco
Bugbee
Visual Arts
2021-2022
Crate & Barrel Grant: Reading with Raz-Kids
Suzanne Atwood
Lead Teacher & Valerie Hansen
Lindsay Bougor
Bugbee
Language Arts
2021-2022
Hargreaves Family Grant: Mariachi Mania
Elizabeth Fay
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
2021-2022
Smith Brothers Insurance Grant: 3,2,1 LEGO!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Science
2021-2022
West Hartford Education Association Grant: Probeware Technology For Science Inquiry in the Life Sciences
Patrick Foley
Lead Teacher
Conard High School
Science
2021-2022
Steve & Kathryn Deane Family Grant: Women's E-Sports Event
Noah Mealy
Lead Teacher & Jackie Corricelli
Conard High School
Technology
2021-2022
Mr. & Mrs. David Dupee Grant: Black Gold - A Gardeners Dream
Neil Cummings
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
Science
2021-2022
Frankie and Bob Goldfarb Grant: Northeastern Jazz Exchange and Curriculum Enrichment, 2021-2022
James Antonucci
Lead Teacher and Michael Wyatt (Conard High School)
Hall High School
Music
2021-2022
Heather Congdon Memorial Grant: Enhancing STEM & CS Education with VEX Robotics Competitions and the V5 Hardware Platform
Michael Wilkosz
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
Math
2021-2022
Greenspan Family Grant: Digital Music in the 21st Century
Alan Smith
Lead Teacher
King Philip Middle School
Music
2021-2022
Nolin Selby Fund of the Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation Grant: Mythology - Up Close and In Person!
Suzy Sinatro
Lead Teacher & Laurie Perry (Morley)
Morley
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
2021-2022
Dougie & Tom Trumble Grant: Racial Justice Student Training
Aimee Heaton
Lead Teacher & Rick Bassett
Christina Moavero
Norfeldt
Social Studies
2021-2022
Sally and Tom Tresselt Grant: Let's Read Together
Kimberly Robinson
Lead Teacher
Norfeldt
Language Arts
2021-2022
Langsner Family Grant: Creating a Labyrinth...A Place to Relax, Reflect and Nurture the Spirit
Maryanne Taft
Lead Teacher
REACH
Visual Arts
2021-2022
Hawkins Family Grant: Making Research Based Independent Projects Come Alive with Allan Wolf
David Lee
Lead Teacher & Lindsay Goltzman (Bristow) Julie O'Reilly (King Philip)
Adina Johnson (King Philip)
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
2021-2022
Frank Rosa Grant: Calm Bodies for Positive Learning
Michelle Deegan
Lead Teacher Charlotte Flanagan
Smith
Physical Education & Health Education/Wellness
2021-2022
Webersen Family Grant: Sparking a Love of Reading with a Local Author
Stefanie Chapdelaine
Lead Teacher & Joseph Tavera
Webster Hill
Language Arts
2021-2022
In honor of Sherry Feinglass Grant: More Room to Grow When We Sow
Elizabeth Cannone
Lead Teacher Randi Leopold
Webster Hill
Science
2021-2022
Goldbeck Family Grant: Hands on Literacy Learning Centers
Elysha Green
Lead Teacher
Webster Hill
Language Arts
2021-2022
Holmeen Family Grant: It's All a MATTER of Science
Karen Bridges
Lead Teacher
Whiting Lane
Science
2021-2022
James M. Ellis Memorial Grant: Intentional Diversification of Classroom Library and Literature Circle Selections
Christina Roye
Lead Teacher
Dawn Beckley
Wendy Martin
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
2021-2022
Cantor Family Grant: Immerse Yourself in Connecticut History
Valerie Centone
Lead Teacher
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
2020-2021
Heather Congdon Memorial Grant: First Grade Science
Catherine Woods
Lead Teacher & Daniela Sturm
Lisa Horan
Aiken
Science
2020-2021
Alexander M. and Catherine Maus Wright Grant: Masterclass for String Players
Angelica Ansbacher
Lead Teacher
Aiken
Music
2020-2021
Frankie and Bob Goldbarb Grant: Social Emotional Learning Through Music
Mary DiPaola
Lead Teacher & Jill Linker
Patty Burkhard
Aiken
Music
2020-2021
Alexander M. and Catherine Maus Wright Grant: Speaking the Jazz Language
Mary DiPaola
Lead Teacher & Angelica Ansbacher
Aiken
Music
2020-2021
Anne and Jim Carroll Grant: The National Circus Project
Bonnie Arcari
Lead Teacher
Braeburn
Physical Health Education
2020-2021
Hawkins Family Grant: Virtual Author Visits Series
Shannon McNeice
Lead Teacher (Sedgwick) & Melissa Thom (Bristow)
Dave St. Germain (King Philip)
Aiyah Moustafa (Bristow)
Mackenzie Fitzgerald (Bristow)
Sedgwick Middle School
King Philip Middle School
Bristow Middle School
Language Arts
Other
2020-2021
Mr. and Mrs. Dupee Grant: "Becoming Bugbee"
Elizabeth Bianco
Lead Teacher
Bugbee
Visual Arts
Other (Social and Emotional Learning / Cultural Competency / Diversity)
2020-2021
Carson Family Grant: Nature on Wheels!
Danielle Herbette
Lead Teacher & Lynn Czernicki
Anthony Weber
Bugbee
Language Arts
Math
Physical Health Education
Science
Social Studies
Technology
2020-2021
Duncaster Retirement Community Grant: Sensory Path
Gabrielle Sebastiao
Lead Teacher
Bugbee
Physical Health Education
Other (Social Emotional Learning )
2020-2021
Frank Webb Home Grant: Six Word Memoir Portrait
Beth Mazur
Lead Teacher & Elizabeth Bianco
Bugbee
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Social Studies
2020-2021
Langsner Family Grant: Reading From A to Z
Patti Farquhar
Lead Teacher & Heidi Doyle
Lindsay Bougor
Kristen Pildis
Rachel Nelson
Catherine Gagnon
Alison Gannon
Shirley Green
Valerie Hansen
Suzanne Atwood
Bugbee
Language Arts
2020-2021
Paul H. Eddy & Elizabeth Normen Grant: Appreciating Native American Culture and Birds of Prey
Adrianne Giammatteo
Lead Teacher & Nora Brown
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Science
Social Studies
2020-2021
West Hartford Education Association Grant: Experiencing Science
Kirsten Sanderson
Lead Teacher & Kate Jerram
Charter Oak
Science
2020-2021
Lexham West Hartford Grant: Code, Create and Explore with Spheros!
Katherine Hardesty
Charter Oak
Math
Science
Technology
2020-2021
Duncaster Retirement Community Grant: No Limits Balloon Adventure!
Katherine Hardesty
Lead Teacher & Molly Weyers
Michelle Hadlock
Charter Oak
Math
Science
Technology
2020-2021
Lexham West Hartford Grant: Coding is Elementary!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher & Dawn Hyland
Jill Devor
Stephanie Rojas
Charter Oak
Technology
2020-2021
Pauluk Family Grant: Only One You in this Great Big World
Adrianne Giammatteo
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Social Studies
Other
2020-2021
Heather Congdon Memorial Grant: Gaga Pit
Molly Weyers
Lead Teacher & Dr. Kris Plasse
Glenn Horowitz
Charter Oak
Other
Physical Health Education
2020-2021
Papasavas Family Grant: A Trip to the United Nations
Montserrat Rich
Lead Teacher (Charter Oak) & Abigail Esposito (Conard)
Charter Oak
Conard High School
Science
Social Studies
Technology
Visual Arts
World Language
2020-2021
Goldbeck Family Grant: Pick and Flow... Here We Go to Auer Farm
Randi Leopold
Lead Teacher (Webster Hill) & Elizabeth Cannone (Charter Oak)
Nichola Dustin (Charter Oak)
Martina Cravedi (Smith)
Webster Hill
Charter Oak
Smith
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
2020-2021
Steve and Kathryn Deane Family Grant: Mathematician Blast Off!
Ellen Eickenhorst
Lead Teacher & Joanne Ruggiero
Conard High School
Math
Other
2020-2021
In memory of Thomas F. Delaney Grant: Unified Business Club
Joanne Ruggiero (Conard)
Gayle Levine (Hall)
Conard High School
Hall High School
Other
Technology
2020-2021
O'Meara Real Estate Group Grant: Bits and Bytes
Alison Foley
Lead Teacher & Michael McCarthy (Conard)
Sharon Zajack (Smith)
Smith
Conard High School
Math
Technology
Other
2020-2021
Papasavas Family Grant: Equity, Diversity and Social Justice Gallery
Christine Mori
Lead Teacher & Liz Schott
Duffy
Visual Arts
2020-2021
O'Meara Real Estate Group Grant: "Think Ahead" Learning About Louise Duffy
Selena Scata
Lead Teacher & Tracy Scutari
Duffy
Language Arts
Social Studies
2020-2021
Dr. Robert and Gladys Dunn Memorial Grant: Universal Sandbox: Exploring Physical Laws through Astronomical Simulation
Derek Palmisano
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
Science
2020-2021
Michelle & Paul Sullivan Grant: Aquaponics Learning Laboratory
Benjamin Norland
Lead Teacher & Anthony Wasley
Hall High School
Science
2020-2021
Hall High Class of 1959 - in Memory of Bob & Gladys Dunn Grant: Micro Businesses in the 21st Century
Ellen Matos
Lead Teacher & Ellen Matos
Anna Matthews
Noreen Branley
Hall High School
Visual Arts
Math
Other
2020-2021
Webersen Family Grant: Biotechnology and the Genome Generation
Benjamin Norland
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
Science
2020-2021
Webersen Family Grant: Social Justice Theatre: #WhileBlack
Hunter Parker
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
2020-2021
Frank Webb Home Grant: Digital Theatre Plus Database
Monica Ahern
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Social Studies
2020-2021
Holmeen Family Grant: Enhancing Computer Science Education with Micro:Bit Programming Boards & Yahboom Robots
Michael Wilkosz
Lead Teacher & Anthony Truss (Conard High School)
Hall High School
Math
Science
Technology
Other (Computer Science)
2020-2021
Dr. Robert and Gladys Dunn Memorial Grant: Headsets with microphones
Michelle Nicklas
Lead Teacher & Jocelyn Tamborello-Noble
Hall High School
World Language
2020-2021
In memory of Robert Felekey Grant: My New Home Town
Johannah Kosienski
Lead Teacher & Laura Wilson
King Philip Middle School
Language Arts
Math
Physical Health Education
Science
2020-2021
James M. Ellis Memorial Grant: Restorative Tools for Students: Enhancing Learning with Proactive Tools
William Bannish
Lead Teacher & Emily Daigle
King Philip Middle School
Other (Cross Curricular with focus on student emotional needs)
2020-2021
West Hartford Chamber of Commerce Grant: A Book for Me
Jennifer Sansoucy
Lead Teacher
King Philip Middle School
Language Arts
Social Studies
Other
2020-2021
Enriching the Middle School Science Classroom
Teacher of the Year Finalist ~ Marnie Paulus
King Philip Middle School
Science
2020-2021
GYL Financial Synergies Grant: Hybrid Science Education Through Mosa Mack
Alison Lessard
Lead Teacher
King Philip Middle School
Science
2020-2021
James M. Ellis Memorial Grant: Individual Literacy Toolkits
Jennifer Sansoucy
Lead Teacher & Nicole Gosselin
King Philip Middle School
Other (Reading)
2020-2021
Crate & Barrel Grant: Soft Starts My Heart
Jennifer Hall
Lead Teacher
Morley
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
2020-2021
Greenspan Family Grant: Winding Trails
Aimee Heaton
Lead Teacher & Jill Larson
Rick Bassett
Norfeldt
Science
Other
2020-2021
Dougie and Tom Trumble Grant: A Peek into the World of Author Grace Lin
Lori Andrada
Lead Teacher
Norfeldt
Language Arts
Social Studies
Other
2020-2021
Thomas and Cornelia Ford Memorial Grant: Planting the Seeds of Change
Teacher of the Year Finalist ~ Lori Durocher
Norfeldt
Language Arts
2020-2021
Dougie and Tom Trumble Grant: Historian in Residence
Jen Derick
Lead Applicant
Norfeldt
Language Arts
2020-2021
Carson Family Foundation Grant: Increasing Student Independence through the use of Technology
Beth Pettinelli
Lead Teacher & Danielle Vaivoda
Carla Deluca
Post-Secondary
Technology
Other
2020-2021
Nolin Selby Fund of the Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation Grant: Cogswell Creations
Elizabeth Emanuelson
Lead Teacher
Post-Secondary
Other (Vocational opportunities)
2020-2021
Cantor Family Grant: Cogswell Culinary Corner Enhancements
Anna Elfenbaum
Lead Teacher & Patti Buccheri
Post-Secondary
Other (Vocational / Culinary / Business and Life Skills)
2020-2021
Langsner Family Grant: Aquatic Wonder in the RLE
Ashley Callan
Lead Teacher
RLE (Remote Learning Experience)
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Science
2020-2021
Pauluk Family Grant: Jungle Tales with Antonio Rocha
Mary Lestini
Lead Teacher
RLE (Remote Learning Experience)
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Other (Diversity and SEL)
2020-2021
Hoffman Auto Group Grant: Communicating through Writing ~Students Publishing Stories that TEACH!
Alison Collins
Lead Teacher & Lindsey Roberts
RLE (Remote Learning Experience)
Language Arts
2020-2021
Frankie and Bob Goldfarb Grant: Kathak Dance from India
Michelle Sullivan
Lead Teacher
RLE (Remote Learning Experience)
Visual Arts
Music
Language Arts
Other (SEL and Cultural Diversity)
2020-2021
Hawkins Family Grant: Author/Illustrator Julie Phillips visits Grade 2 remotely to share her new Graphic Novel: Penny Packer: Unicorn Tracker
Lee Gluck
Lead Teacher & Michelle Stafford
RLE (Remote Learning Experience)
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2020-2021
Anonymous Grant: Chariot of the Sun in the RLE
Steve Lewis
Lead Teacher
RLE (Remote Learning Experience)
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2020-2021
Nolin Selby Fund of the Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation Grant: Students Project their Futures in Film
Lauren Maisch
Lead Teacher
STRIVE
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Technology
2020-2021
Cigna Foundation Matching Gifts Program Grant: Dress for Success
Lauren Maisch
Lead Teacher & Mike Davis
STRIVE
Other (essentials for workplace success)
2020-2021
Cantor Family Grant: Cooking as an education tool for executive skills, collaboration, socialization, motivation and career options
Corinne Harrington
Lead Teacher & Datwan Bryant
STRIVE
Language Arts
Math
Social Studies
Other
2020-2021
Mr. and Mrs. Dupee Grant: Project Adventure II
Anna Swierczynski
Lead Teacher
School Engagement Program
Other - Ropes Challenge Course
2020-2021
Anne & Jim Carroll Grant: Enhancement of SEP
Anna Swierczynski
Lead Teacher
School Engagement Program
Technology
Other (Therapeutic Arts)
2020-2021
Jeffrey A. Palmer Memorial Grant: Learning Floats Our Boat
Sharon Zajack
Lead Teacher & Sabrina Nyerick
Bethany Carbone
Jennifer Russell
Katie Fournier
Smith
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
Technology
Other
2020-2021
JP Carroll Construction Grant: Kindergartners Code
Sharon Zajack
Lead Teacher & Alison Foley
Michelle Deegan
Kelly Frenette
Sara Novak
Smith
Math
Technology
2020-2021
Macca Plumbing and Heating Grant: Supporting Our English Language Learners
Teacher of the Year Finalist ~ Ann Graboski
Smith
Language Arts
2020-2021
JP Carroll Grant: Making the best of this SITuation!
Jennifer Russell
Lead Teacher & Jessica Matthews
Courtney Jacklin
Kelly Frenette
Smith
Visual Arts
2020-2021
Teich Family Grant: Ding Dong Ding, We Can't Sing! and Ways to Read and Write aROUND the Building
Jessica Nix
Lead Teacher
Webster Hill
Music
2020-2021
West Hartford Administrative Association Grant: Social Express and Cool Schools- Engaging and Effective Programs for Social Skill Development
Lynnette Kaschke
Lead Teacher & Luis Ramirez
Whiting Lane
Other
2020-2021
Rocktaschel Family Grant: Art for all!
Amy Fisher
Lead Teacher & Kathleen Kennan
Wolcott
Visual Arts
2020-2021
Steve and Kathryn Deane Family Grant: Empowering Young Mathematicians
Sharon Snow
Lead Teacher
Wolcott
Math
2020-2021
Catherine and Martin Woods Family Grant: Bucket Drumming
Sarah Chasse
Lead Teacher
Wolcott
Music
2019-2020
Seritage Growth Properties Grant: Diverse Author Visit
Jessica Tamaccio
Lead Teacher
Aiken
Language Arts
2019-2020
Alexander M. and Catherine Maus Wright Grant - Drumming to Exercise Body and Mind!
Daniel Golden
Lead Teacher & Mary Dipaola
Aiken
Music
Physical Health Education
2019-2020
In honor of Margot Goldstein’s 90th Birthday Grant:One Book, One School
Jessica Tamaccio
Lead Teacher
Aiken
Language Arts
2019-2020
Bridgewater Chocolate Grant: African Artist in Residence Won-Ldy Paye
Kristen Pildis
Lead Teacher & Patti Farquhar
Shirley Green
Bugbee
Visual Arts
Music
Language Arts
Social Studies
2019-2020
Crate & Barrel Grant: Freckle Education
Katie Feldman
Lead Teacher & Lisa Roland
Katie Feldman
Jen Garelick
Lynn Czernicki
Bugbee
Language Arts
Math
Technology
2019-2020
Dr. Scott and Cyndi Brown Family Grant: Hip Hop, Health and Fun!
Mario Lopez
Lead Teacher
Bugbee
Visual Arts
Music
Physical Health Education
Other
2019-2020
Jeffrey A. Palmer Memorial Grant: Reading From A to Z
Patti Farquhar
Lead Teacher & Lindsay Bougor
Shirley Green
Rachel Nelson
Heidi Doyle
Catherine Gagnon
Alison Gannon
Kristen Pildis
Valerie Hansen
and Suzanne Atwood
Bugbee
Language Arts
2019-2020
Papasavas Family Grant: A Trip to the United Nations
Montserrat Rich
Lead Teacher & Abigail Esposito (Conard)
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Science
Social Studies
World Language
2019-2020
Great by 8 Grant: Active Bodies Healthy Minds
Dawn Hyland
Lead Teacher & Alanna Goldberg
Charter Oak
Other
2019-2020
Mr. and Mrs. David Dupee Grant: Book Making
Nora Brown
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Science
Social Studies
2019-2020
Catherine and Martin Woods Family Grant: Building Cultural Appreciation for Indigenous Peoples through Storytelling
Lindsey Roberts
Lead Teacher & Nora Brown
Mary Bohn (Braeburn)
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Social Studies
2019-2020
Carson Family Foundation Grant: Experiencing Science
Kirsten Sanderson
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Science
2019-2020
Carson Family Foundation Grant: Going Local in the Cafeteria
Kirsten Sanderson
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Science
Other
2019-2020
Thomas and Cornelia Ford Memorial Grant: On a Roll and Mystery Detectives
Kristen Cool
Lead Teacher & Emily Salerno
Kelly Habif
Sandra Felicissimo
Charter Oak
Science
2019-2020
Rob and Tiffany Grossman Grant: Roots of Government
Rebecca Behlman
Lead Teacher & Michelle Faenza
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Social Studies
Technology
2019-2020
Waves: Sound & Light
Rebecca Behlman
Lead Teacher & Gina Navarra
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
Music
Language Arts
Physical Health Education
Science
Social Studies
Technology
2019-2020
Langsner Family Grant: Wingmasters~ Appreciating Native American Culture and Birds of Prey
Adrianne Giammatteo
Lead Teacher & Nora Brown
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Science
Social Studies
2019-2020
State Farm Insurance Agent, Mario Russo Grant: Alternative Energy with Algae Bio-reactors
Timothy Decker
Lead Teacher
Conard High School
Math
Science
Technology
2019-2020
West Hartford SEPTO Grant: Employability Skills For All
Neil Cummings
Lead Teacher & Joanne Ruggiero
Carol Brusa
Conard High School
Other
2019-2020
Hoffman Auto Group Grant: Farm-in-School: Bringing sustainably grown food into our school cafeteria
Timothy Kessler
Lead Teacher & Marcy Zacchea
Julio Duarte
Conard High School
Science
Technology
Other
2019-2020
Tom & Carol Lorenzo Grant: Leveling the Playing Field
Lori Foote
Lead Teacher & Jessica Blitzer (Conard)
Conard High School
Other
2019-2020
Steve and Kathryn Deane Family Grant: Ocean Awareness
Virgil Handberry
Lead Teacher
Conard High School
Science
Technology
Other
2019-2020
Optometric Specialty Group Grant: Voces8 Workshop
Samuel Eurich
Lead Teacher
Conard High School
Music
2019-2020
West Hartford Chamber of Commerce Grant: Rebel Girls Reading Project
Ramona Puchalski Piretti
Lead Teacher
Conard High School
Language Arts
2019-2020
Lexham West Hartford Grant: Full STEaM Ahead with STEM Bins ~ Science and Engineering in Our World
Kim Jackson
Lead Teacher
Duffy
Math
Science
Technology
2019-2020
Cantor Family Grant: Hip Hop for Mindfulness: Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds
Kim Jackson
Lead Teacher & Rob Deveau
Duffy
Visual Arts
Music
Physical Health Education
Science
Social Studies
2019-2020
Greenspan Family Grant ~ An Inside Look at the Criminal Justice System: Visiting Cheshire Correctional & Meeting with Inmates Serving Life Sentences
Jessica Palliardi
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
Social Studies
2019-2020
Optometric Specialty Group Grant: Biotechnology and the Genome Generation
Benjamin Norland
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
Science
2019-2020
West Hartford Education Association Grant: Enhancing Student Learning with Coral Reef Aquariums
Anthony Wasley
Lead Teacher & Mike Rollins
Hall High School
Science
Technology
2019-2020
Webersen Family Grant: Genocide Today ~ A Voice from the Congo
Carolyn Shea
Lead Teacher & Monica Ahern
Hall High School
Social Studies
2019-2020
Hawkins Family Grant: Go Baby Go! Using Engineering and Adaptive Technology to Modify Ride-On Cars for Children with Limited Mobility
Michael Wilkosz
Lead Teacher & Anthony Truss (Conard)
Sebastian Fortuna (Hall)
Nicholas Adler (Sedgwick)
Nevin Picard (King Philip)
Hall High School
Math
Physical Health Education
Science
Technology
Other
2019-2020
Dr. Robert and Gladys Dunn Memorial Grant: Life in West Hartford: Getting Local History into the schools
Chad Ellis
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
Social Studies
2019-2020
Bouvier Insurance Grant: Micro Businesses in the 21st Century
Ellen Matos
Lead Teacher & Anna Matthews
Noreen Branley
Hall High School
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Math
Other
2019-2020
O'Meara Real Estate Group Grant: That Happened in West Hartford? Local History in the Classroom
Chad Ellis
Lead Teacher & Steve Bassi (Conard)
Patrick McManus (Hall)
Lindsay Roberts (Charter Oak)
Tracy Scutari (Duffy)
Hall High School
Social Studies
2019-2020
Heather Congdon Memorial Grant: Understanding Indigenous People, Genocide, and Resilience in New England and Beyond
Jessica Palliardi
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
Social Studies
2019-2020
FLOW (Future Leaders of West Hartford) Grant: Move, Breathe, Smile--Connect, Relax and Feel Better
Robert Felekey
Lead Teacher & Erin Rauseo
Dave Masters
Laura Wilson
King Philip Middle School
Physical Health Education
Science
Other
2019-2020
Cricket Press Grant: Pathfinders: Increasing Independent Orientation for Students with Special Needs
Christina Foreman
Lead Teacher & Melinda Calhoun (Conard)
Mary Beth Manzi (Wolcott)
King Philip Middle School
Other
2019-2020
James M. Ellis Memorial Grant: Student Leadership Development towards Cultural Competency
Rebecca Lewis
Lead Teacher & Justin Gusy
King Philip Middle School
Social Studies
Other
2019-2020
Frank Webb Home Grant: Witness Stones, West Hartford
Jessica Blizter Lead Teacher & Sally Nyhan
Jennifer Omartian (Bristow)
Stephen Camberis (Sedgwick)
Bill Dewitt (King Philip)
King Philip Middle School
Social Studies
2019-2020
West Hartford Administrators Association Grant: London Calling
Heather Alerte
Lead Teacher
Morley
Language Arts
Other
2019-2020
Stop & Shop Grant: She Blinded Me With Science
Heather Alerte
Lead Teacher
Morley
Science
2019-2020
Judy and John Bierly Grant: Cultural Diversity in the World of Writing- Won Ldy Paye- An African Author and Storyteller
Jessica Johnson
Lead Teacher
Norfeldt
Visual Arts
Music
Language Arts
Social Studies
2019-2020
Frankie and Bob Goldfarb Grant: Engaging in Cultural Competence-Exploring and Engaging in Hip Hop Dance
Jessica Johnson
Lead Teacher
Norfeldt
Visual Arts
Music
Physical Health Education
Social Studies
2019-2020
Racial Justice Student Training
Aimee Heaton
Lead Teacher & Jill Larson
Rick Bassett
Norfeldt
Social Studies
Other
2019-2020
Frank Webb Home Grant: Sail Away with STEM!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher & Ali Campagna
Norfeldt
Math
Science
Technology
2019-2020
GYL Financial Synergies LLC Grant: Super Scintillating Science -Building excitement for Science in First Grade
Jessica Johnson
Lead Teacher
Norfeldt
Science
2019-2020
Rogo Distributors Grant: Enhancing Vocational Skills
Anna Elfenbaum
Lead Teacher
Post-Secondary
Other
2019-2020
Anne and Jim Carroll Grant: Cooking used as a way for students to collaborate and socialize
Corinne Harrington
Lead Teacher & Datwan Bryant
STRIVE
Language Arts
Math
Other
2019-2020
Dougie and Tom Trumble Grant: Empowering Students for a "Budding" Future
Anna Elfenbaum
Lead Teacher & Elisabeth Peterson
Mike Davis
STRIVE
Language Arts
Math
Physical Health Education
Science
Social Studies
Other
2019-2020
Falvey Linen and Uniform Supply Grant: Project Adventure
Anna Swierczynski
Lead Teacher
School Engagement Program
Other
2019-2020
JP Carroll Construction Grant: Bits and Bytes
Alison Foley
Lead Teacher & Jackie Corricelli (Conard)
Smith
Math
Other
2019-2020
Cigna Foundation Matching Gifts Program Grant: Cuddle up to a Good Book - Building Literacy Skills and Relationships at Home
Sara Novak
Lead Teacher & Kelly Frenette
Michelle Deegan
Smith
Language Arts
Other
2019-2020
Macca Plumbing & Heating Grant: Mythology Comes Alive!
Ruth Luipold
Lead Teacher
Smith
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2019-2020
Goldbeck Family Grant: Newcomer Adventures: Exploring My New Community
Amy Little
Lead Teacher
Chalise Ross & Ann Graboski
Smith
Other
2019-2020
Frankie and Bob Goldfarb Grant: Reading and Writing aROUND the Music Room
Jessica Nix
Lead Teacher
Webster Hill
Music
2019-2020
Goldbeck Family Grant: See, Feel, Hear, Taste and Smell... Making Sense of the Auerfarm
Randi Leopold
Lead Teacher & Elizabeth Cannone (Charter Oak)
Nichola Dustin (Charter Oak)
Martina Cravedi (Smith)
Cindy Barron (Charter Oak)
Webster Hill
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
2019-2020
Pauluk Family Grant: Developing a Deeper Understanding of Connecticut History
Suzy Sinatro
Lead Teacher
Whiting Lane
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Social Studies
2019-2020
Smith Brothers Insurance Grant: Mythology Lives!
Suzy Sinatro
Lead Teacher & Laurie Perry (Morley)
Whiting Lane
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2019-2020
West Hartford Chamber of Commerce Grant: Field Trip to Chapter 126 Sports and Fitness Center
Eric Feeney
Lead Teacher
Wolcott
Physical Health Education
Other
2019-2020
Rob and Tiffany Grossman Grant: Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls 2
Matthew Dicks
Lead Teacher
Wolcott
Language Arts
Social Studies
2019-2020
Nolin Selby Fund of the Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation Grant: Vision of the Future
Matthew Dicks
Lead Teacher
Wolcott
Other
2018-2019
Leslie & Jason Congdon Grant: Staying Healthy with Hip Hop!
Dan Golden
Lead Teacher
Aiken
Physical Health Education
2018-2019
Macca Plumbing Grant: Makerspace
Cathy Davis
Lead Teacher
Lindsey Mulready
Aiken
Visual Arts
Math
Science
2018-2019
Cricket Press Grant: Pencil Power Publications
June Mann
Lead Teacher
Kathleen Hayes
Braeburn
Language Arts
2018-2019
West Hartford Retired Educators Association Grant: Flying with BeeBots
Claudine Lavoie
Lead Teacher
Braeburn
Language Arts
Social Studies
Technology
2018-2019
Catherine & Martin Woods Family Grant: Reading with Dragons
Claudine Lavoie
Lead Teacher
Braeburn
Language Arts
2018-2019
Cullina Family Grant: Silkworms and their importance to China
Susan Winslow
Lead Teacher
Bristow Middle School
Social Studies
2018-2019
Tom & Carol Lorenzo Grant: South Korea ~ Technology Today and the Art of Lantern Making
Kelly Smurthwaite
Lead Teacher
Bristow Middle School
Visual Arts
Technology
2018-2019
FLOW (Future Leaders of West Hartford) Grant: MAKE a Difference with Fleece Blankets
Melissa Thom
Lead Teacher
Brittany Leghorn
Tara Ehler
Jennifer Omartian
Bristow Middle School
Social Studies
Other ~ Library and Makerspace
2018-2019
Alexander M. and Catherine Maus Wright Grant: Unified Voices: Using floor microphones to make all voices heard
Mackenzie Fitzgerald
Lead Teacher
Emily Camargo
Giovanna Roche
Bristow Middle School
Music
Technology
Other ~Unified Theater & public speaking
2018-2019
Margaret N. and Adrian Selby Grant: A Cultural Experience with Won-Ldy Paye
Kristen Pildis
Lead Teacher
Patti Farquhar
Lindsay Bougor
Bugbee
Visual Arts
Music
Language Arts
Social Studies
2018-2019
Carson Family Foundation Grant: Reading From A to Z
Patti Farquhar
Lead Teacher
Shirley Green
Rachel Nelson
Kirsten Pildis
Lindsay Bougor
Valerie Hansen
Suzanne Atwood
Bugbee
Language Arts
2018-2019
Rob and Tiffany Grossman Grant: Roots of Government
Gina Navarra
Lead Teacher
Rebecca Behlman
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Social Studies
2018-2019
Carson Family Foundation Grant: Connecticut River Simulation/Exploration
Rebecca Behlman
Lead Teacher
Gina Navarra
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Science
Social Studies
Other ~ International Baccalaureate
2018-2019
Atria Hamilton Heights Grant: Experiencing Science
Kirsten Sanderson
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Science
2018-2019
Founders Grant in honor of Dougie Trumble and Heather Congdon: Birds of Prey
Adrianne Giammatteo
Lead Teacher
Nora Brown
Michelle Florence
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Science
2018-2019
Dougie & Tom Trumble Grant: Building Cultural Appreciation for Indigenous Peoples
Lindsey Roberts
Lead Teacher
JoAnn Lizon
Kirsten Sanderson
Cristina Perriello
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Science
Social Studies
2018-2019
James M. Ellis Memorial Grant: Deepening our Understanding of Language and Culture
Cristina Perriello
Lead Teacher
Kris Plasse
Jo-Ann Lizon
Lindsey Roberts
Charter Oak
Social Studies
World Language
Other ~ Communication
2018-2019
Great by 8 Grant: Prolific Pollinator Paradise
Elizabeth Cannone
Lead Teacher
Nichola Dustin
Charter Oak
Science
Other ~ The school has an identity that examines global issues and how we all share the planet. This grant would enhance the exploration of these topics.
2018-2019
Dr. Scott and Cyndi Brown Family Grant: A Trip to the United Nations
Montserrat Rich
Lead Teacher
Abigail Esposito (Conard High School)
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Science
Social Studies
World Language
2018-2019
Pauluk Family Grant: Playwrights at the Playhouse
Corinne Kravetz
Lead Teacher
Hunter Parker (Hall High School)
Conard High School
Other ~ Theatre Arts
2018-2019
Anne & Jim Carroll Grant: Who's Behind the Mask?
Corinne Kravetz
Lead Teacher
Conard High School
Other ~ Theatre Arts
2018-2019
Dr. Scott and Cyndi Brown Family Grant: Pug Mill
Jessica Fallis
Lead Teacher
Conard High School
Visual Arts
2018-2019
Rob and Tiffany Grossman Grant: A Scientific Eye: Electricity, Magnets, and Optics In the World Around Us
Kim Jackson
Lead Teacher
Jill Larson (Norfeldt School)
Duffy
Science
Technology
2018-2019
Seritage Growth Properties Grant: Be Somebody!
Christine Mori
Lead Teacher
Liz Schott
Laura Veilleux
Jill Dailey
Duffy
Visual Arts
Other ~ Health
2018-2019
Hawkins Family Grant: Books in Many Languages
Katherine Prigodich
Lead Teacher
Duffy
Language Arts
World Language
Other ~ ESOL
2018-2019
Atria Hamilton Heights Grant: Hip Hop Hooray! Dancing our Way to Teamwork and Health
Kim Jackson
Lead Teacher
Rob Deveau
Duffy
Visual Arts
Music
Physical Health Education
Science
Social Studies
2018-2019
Anthony & Aidan Casarella Grant: A Miracle of Modern Science with Distance Learning
Rebecca Pauluk
Lead Teacher
RickBassett (Norfeldt School)
Duffy
Science
2018-2019
Frank Webb Home Grant: Books as Mirrors and Windows
Candace Detrick
Lead Teacher
Jack Nilsen
Duffy
Language Arts
2018-2019
West Hartford SEPTO Grant: Micro Businesses in the 21st Century
Ellen Matos
Lead Teacher
Anna Matthews
Noreen Branley
Hall High School
Visual Arts
Technology
Other ~ Vocational Skills
2018-2019
Cantor Family Grant: Virtual & Augmented Reality in the Classroom with Oculus Rift
Michael Wilkosz
Lead Teacher
Scott Sampeitro
Anthony Truss (Conard High School)
James Genovese (Conard High School)
Hall High School
Visual Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
Technology
2018-2019
Bank of America Grant: An Inside Look at the U.S. Prison System: Visiting the Women of York Correctional
Jessica Palliardi
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
Social Studies
2018-2019
Dr. Robert and Glady's Dunn Grant: Adventurer in the House!
Joshua Satlof
Lead Teacher
Alisha Mayer
Matt Bannon
King Philip Middle School
Language Arts
Social Studies
2018-2019
Heather Congdon Memorial Grant: Move, Breathe, Smile--Connect, Relax and Feel Better
Robert Felekey
Lead Teacher
Dave Masters
Erin Rauseo
Laura Wilson
King Philip Middle School
Physical Health Education
Science
Other ~ Counseling
2018-2019
Frankie & Bob Goldfarb Grant: The Candyman Can
Heather Alerte
Lead Teacher
Morley
Music
Language Arts
2018-2019
Anthony & Aidan Casarella Grant: Students + Osmo = STEAM + Fun!
Brenda Smith
Lead Teacher
ElysePost-Perez
Morley
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Math
Technology
2018-2019
Bridgewater Chocolate Grant: IXL as a Tool for Small Group Instruction
Rick Bassett
Lead Teacher
Aimee Heaton
Ali Campagna
Jill Larson
Emily Laucks
Norfeldt
Language Arts
Math
Science
Technology
2018-2019
State Farm Insurance Agent Mario Russo Grant: JusTme
Michelle Tremblay Lacroix
Lead Teacher
Norfeldt
Other ~ Mindfulness & Daily Well Being
2018-2019
J. P. Carroll Construction Grant: SUPER SCINTILLATING SCIENCE
Jessica Johnson
Lead Teacher
Norfeldt
Science
2018-2019
Falvey Linen and Uniform Supply Grant: Launching Literacy with the Nutmeg Nominees
Lori Andrada
Lead Teacher
Norfeldt
Language Arts
Technology
2018-2019
Rogo Distributors Grant: Pictures Open Doors to Narrative Writing
Lori Durocher
Lead Teacher
Norfeldt
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2018-2019
Gengras Motor Cars Grant: Unique Learning System: Differentiated Academic Modules for Students with Special Needs
Lynnette Kaschke
Lead Teacher
Michelle LaCroix
Norfeldt
Language Arts
Math
Physical Health Education
Science
Social Studies
Technology
2018-2019
Smith Brothers Insurance Grant: Inspiring Equity Continued…Diverse Abled Storytelling
Michelle Tremblay Lacroix
Norfeldt
2018-2019
West Hartford SEPTO Grant: Cooking Used as a Social Activity to Engage Students
Corinne Harrington
Lead Teacher
Datwan Bryant
STRIVE
Language Arts
Math
Other ~ psychology
2018-2019
Dougie & Tom Trumble Grant: Everyone has a Story to Tell -- Creatively Writing Personal Narratives
Sara Tamborello
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
2018-2019
Cigna Foundation Matching Gifts Program Grant: Mind Body Connections During Learning Labs
Bob Lorenzo
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Physical Health Education
2018-2019
Optometric Specialty Group Grant: "Amplify"'d 7th grade Science!
Leslie Bruenn
Lead Teacher
Areej Nitowski
Tim Kessler
Susan Chasen
Sedgwick Middle School
Science
2018-2019
West Hartford Chamber of Commerce and Westfarms Grant: 3D Printer
Nicholas Adler
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Technology
2018-2019
Dowd Family Grant: Ginny Lowe Connors, Poet-in-Residence
Shannon McNeice
Lead Teacher
Kyra Blair
Melody Moore
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
2018-2019
West Hartford Chamber of Commerce and Westfarms Grant: Robotics Playing Field & Robotic Parts
Rachel Kane
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Technology
2018-2019
J.P. Carroll Construction Grant: Books are Mirrors, Windows, and Sliding Doors: Diversifying Classroom Libraries
Sonya Stemmer
Shannon McNeice
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
Social Studies
2018-2019
Frank Webb Home Grant: Electrifying Creations with LittleBits
Angela Giliberto
Lead Teacher
Sharon Zajack
Katie Fournier
Smith
Language Arts
Science
Technology
2018-2019
Goldbeck Family Grant: Solve the 3D Mystery Location!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Ali Campagna (Norfeldt School)
Smith
Social Studies
Technology
2018-2019
Duprey Family Grant: Learning Floats Our Boat!
Sharon Zajack
Lead Teacher
Sabrina Santos
Eric Goldberg
Smith
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
Technology
2018-2019
West Hartford Administrators Association Grant: Bits and Bytes
Alison Foley
Lead Teacher
Jackie Corricelli (Conard High School)
Kathy Hardesty
Smith
Math
Science
Technology
Other Computer Science
2018-2019
Jeffrey A. Palmer Memorial Grant: Centers in the Music Classroom
Rebecca Saraceno
Smith
Music
2018-2019
West Hartford Education Association Grant: Cider and Syrup-Learning how food goes from farm to table
Randi Leopold
Lead Teacher
Martina Cravedi (Smith)
Elizabeth Cannone (Charter Oak)
Nichola Dustin (Charter Oak)
Cindy Barron (Charter Oak)
Webster Hill
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
2018-2019
Goldbeck Family Grant: Come on, let's code!
Joseph Tavera
Lead Teacher
Caroline Anderson
Virginia L'Etoile
Webster Hill
Math
Science
Technology
Other ~ Engineering
2018-2019
Crate & Barrel Grant: Let's experience CT!
Dawn Beckley
Lead Teacher
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
Social Studies
2018-2019
Frankie & Bob Goldfarb Grant: Mythology Up Close and In Person!
Suzy Sinatro
Lead Teacher
Jen Hall (Morley School)
Whiting Lane
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2018-2019
Gengras Motor Cars Grant: Mindfulness Room for Social-Emotional Learning
Rosemary Hill
Lead Teacher
Ryan Cronin
Teresa Bish
Kelley Flammia
Nancy Farooque
Whiting Lane
Physical Health Education
Other ~ Social-Emotional Learning
2018-2019
Thomas Ford Memorial Grant: Reading with Connections
Amy Fisher
Lead Teacher
Michelle Sebastianelli
Josh Ranaudo
Wolcott
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Social Studies
2018-2019
Lexham Properties Grant: The Art of Water ~ Observing Science Through a Lens
Joshua Ranaudo
Lead Teacher
Cathy Fagan
Amy Fisher
Michelle Sebastianelli
Wolcott
Science
Technology
2018-2019
Civic Participation Grant: Capitol Tour and History Museum
Cathy Fagan
Lead Teacher
Wolcott
Language Arts
Social Studies
2018-2019
Civic Participation Grant: Hiking the Freedom Trail
Steve Brouse
Lead Teacher
Wolcott
Language Arts
Social Studies
2018-2019
Founders Grant in honor of Dougie Trumble and Heather Congdon Grant: Craving some Rebel Girls
Matthew Dicks
Lead Teacher
Wolcott
Language Arts
Social Studies
2018-2019
Mr. and Mrs. David Dupee Grant: CT Historical Society
Cathy Fagan
Lead Teacher
Joshua Ranaudo
Wolcott
Language Arts
Social Studies
2018-2019
Kathryn & Stephen Deane Family Grant: A Vision of the Future
Matthew Dicks
Lead Teacher
Wolcott
Other ~ Career readiness
2018-2019
B.R.A.G Creative Marketing Grant: Meet Monet and Friends
Karen Abels
Lead Teacher
Jennifer Clinton
Emily Thurston
Wolcott
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
2017-2018
Woods Family Grant: Read Around the World
Karen Gravel
Lead Teacher Helena Mansfield
Braeburn
Language Arts
2017-2018
Tammy and Kevin Cullina Grant: Silkworms and their importance to China
Susan Winslow
Lead Teacher
Bristow Middle School
Social Studies
2017-2018
Model United Nations Club
Susan Winslow
Lead Teacher
Bristow Middle School
Social Studies
2017-2018
Smith Brothers Insurance Grant: Manufacturing Enterprise ~ The Freedom Pen Project
Dawn Anstett
Lead Teacher
Bristow Middle School
Technology
Other
2017-2018
Carol & Tom Lorenzo Grant: Artist in-Residence: Stefanie Lantz and Found Object Sculpture
Kelly Smurthwaite
Lead Teacher
Bristow Middle School
Visual Arts
2017-2018
Cricket Press Grant: South Korea~Technology today and the Art of Lantern Making
Kelly Smurthwaite
Lead Teacher
Bristow Middle School
Visual Arts
Social Studies
Technology
2017-2018
CT Historical Society Field Trip
Suzanne Atwood
Lead Teacher Valerie Hansen
Shirley Green
Bugbee
Social Studies
2017-2018
Rogo Distributors Grant: Making Math Fun All Year
Suzanne Atwood
Lead Teacher Valerie Hansen
Shirley Green
Bugbee
Math
2017-2018
J.P. Carroll Construction Grant: Master Mathematics with Magna-Tiles
Elyse Post Perez
Lead Teacher
Bugbee
Math
Other
2017-2018
Reading From A to Z
Patti Farquhar
Lead Teacher Shirley Green
Rachel Nelson
Kristen Pildis
Bugbee
Language Arts
2017-2018
Alexander M. and Catherine Maus Wright Grant: African Artist In Residence~Won-Ldy Paye
Kristen Pildis
Lead Teacher Patti Farquhar
Lindsay Bougor
Bugbee
Visual Arts
Music
Language Arts
Social Studies
2017-2018
Frank Webb's Bath & Lighting Center Grant: A Day with Author/Illustrator Grace Lin
Liz Nascimento
Lead Teacher
Bugbee
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Social Studies
2017-2018
Birds of Prey
Adrianne Giammatteo
Lead Teacher Nora Brown
Michelle Florence
Charter Oak
Science
2017-2018
Roots of Government
Gina Navarra
Lead Teacher Rebecca Behlman
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Social Studies
Technology
2017-2018
Dr. Scott & Cyndi Brown Family Grant: A Trip to the United Nations
Montse Rich
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Science
Social Studies
World Language
2017-2018
Experiencing Science
Kirsten Sanderson
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Science
2017-2018
Pauluk Family Grant: Passport to World Music
Melissa Zych
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Music
Physical Health Education
Science
Social Studies
2017-2018
B.R.A.G Creative Marketing Grant: Writing and Illustrating as Inquiry
Kirsten Sanderson
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2017-2018
Macca Plumbing & Heating: Playful Learning with the Playhouse
Kirsten Sanderson
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2017-2018
West Hartford Chamber of Commerce and Westfarms Mall Grant: Maker It So Build and Craft
Roszena Haskins
Lead Teacher Tim Kessler
Conard High School
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
Technology
Other
2017-2018
Goldbeck Family Grant: Human Adult and Fetal Skeleton for Instruction in the Life Sciences
Bonnie Mayer
Lead Teacher
Conard High School
Science
2017-2018
Dr. Scott & Cyndi Brown Family Grant: Conflict, Crisis, and Creativity: Mohamad Hafez
Brigid Kennedy
Lead Teacher Robert Loebell (Hall)
Rachael Martinelli (Hall)
Elise Dunphe (Hall)
Conard High School
Visual Arts
Social Studies
2017-2018
Anne & Jim Carroll Grant: Magnets, Electricity and Optics in the World Around Us
Kim Jackson
Lead Teacher Rick Bassett (Norfeldt)
Duffy
Science
Technology
2017-2018
Carson Family Foundation Grant: Great Artist Unit- Art in Residency
Laura Veilleux
Lead Teacher Noreen Cavanaugh
Duffy
Visual Arts
2017-2018
Seritage Growth Properties Grant: Mike the Science Guy for 3rd Grade
Gayle Campbell
Lead Teacher
Duffy
Science
2017-2018
These Little Lights of Mine
Rebecca Pauluk
Lead Teacher
Duffy
Science
2017-2018
Falvey Linen & Uniform Supply Grant: Time to Rock and Roll!
Rebecca Pauluk
Lead Teacher
Duffy
Science
2017-2018
Heather Congdon Memorial Grant: Chariot of the Sun
Rebecca Pauluk
Lead Teacher
Duffy
Language Arts
2017-2018
Hawkins Family Grant: Step Back Into Time: Primary Sources in Action
Sheila Levanti
Lead Teacher
Duffy
Language Arts
Social Studies
2017-2018
Spelling? I'm Game for That!
Stephen Lewis
Lead Teacher
Duffy
Language Arts
2017-2018
West Hartford Education Association Grant: At the (Science) Center of it All
Sheila Levanti
Lead Teacher
Duffy
Science
2017-2018
Books in Many Languages
Kate Prigodich
Lead Teacher
Duffy
Language Arts
2017-2018
Dougie & Tom Trumble Grant: An Inside Look at the U.S. Prison System:Visiting the Women of York Correctional Institute
Jessica Palliardi
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
Social Studies
2017-2018
West Hartford Administrators Association: Chem 4 Kids
Johanna Foley
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
Science
2017-2018
Are you a College and Career Ready Reader?
Theresa Giannitti
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
Language Arts
Technology
2017-2018
State Farm Insurace Grant: eNABLE Prosthetic 3D Printed Hand Challenge
Michael Wilkosz
Lead Teacher Anthony Truss (Conard)
Charles McDermott (Conard)
Hall High School
Math
Science
Technology
2017-2018
Poetry CSI
Kim Piccioli
Lead Teacher Sheila Levanti (Duffy)
Hall High School
Language Arts
2017-2018
West Hartford SEPTO Grant: Microbusiness Pilot Program
Amanda Upchurch
Lead Teacher Anna Matthews
Hall High School
Social Studies
Other
2017-2018
West Hartford Chamber of Commerce and Westfarms Mall Grant: Introducing Micro-Businesses
Anna Elfenbaum
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
Visual Arts
Math
Science
Other
2017-2018
Teacher of the Year Finalist Grant ~ Enhancing Student Learning with Coral Reef Aquariums
Anthony Wasley
Hall High School
Science
2017-2018
The Mindful Middle Schooler & the 3 R's: Relax, Refocus & Reduce Stress
Alison Lessard
Lead Teacher
King Philip Middle School
Other
2017-2018
Dr. Robert & Gladys Dunn Grant: Creating Organized Chaos, a Visit from Artist Mijumi
Stacey Grindle
Lead Teacher
King Philip Middle School
Visual Arts
2017-2018
Frankie & Bob Goldfarb Grant: Interpreting the Natural World through Paper Sculpture: Artist Residency with Amy Genser
Megan Cassidy
Lead Teacher
King Philip Middle School
Visual Arts
2017-2018
Crate & Barrel Grant: Discovering Meaning through Recycled and Found Objects: Collaboration with Silas Finch
Eina Rieger
Lead Teacher
King Philip Middle School
Visual Arts
2017-2018
Lexham West Hartford Grant: Expand Science Club So More Students Can Participate in Science & Engineering Projects
Robert Felekey
Lead Teacher Carey Poetzsch
Margaret Reagan
Marni Paulus
Maryann Salvatore
King Philip Middle School
Math
Science
Technology
Other
2017-2018
Dominant Language Novels for ELLs
Johannah Kosienski
Lead Teacher
King Philip Middle School
Language Arts
2017-2018
Frank Webb's Bath & Lighting Center Grant: Ready, Set, Science!
Jennifer La Forte
Lead Teacher Kim Ashworth
Barbara Flores
Morley
Language Arts
Science
Technology
2017-2018
Binkhorst Family Grant: Break out of the Box with Breakout EDU
Brenda Smith
Lead Teacher Jennifer Slifer
Elyse Post-Perez
Morley
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
Other
2017-2018
Great by 8 Grant: Gardening for Everyone
Michelle Wendehack
Lead Teacher
Norfeldt
Math
Science
2017-2018
Margaret N. and Adrian Selby Grant: Interdisciplinary Visual Thinking Strategies with Real Life Applications
Jamie Kaminski
Lead Teacher Lori Andrada
Norfeldt
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2017-2018
Gengras Motor Car Grant: Students Gain Confidence with Read & Write for Google
Lynnette Kaschke
Lead Teacher
STRIVE
Visual Arts
Music
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
Technology
World Language
Other
2017-2018
Mr. & Mrs. David Dupee Grant: Cooking Used as a Social Activity to Engage Students
Corinne Harrington
Lead Teacher Datwan Bryant
STRIVE
Language Arts
Math
Other
2017-2018
Listening to Learn
Melody Moore
Lead Teacher Meghan Gaignard
MaryAnn Swain
Shannon McNeice
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
2017-2018
State Farm Insurance Grant: STEM in the Makerspace
Shannon McNeice
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Visual Arts
Science
Technology
2017-2018
Building a Better Mousetrap~ Rube Goldberg Challenge
Shannon McNeice
Lead Teacher Ted Goerner
Trevor Coon
Chris Bombara
Sedgwick Middle School
Science
Other
2017-2018
Teacher of Year Finalist Grant ~ Breakout
Pamela Matway
Sedgwick Middle School
Math
2017-2018
Bringing History To Life Through Literature Circles
Sabrina Santos
Lead Teacher
Smith
Language Arts
Social Studies
2017-2018
Cantor Family Grant: We're Talking Books
RuthLuipold
Lead TeacherEileen Carlson
Angela Giliberto
Smith
Language Arts
2017-2018
Chiaw Eei Ng Gibson & Jonathan Gibson Grant: Bits and Bytes Partnership
Alison Foley
Lead Teacher Jackie Corricelli (Conard)
Smith
Math
Science
Technology
2017-2018
Papasavas Family Understanding and Respecting our Differences Grant: Learning Adventures on the Atlantic
Sharon Zajack
Lead Teacher Sarah Ayoub
Elizabeth Harty
Sabrina Santos
Smith
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
Technology
2017-2018
Bridgewater Chocolate Grant: Take Flight!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher Ali Campagna (Norfeldt)
Smith
Science
2017-2018
Teacher of Year Finalist Grant
Luis Ramirez
Smith
Other
2017-2018
Goldbeck Family Grant: Red, Clear to Brown... What's on the Ground? or in the Bucket?
Randi Leopold
Lead Teacher Martina Cravedi (Smith)
Elizabeth Cannone (Charter Oak)
Nichola Dustin (Charter Oak)
Cindy Barron (Charter Oak)
Webster Hill
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
2017-2018
West Hartford Education Association Grant: Mythology Speaks to Us!
Suzy Sinatro
Lead Teacher Jen Hall (Morley)
Whiting Lane
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2017-2018
Dr. James J. Moore Memorial Grant: Cultural Connections
Ryan Cronin
Lead Teacher Maria Genca (Hall)
Whiting Lane
Other
2017-2018
Books in Many Languages
Ryan Cronin
Lead Teacher Lee Gluck
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
2017-2018
Thomas Ford Memorial Grant: Natural Photography
Cathy Fagan
Lead Teacher Joshua Ranaudo
Wolcott
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Science
2017-2018
Gengras Motor Car Grant: Listen to Learn
Sarah Lynch
Lead Teacher
Wolcott
Language Arts
2017-2018
Visiting the State Capitol
Cathy Fagan
Lead Teacher
Wolcott
Language Arts
Social Studies
2017-2018
Carson Family Foundation Grant: Reading with Connections in-residence
Amy Fisher
Lead Teacher Cathy Fagan
Christine Mori
Josh Ranaudo
Wolcott
Language Arts
2017-2018
Duprey Family Grant: Composting and Gardening
Karen Abels
Lead Teacher Jennifer Clinton
Emily Thurston
Wolcott
Language Arts
Math
Physical Health Education
Science
2017-2018
BE A PAGE TURNER!
Wendy Gorfain
Lead Teacher
Wolcott
Language Arts
2017-2018
Women's Health Specialty Care Grant: A Vision of the Future
Matthew Dicks
Lead Teacher
Wolcott
Other
2017-2018
Snap Circuits: Exciting Electricity
Matthew Dicks
Lead Teacher
Wolcott
Science
2016-2017
Stacy Murray Family Grant: Healthy Hearts & Hip Hop Art
Victoria Reynolds
Lead Teacher
Aiken
Visual Arts
Music
Language Arts
Physical Health Education
2016-2017
Teacher of the Year Finalist Grant~ Skype with Sarah Weeks
Stephen O'Brien
Aiken
Language Arts
2016-2017
Dr. Nancy DePalma Grant: A.M.P. (Art, Music, P.E.) Hip-Hop Workshop
Bonnie Arcari
Lead Teacher Kristin O'Connor
Brittany Kearny
Braeburn
Visual Arts
Music
Physical Health Education
2016-2017
Taking Learning to New Heights
Mary Bohn
Lead Teacher Ellen Cercone
Braeburn
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
2016-2017
Authentic Texts for Authentic Writers
Mary Bohn
Lead Teacher
Braeburn
Language Arts
2016-2017
Silkworms and their importance in ancient China
Susan Winslow
Lead Teacher
Bristow Middle School
Social Studies
2016-2017
Sarah Lewis Ferrebee Memorial Grant: Cultural Connections through Music: Brazil
Karla McClain
Lead Teacher
Bristow Middle School
Music
Social Studies
2016-2017
Falvey Linen & Uniform Supply Grant: Design Build and Code Your Robot
Dawn Anstett
Lead Teacher
Bristow Middle School
Math
Science
Technology
2016-2017
J.P. Carroll Roofing Grant: Creativity Unleashed with LitteBITS in the Library Makerspace and Beyond
Melissa Thom
Lead Teacher Janice Lavangie
Tracy Bennett
Kathy Egan
Bristow Middle School
Math
Science
2016-2017
Thomas Ford Memorial Grant: African Artist in Residence- Won Ldy Paye
Jessica Johnson
Lead Teacher Kristen Pildis
PattiFarquhar
Bugbee
Visual Arts
Music
Language Arts
Social Studies
World Language
2016-2017
Reading From A to Z
Patti Farquhar
Lead Teacher Jessica Johnson
Kristen Pildis
Bugbee
Language Arts
2016-2017
Japan Experience
Suzanne Atwood
Lead Teacher Valerie Hansen
Shirley Green
Alison Gannon
Bugbee
Visual Arts
Music
Social Studies
2016-2017
West Hartford Administrators Association Grant in honor of Natalie Schulman's Retirement: Roots of Government
Gina Navarra
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Social Studies
2016-2017
Water Wars
Gina Navarra
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
Music
Language Arts
Science
2016-2017
Activity Lending Library-Fun for "ALL"
Alanna Goldberg
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Math
Science
Other
2016-2017
Cooking Up The Curriculum
Melissa Caballero
Lead Teacher Alanna Goldberg
MaryAnn Muccino
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Math
2016-2017
North American Birds of Prey
Adrianne Giammatteo
Lead Teacher Michelle Florence
Nora Brown
Charter Oak
Science
2016-2017
Carson Family Foundation Grant: Connecticut River Simulation/Exploration
Rebecca Behlman
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Science
Social Studies
Other ~ First hand experience on a schooner
2016-2017
Dr. Scott & Cyndi Brown Family Grant: A Visit to the United Nations
Montserrat Rich
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Social Studies
World Language
2016-2017
In Exploring Differences, We Discover Similarities
Rebecca Behlman
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
Music
Language Arts
Social Studies
2016-2017
Alexander M. and Catherine Maus Wright Grant: Drums Alive - A Body and Mind Educational Experience
Glenn Horowitz
Lead Teacher Melissa Zych
Charter Oak
Music
Language Arts
Math
Physical Health Education
Science
Social Studies
2016-2017
Margaret N. and Adrian Selby Grant: Rick Labadia Author Illustrator In-Residency
Kirsten Sanderson
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2016-2017
Frank Webb's Bath & Lighting Center Grant: See, Think, Create Like an Artist-Inspired by the New Britain Museum of American Art
Penelope Drown
Lead Teacher Sydney Kenna (Bugbee)
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
2016-2017
West Hartford Education Association Grant: Experiencing Science
Kirsten Sanderson
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Science
2016-2017
Teacher of the Year Finalist Grant ~ Mindstorming Computer Science
Jacqueline Corricelli
Conard High School
Science
Technology
2016-2017
Chiaw Eei Ng Gibson & Jonathan Gibson Grant: Mindstorming Computer Science
Michael McCarthy
Lead Teacher Jackie Corricelli
Conard High School
Math
Technology
2016-2017
Put a Little Bounce in Your Seat
Lynette Roy
Lead Teacher
Duffy
Other ~ Compensatory Structures for Active Students
2016-2017
Pauluk Family Grant: Electricity, Magnetism, and Optics... Oh My!
Kim Jackson
Lead Teacher
Duffy
Science
Technology
2016-2017
Tom Lee: Storytelling and the Homeric Tradition
James Shivers
Lead Teacher Carol Blejwas
Hall High School
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2016-2017
Dr. Robert & Gladys Dunn Grant: Enhancing Student Learning with Coral Reef Aquariums
Anthony Wasley
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
Science
Technology
2016-2017
Dougie & Tom Trumble Grant: An Inside Look at the U.S. Prison System:Visiting the Women of York Correctional Institute
Jessica Palliardi
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
Social Studies
2016-2017
Frankie& Bob Goldfarb Grant: Professional Salsa Instruction for Physical Education
Michelle Boire
Lead Teacher PaulaDombek (King Philip Middle School)
Hall High School
Physical Health Education
2016-2017
Teacher of the Year Finalist Grant ~ Apple iPad, Case & Keyboard
Eric Fisher
King Philip Middle School
Math
Technology
2016-2017
Crate & Barrel Grant: Creativity Unleashed with LittleBits in the Library Makerspace
Denise deMello
Lead Teacher
King Philip Middle School
Math
Science
Technology
Other ~ Library Media
2016-2017
Heather Congdon Memorial Grant: Painting with Paper, Inspired by Geography: An artist's residency with Amy Genser
Megan Cassidy
Lead Teacher Nicole Maldonado (Sedgwick Middle School)
King Philip Middle School
Visual Arts
2016-2017
Author's Skype with Neal Shusterman
Libby Wallace
Lead Teacher Kimberly Harrell
King Philip Middle School
Language Arts
2016-2017
Dr. James J. Moore Memorial Grant: Knit's a Great Way to Help Others!
Kimberly Ashworth
Lead Teacher Jennifer LaForte
Barbara Flores
Dave Barrieau
Jennifer Hall
Morley
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Math
Social Studies
2016-2017
Community Little Library
Mari Beth Hixson
Lead Teacher
Morley
Language Arts
Social Studies
2016-2017
Special Initiative Grant: Producing 21st Century Citizens & Artists
Ryan Cleary
Kelly Brouse
Dawn O'Connor
Erica Stinziani
Morley
Language Arts
Social Studies
Technology
Visual Arts
2016-2017
LaSalle Road Partners Grant: Livin' The Dream With Red Supreme
Kathy Sweetland
Lead Teacher Dan Golden
Norfeldt
Visual Arts
Music
Physical Health Education
Other ~ Library sciences
2016-2017
Ergo Seat
Alixandra Campagna
Lead Teacher Lorie Campagna
Norfeldt
Other ~ Classroom Management
2016-2017
Standing Up For My Education
Brittney Zieller-Bliss
Lead Teacher
Norfeldt
Other ~ Student Wellness
2016-2017
West Hartford SEPTO Grant in honor of Glenn McGrath: Bringing an alternative English class into the future…
Elisabeth Peterson
Lead Teacher
STRIVE
Language Arts
2016-2017
The Art of Social Skills and Cooking
Corinne Harrington
Lead Teacher Datwan Bryant
STRIVE
Language Arts
Math
Other ~ Psychology
2016-2017
Optometric Specialty Group Grant: Digital Sculptural Applications
Anthony Billard
Lead Teacher Shannon McNeice
Sedgwick Middle School
Visual Arts
Technology
2016-2017
Cheryl Greenberg, Carol Anderson Blanks, and Dave Pauluk Grant: Programming the Future: Robotics in the Classroom
Diana Nagler
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Technology
Other ~ Technology Education
2016-2017
Women's Health Specialty Care Grant: A CT Native Shares a Path Less Traveled: Artist Residency with Sculptor, Silas Finch
Nicole Maldonado
Lead Teacher Katie Knight
Anthony Billard
Sedgwick Middle School
Visual Arts
2016-2017
Hawkins Family Grant: ESOL Science Adventure--Affecting Our Environment
Joyce Bogdan
Lead Teacher ChaliseRoss
Johannah Kosienski (King Philip Middle School)
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
Science
Technology
Other ~ English for Speakers of Other Languages
2016-2017
Everyone can be a Maker! : drawing all students to a community makerspace!
Shannon McNeice
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Other ~ Makerspace, STEM
2016-2017
Coding with Bloxels
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher Alison Foley
Smith
Math
Technology
2016-2017
Put that Candle Out with Firefighting Robots!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Smith
Math
Science
Technology
2016-2017
Cricket Press Grant: Teaching on the Edge!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher Courtney Jacklin
JackieMakarewicz
Angela Giliberto
Smith
Math
Science
Social Studies
Technology
2016-2017
Puppets Come Alive through Literacy!
Angela Giliberto
Lead Teacher Angela Bottaro
Michele Haggerty
Eileen Carlson
Smith
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Technology
2016-2017
"Standing" up for kids
Jeff Wallowitz
Lead Teacher
Webster Hill
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Math
Physical Health Education
Science
Social Studies
Technology
World Language
2016-2017
Goldbeck Family Grant: Learning through the Arts
Georgi Kucia
Lead Teacher Donna Corcoran
Beth Mazur
Michelle Stafford
Webster Hill
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Science
2016-2017
Wobble and Work
Suzy Sinatro
Lead Teacher
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
Math
Physical Health Education
Science
Social Studies
2016-2017
Mythology - In Person
Dawn Beckley
Lead Teacher & Jennifer Hall (Morley)
Whiting Lane
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2016-2017
Whole Foods Market Grant: Volley for Skills, Smarts, and Friendship
Chris Kueffner
Lead Teacher
Whiting Lane
Physical Health Education
Other ~ Positive Socialization, Personal Responsibility, Personal Growth
2016-2017
In honor of Dr. Nancy DePalma: Maker Space KICKOFF! Author, Dana Meachen Rau- Inspiring Inquiry and Non-Fiction Writing
Lee Gluck
Lead Teacher
Whiting Lane
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Science
Social Studies
Technology
2016-2017
Rogo Distributors Grant: Cultural Connections - Equal Access for All
Ryan Cronin
Lead Teacher Maria Genca (Hall High School)
Whiting Lane
Other ~ Leadership and Community Outreach
2016-2017
Keck Family Grant: Visualization for Descriptive Writing
Wendy Gorfain
Lead Teacher Jen Leander
Wolcott
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2016-2017
Fostering Empathy
Christine Mori
Lead TeacherAmy Fisher
Josh Ranaudo
Cathy Fagan
Kimberly Benton
Wolcott
Other ~ Social and Emotional Education
2016-2017
A Vision of the Future
Matthew Dicks
Lead Teacher
Wolcott
Other ~ College and career readiness
2016-2017
Cantor Family Grant: Art of Water
Cathy Fagan
Lead Teacher Joshua Ranaudo
Wolcott
Visual Arts
Science
Technology
2016-2017
Yoga Pretzels
Christine Mori
Lead Teacher Beth Glasier
Wolcott
Physical Health Education
Other ~ Social and Other - Emotional Education
2016-2017
Take a Stand
Amy Fisher
Lead Teacher Christine Mori
Cathy Fagan
Joshua Ranaudo
Kimberly Benton
Wolcott
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
World Language
2016-2017
Mr. & Mrs. David Dupee Grant: Walking the Freedom Trail
Matthew Dicks
Lead Teacher
Wolcott
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Social Studies
Technology
2016-2017
Bridgewater Chocolate Grant: Hatching Science in Kindergarten
Emily Thurston
Lead TeacherJennifer Otano-Vera
Jennifer Clinton
Karen Abels
Wolcott
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
Technology
2015-2016
The Noteworthy Area Rug for Educational Facilities
Jacqueline Sugrue
Lead Teacher
Aiken
Music
2015-2016
Dr. James J. Moore Memorial Grant:
Gardens Revitalized & Renewed
Laureen Rausch
Lead Teacher
Aiken
Science
Social Studies
2015-2016
Jonathan Gibson & Chiaw Eei Ng Gibson Grant:
One School, One Book
Ellen Cercone
Lead Teacher
Braeburn
Language Arts
2015-2016
Build Me a Story
Claudine Lavoie
Lead Teacher
Braeburn
Language Arts
Technology
2015-2016
The Pauluk Family Grant:
Silkworms and Their Importance to Ancient China
Susan Winslow
Lead Teacher
Bristow Middle School
Social Studies
2015-2016
Stand to Learn!
Susan Winslow
Lead Teacher
Bristow Middle School
Other
2015-2016
Alexander & Catherine Maus Wright Charitable Trust Grant:
Livin' the Dream with Red Supreme
Mario Lopez
Lead Teacher
Steven Brouse
Bugbee
Music
Physical Health Education
2015-2016
Frankie & Bob Goldfarb Grant:
Water Wars
Nora Brown
Lead Teacher
Gina Navarra
Rebecca Behlman
Charter Oak
Music
Physical Health Education
Science
Social Studies
2015-2016
Frank Webb's Bath Center Grant:
Connecticut River Simulation/Exploration
Gina Navarra
Lead Teacher
Rebecca Behlman
Nora Brown
Charter Oak
Social Studies
2015-2016
Webster Bank Grant:
Fabulous Fables
Sandra Felicissimo
Lead Teacher
Kirk Williams
Jessica Dunn
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2015-2016
Keck Family Grant:
Peace, Love, and Unity: A Multi-Perspective Journey Through Hip Hop Culture
Glenn Horowitz
Lead Teacher
Melissa Zych
Penelope Drown
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
Music
Physical Health Education
2015-2016
Heather Congdon Memorial Grant:
Author Visit - Jerry Pallotta
Marcie Redden
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Language Arts
2015-2016
Thomas Ford Memorial Grant:
"All Write...Express Ourselves"
Dawn Hyland
Lead Teacher
Caroline Campbell
Linda Griffin
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2015-2016
Cricket Press Grant:
Park Road Playhouse Schoolwide In-Residency
Kirsten Sanderson
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Science
2015-2016
Bridgewater Chocolate Grant:
North American Birds of Prey
Adrianne Giammatteo
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Science
Social Studies
2015-2016
Rogo Distributors Grant:
Where Does All the Trash Go?
Michelle Florence
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Science
2015-2016
Dowd Family Grant:
Probeware Technology For Science Inquiry in the Life Sciences
PJ Foley
Lead Teacher
Conard High School
Science
2015-2016
Bongiovi Josiah Family Grant:
STARS Leadership Program
Corinne Byrne
Lead Teacher
Carol Wilkas
Conard High School
Other
2015-2016
Teacher of the Year Finalist Grant ~ IPADS in the Kindergarten Classroom
Christine Newman
Duffy
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Math
Science
Technology
2015-2016
Binkhorst Family Grant:
Taking Flight
Becky Pauluk
Lead Teacher
Clare Taylor
Stephen Lewis
Duffy
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
Technology
2015-2016
Stacy Murray Grant:
Storyboard This!
Rebecca Pauluk
Lead Teacher
Liz Schott
Duffy
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2015-2016
K-2 Raz Kids
Maureen Curran
Lead Teacher
Duffy
Language Arts
Technology
2015-2016
Teacher of the Year Finalist Grant ~ Turning Dreams into Action Plans
Jennifer Lanese
Hall High School
Other
2015-2016
Special Education Parent Teacher Organization (SEPTO) Grant:
From School to Independence
Ellen Matos
Lead Teacher
Laura D'Ostilio
Anna Matthews
Hall High School
Other
2015-2016
Liberty NeAd Grant:
Enhancing Computer Science Hardware & Programming Education with Raspberry Pi
Michael Wilkosz
Lead Teacher
Anthony Truss (Conard High School)
Hall High School
Technology
2015-2016
Carson Family Foundation Grant:
Cultural Connections
Maria Genca
Lead Teacher
Ryan Cronin (Whiting Lane)
Hall High School
Other
2015-2016
Dr. Robert & Gladys Dunn Grant:
Sharing Literature Builds Community
Denise deMello
Lead Teacher
King Philip Middle School
Language Arts
Other
2015-2016
Whole Foods Market Grant:
Let's Get Growing
Sarah Wexler
Lead Teacher
King Philip Middle School
Science
Other
2015-2016
Teacher of the Year Finalist Grant
Jennifer Hall
Morley
Language Arts
Social Studies
Technology
2015-2016
You've Got to Move It, Move It!
Heather Alerte
Lead Teacher
Morley
Other
2015-2016
Mr. & Mrs. David Dupee Grant:
Postcards To Charles Dickens
Cheryl Stidolph
Lead Teacher
Morley
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Other
2015-2016
West Hartford Education Association Grant:
Telling our Stories Brick-by-Brick
Brenda Smith
Lead Teacher
Jennifer Hall
Laurie Perry
Morley
Language Arts
Technology
2015-2016
Falvey Linen & Uniform Supply Grant:
Everyone can "Bee" a Robotics Programmer!
Brenda Smith
Lead Teacher
Jody Monroe
Kim Ashworth
Morley
Language Arts
Math
Technology
2015-2016
Show Me the Graphs!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Smith
Norfeldt
Math
Technology
2015-2016
Projecting Independence Through Technology
Lynnette Kaschke
Lead Teacher
Beth Pettinelli
Post-Secondary
Math
Other
2015-2016
Rebecca Pauluk Grant:
Upright Motivation
Lynnette Kaschke
Lead Teacher
Jamie Urso
David Volpe
Elisabeth Peterson
STRIVE
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
Technology
Other
2015-2016
iPad Integration for the 21st Century Classroom
Lynnette Kaschke
Lead Teacher
Elisabeth Peterson
David Volpe
STRIVE
Language Arts
Math
Science
Technology
2015-2016
Independent Reading Books
Linda Gengel
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
Other
2015-2016
The Cullina Family Grant: Out of the Landfills; from Scrap Metal to High Level Artistry with Silas Finch.
Nicole Maldonado
Lead Teacher
Rachael Martinelli (Hall High School) Pam Murphy
Sedgwick Middle School
Visual Arts
2015-2016
Dr. Scott & Cyndi Brown Family Grant:
Improving School Climate By Creating Student Leaders: A'ric Jackson-The Dream Achiever
Katherine Krasula
Lead Teacher
Jessica Serrano
Sedgwick Middle School
Other
2015-2016
Guys Skype!
Shannon McNeice
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
Technology
Other
2015-2016
E-Readers for all Readers
Shannon McNeice
Lead Teacher
Denise deMello (King Philip Middle School)
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
Technology
Other
2015-2016
Libros en espanol
Jessica Serrano
Lead Teacher
Elvira Casillas
Sedgwick Middle School
Science
World Language
Other
2015-2016
Preschool Parent Storytellers Program
Migdalia Fletcher
Lead Teacher
Martina Cravedi (Smith)
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
Other
2015-2016
J.P. Carroll Construction, Inc. Grant:
Young Engineers
Sara Novak
Lead Teacher
Ann Grabowski
Jennifer Russell
Smith
Science
2015-2016
Learning Outdoors...Not Such a "Trough" Sell!
Martina Cravedi
Lead Teacher
Melissa Behrens
Jackie Makarewicz
Smith
Language Arts
Math
Science
2015-2016
Gengras Motor Car Grant:
Can You Hear Me?
Bethany Carbone
Lead Teacher
Angela Bottaro
Smith
Science
Technology
2015-2016
Caryn Joyce Falvey Grant:
Launching Literacy through the Nutmeg Nominees
Tobey Mintz
Lead Teacher
Deborah Kotler
Lora Andrada (Norfeldt School) Wanda Hedman (Norfeldt School)
Webster Hill
Language Arts
Social Studies
Technology
2015-2016
Growing a Great Community Grant:
Orchard to Sugar Bush, Naturalist Approach to Science Inquiry
Randi Leopold
Lead Teacher
Elizabeth Cannone (Braeburn)
Nichola Dustin (Charter Oak)
Martina Cravedi (Smith)
Webster Hill
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
2015-2016
Crate & Barrel Grant:
Learning Through Listening
Deb Kantrowitz
Lead Teacher
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
Science
Social Studies
Technology
2015-2016
Margaret N. & Adrian Selby Grant:
Mythology: What's Your Story?
Suzy Sinatro
Lead Teacher
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
2015-2016
Mike & Jen Shiffman Grant:
Shuffle Along to Improved Reading Comprehension
Kelly Pierce
Lead Teacher
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
Technology
2015-2016
Wobble While You Work
Karen Bridges
Lead Teacher
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
Math
Physical Health Education
Science
Social Studies
2015-2016
Improving Social Cognition of School Aged Children- a Curriculum in Practice
Thej Singh
Lead Teacher
Stephanie Brown
Sarah Stoltz
Marybeth Manzi (Wolcott)
Whiting Lane
Other
2015-2016
Hawkins Family Grant:
The Year I Met an Author
Sarah Lynch
Lead Teacher
Christine Mori
Wolcott
Visual Arts
Language Arts
Social Studies
2015-2016
Cantor Family Grant:
ESOL Science Adventures
Megin Haeflich
Lead Teacher
Chalise Ross
Wolcott
Language Arts
Science
Technology
Other
2015-2016
A Vision of the Future
Matthew Dicks
Lead Teacher
Wolcott
Other
2014-2015
Whole Foods Market Grant: On The Road Again - Explorations On The Farm And More!!!
Randi Leopold
Lead Teacher
Elizabeth Cannone (Braeburn)
Martina Cravedi (Smith)
Nichola Dustin (Charter Oak)
Webster Hill
Braeburn
Smith
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
2014-2015
Cricket Press Grant: Prototyping with a 3D Printer
Dawn Anstett
Lead Teacher
Bristow Middle School
Technology
2014-2015
Art and Technology Enhancing Interdisciplinary Connections
Kelly Smurthwaite
Lead Teacher
Bristow Middle School
Visual Arts
Music
Technology
2014-2015
Law Offices of James F. Aspell,P.C. Grant: Performing with a Pro
Cliff Schofer
Lead Teacher
Karla McClain
Bristow Middle School
Music
2014-2015
Falvey Linen & Uniform Supply Grant: Silkworms and their importance in ancient China
Susan Winslow
Lead Teacher
Bristow Middle School
Social Studies
2014-2015
Crate & Barrel Grant: An African Experience with Won-Ldy Paye
Jessica Grenier
Lead Teacher
Patti Farquhar
Kristin Pildis
Bugbee
Language Arts
Social Studies
2014-2015
Jacques and Diana Bories Grant: Reading and Writing From A to Z
Patti Farquhar
Lead Teacher
Jessica Grenier
Kristen Pildis
Bugbee
Language Arts
2014-2015
Rockville Bank Foundation Grant: CT Historical Society Field Trip
Shirley Green
Lead Teacher
Valerie Hansen
Amy Schmelder
Suzanne Atwood
Bugbee
Social Studies
2014-2015
Krieble Family Grant: Postcards To Charles Dickens
Sherry Stidolph
Lead Teacher (Morley & Bugbee)
Morley
Bugbee
Language Arts
2014-2015
Heather Congdon Memorial Grant: Water Wars
Gina Navarra
Lead Teacher
Nora Brown
Rebecca Behlman
Charter Oak
Social Studies
2014-2015
Jonathan Gibson and Chiaw Eei Ng Gibson Grant: Go Green: Lights, Camera, Action!
Craig Diamond
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Technology
Language Arts
2014-2015
Mr. & Mrs. David Dupee Grant: Cooking-Up the Curriculum
Melissa Caballero
Lead Teacher
MaryAnn Muccino
Alanna Goldberg
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Math
Other
2014-2015
The Roots of Government
Nora Brown
Lead Teacher
Gina Navarra
Rebecca Behlmen
Charter Oak
Social Studies
2014-2015
Where Does All the Trash Go?
Cristina Perriello
Lead Teacher
Adrianne Giammatte
Caroline Campbell
Charter Oak
Science
2014-2015
Keck Family Grant: STARS Pilot Program
Corinne Byrne
Lead Teacher
Carol Wilkas
Conard High School
Other
2014-2015
Thomas Ford Memorial Grant: Hip Hop Dimensions - An Experience in Dancing Our Way to Building Teamwork
Kim Jackson
Lead Teacher
Rob Deveau
Duffy
Visual Arts
Music
Physical Health Education
Science
Social Studies
2014-2015
Rebecca Pauluk Grant: Differentiating Math Instruction in the Elementary Classroom
Leslie Bates
Lead Teacher
Duffy
Math
2014-2015
Stacy Murray Grant: Yoga in the Classroom
Rebecca Pauluk
Lead Teacher
Duffy
Physical Health Education
2014-2015
Frankie & Bob Goldfarb Grant: Developing our Writing Voice: Music as a Means to Creative Non-Fiction
Catherine Buchholz
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
Language Arts
Music
2014-2015
Margaret N. and Adrian Selby Grant: From School to Independence
Ellen Matos
Lead Teacher
Anna Matthews
Tracy Smith
Hall High School
Other
2014-2015
Stephens Cubbage Family Grant: Skype Artist In Residence
Robert Loebell
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
Visual Arts
2014-2015
Dr. Robert & Gladys Dunn Grant: Empowering Young Black Women
Heather Alix
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
Other
2014-2015
Teacher of the Year Finalist Grant - Cultural Connections Chinese I & II
Lauren Drazen
Hall High School
World Language
2014-2015
Wheels to Social-Emotional Wellness
Sharon Mogel
Lead Teacher
Amy Landers (Hall)
Chris Bivona (Hall)
Amanda Williams (Hall)
Morley
Hall High School
Physical Health Education
2014-2015
Greene Family Grant: Birds of Prey Take Flight in West Hartford Public Schools
Alison Lessard
Lead Teacher
Marnie Paulus
Heather Vocke
King Philip Middle School
Science
2014-2015
Tobacco Free-The Mad Science Way to Be
Alison Lessard
Lead Teacher
Mike Flaherty
King Philip Middle School
Physical Health Education
2014-2015
Livin' The Dream With Red Supreme
Heather Alerte
Lead Teacher
Dave Barrieau
Morley
Visual Arts
Music
Physical Health Education
Science
Social Studies
2014-2015
Caryn Joyce Falvey Grant: Folk Music and Dancing with the Amidons
Lisa Besman
Lead Teacher
Norfeldt
Visual Arts
2014-2015
Teacher of the Year Finalist Grant: iWrite Books with iPads: Integrating Writing and Technology
Brittney Zieller
Norfeldt
Language Arts
Technology
2014-2015
Bridgewater Chocolate Grant: Achieve Your Dreams
Kelly Brouse
Lead Teacher
Jessica Serrano
Sedgwick Middle School
Other
2014-2015
Alexander M. and Catherine Maus Wright Grant: Music to Their Ears - Composing With the iPad
Carol Yachanin
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Music
Technology
2014-2015
Peter Letizia Memorial Grant: Stand Up for Learning!
John Tracey
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Other
2014-2015
Dr. Scott & Cyndi Brown Family Grant : Research in Action: Skype with Nonfiction Author Steve Sheinkin
Dolores Bates
Lead Teacher
Laura Elliott
Jim Leary
Sedgwick Middle School
Social Studies
2014-2015
Rogo Distributors Grant: Skype with Nutmeg Authors!
Shannon McNeice
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
2014-2015
J. P. Carroll Construction, Inc. Grant: Power Tools for Dragsters
Cathy Lukas
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Technology
2014-2015
Dr. James J. Moore Memorial Grant: Supporting Reluctant Readers
Debra Friedman
Lead Teacher
Rona Berkowitz
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
2014-2015
The Hawkins Family Grant: New Life for the Classics
Debra Friedman
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
2014-2015
Dr. Karen List Grant: Up, Up and Away!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Courtney Jacklin
Melissa Behrens
Brenda Smith
Smith
Science
2014-2015
Hooked on Hydroponics
Sharon Shiraiwa
Lead Teacher
Smith
Science
2014-2015
Cantor Family Grant: 3,2,1 Liftoff!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Martina Cravedi
Alison Foley
Courtney Jacklin
Smith
Science
2014-2015
Pauluk Family Grant: Launching Literacy through the Nutmeg Nominees
Tobey Mintz
Lead Teacher
Deborah Kotler
Webster Hill
Language Arts
2014-2015
West Hartford Education Association Grant: Mini Projector and iPad for Physical Education
Eileen Shahverdian
Lead Teacher
Michael Joseph
Webster Hill
Physical Health Education
Technology
2014-2015
WINGMASTERS
Deborah Stolstrom
Lead Teacher
Stefanie Chapdelain
Brenda Glidden
Therese Horn
Webster Hill
Science
2014-2015
West Hartford SEPTA Grant: Music with a Purpose
Jennifer Lano
Lead Teacher
Lori Plourde
Sara Stolz
Liz Cronin
Whiting Lane
Music
Physical Health Education
2014-2015
Let's Get Engaged
Dawn Beckley
Lead Teacher
Whiting Lane
Technology
2014-2015
Listen Up!
Karen Bridges
Lead Teacher
Whiting Lane
Technology
2014-2015
Carson Family Foundation Grant: Mythology Up Close and In Person
Deborah Kantrowitz
Lead Teacher
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
Social Studies
2014-2015
Gengras Motor Car Grant: Stand Together for Social Acceptance
Molly Kristofak
Lead Teacher
Cathy Fagan
Wolcott
Other
2014-2015
Learning with the Ladibug
Lisa Kropp
Lead Teacher
Cathleen McKenna
Jessica Bedford
Joy Ziegler
Wolcott
Technology
Science
Language Arts
2014-2015
Stand Up
Matthew Dicks
Lead Teacher
Wolcott
Other
2014-2015
Document Camera
Michelle Sebastianelli
Lead Teacher
Wolcott
Technology
2013-2014
Aetna, Inc. Grant: The Airborne Jugglers Student Workshop and Show
Bonnie Arcari
Braeburn
Physical Health Education
2013-2014
Hawkins Family Grant: Advancing Achievement Through Differentiation
Mary Bohn
Lead Teacher
June Mann
Amy Deslauriers
Braeburn
Language Arts
2013-2014
Silkworms and their importance in ancient China
Susan Winslow
Bristow Middle School
Social Studies
2013-2014
Creating, Performing, and Responding to Music with iPads
Karla McClain
Lead Teacher
Katie Frewen
Bristow Middle School
Music
Technology
2013-2014
Understanding and Using Bilingual Dictionaries
Marcelo Pelliccioni
Bristow Middle School
Language Arts
World Language
2013-2014
Carson Family Foundation Grant: An Interdisciplinary Approach to the Design Process in Architecture
Kelly Smurthwaite
Bristow Middle School
Visual Arts
2013-2014
Japanese Experience
Valerie Hansen
Lead Teacher
Suzanne Atwood
Shirley Green
Bugbee
Social Studies
2013-2014
Thomas Ford Memorial Grant: African Artist in Residence: Won Ldy Paye
Jessica Grenier
Lead Teacher
Kelly DiPietro
Patti Farquhar
Kristen Pildis
Bugbee
Social Studies
2013-2014
Rockville Bank Foundation Grant: Growing green....purple, red, orange or yellow too!
Elizabeth Cannone
Bugbee
Science
2013-2014
The Latin American Musical Experience
Bettina Cohen
Lead Teacher
Rich Montserrat (Charter Oak)
Bugbee
Charter Oak
Other
2013-2014
Crate and Barrel Grant: Sound and Light Fantasia
Rebecca Behlman
Charter Oak
Science
2013-2014
Birds of Prey
Cristina Perriello
Lead Teacher
Caroline Campbell
Adrianne Giammatteo
Charter Oak
Science
Social Studies
2013-2014
In Exploring Differences, We Discover Similarities
Nora Brown
Charter Oak
Social Studies
2013-2014
Falvey Linen Grant: Connecticut River Simulation/Exploration
Gina Navarra
Charter Oak
Social Studies
2013-2014
Whole Foods Grant: Move It! Groove It! Create It: A Hip Hop Experience
Glenn Horowitz
Lead Teacher
Melissa Zych
Penelope Drown
Charter Oak
Other
2013-2014
The Keck Family Grant: Shakespeare IS Company!!
Corinne Kravetz
Lead Teacher
Cori Kraus
Sean Harris (Hall High)
Conard High School
Other
Language Arts
2013-2014
Acting is a Real Job.
Corinne Kravetz
Conard High School
Other
2013-2014
Optometric Specialty Group, L.L.C. Grant: Next for Nooks
Rebecca Pauluk
Lead Teacher
Sheila Levanti
Duffy
Language Arts
Technology
2013-2014
Cantor Family Grant: It's a Girl: An in-depth look at modern day gendercide through a documentary film
Jessica Palliardi
Lead Teacher
Maryam Wardak
Hall High School
Social Studies
2013-2014
Frankie & Bob Goldfarb Grant: The Madrigal-A Window to the World of Renaissance
Lorri Cetto
Hall High School
Music
2013-2014
Law Offices of James F. Aspell, P.C. Grant: Developing our Writing Voice: Music as a Means to Creative Non-fiction Writing
Catherine Buchholz
Hall High School
Language Arts
Music
2013-2014
Dr. Robert and Gladys Dunn Grant: Moving Towards a Paperless Classroom - Use of Tablet PCs in Chemistry
Nora McHugh
Hall High School
Technology
2013-2014
Chem 4 Kids
Johanna Foley
Hall High School
Science
2013-2014
Teacher of the Year Finalist Grant Award
Jeff Billing
Hall High School
Math
2013-2014
Teacher of the Year Finalist Grant Award
John Mastroianni
Hall High School
Music
2013-2014
Come On Baby Light My Kindle
Heather Alerte
Morley
Technology
2013-2014
Spanish for Spanish Speakers - Nonfiction World Language Resources
Sarah Burke
Lead Teacher
Jessica Serrano
Elvira Casillas
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
World Language
2013-2014
Dowd Family Grant: Robotics
Rachel Kane
Sedgwick Middle School
Technology
2013-2014
YHB Investment Advisors Grant: Art and Literacy inspired by Animal Symbols and Meanings
Susan Gudat
Lead Teacher
Jackie Makarewicz (Smith)
Kathy Bolt (Smith)
Sedgwick Middle School
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2013-2014
West Hartford Administrators Assoc. (WHAA) Grant: Learnin' The Ropes
Kathy Miller
Smith
Physical Health Education
2013-2014
Cricket Press Grant: From Idea to Reality - 3D Printing for Kids
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Melissa Behrens
Alison Foley
Smith
Math
2013-2014
Margaret N. and Adrian Selby Grant: Learning Science with Vertical Gardens
Jane Macca
Lead Teacher
Sharon Courneen
Michele Haggerty
Jackie Makarewicz
Kathy Bolt
Smith
Science
2013-2014
Rogo Distributors Grant: 3,2,1, ... LEGO!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Melissa Behrens
Alison Foley
Pat Hardison
Leslie Callahan
Smith
Science
2013-2014
West Hartford Education Association (WHEA) Grant: Literacy Comes Alive with Math & Science
Brenda Smith
Lead Teacher
Eileen Carlson
Smith
Language Arts
Math
Science
2013-2014
Mr. and Mrs. David Dupee Grant: Kids Become Polacco Prodigies!
Brenda Smith
Lead Teacher
Sharon Zajack
Smith
Language Arts
2013-2014
Teacher of the Year Finalist Grant Award
Melissa Behrens
Smith
Science
2013-2014
Heather Congdon Memorial Grant: Keeper of the Spirits: Owl Woman
Deborah Stolstrom
Lead Teacher
Lynn Sweet-Dobrow
Kelly Cabell
Sarah Barker
Webster Hill
Social Studies
2013-2014
Wingmasters
Deborah Stolstrom
Lead Teacher
Lynn Sweet-Dobrow
Kelly Cabell
Sarah Barker
Webster Hill
Science
Social Studies
2013-2014
Home-School Leveled Libraries
Katherine Burt
Lead Teacher
Caroline Anderson
Barbara Carpenter
Christin Labriola
Virginia L'Etoile
Webster Hill
Language Arts
2013-2014
The Pauluk Family Grant: Apples and Syrup and Chickens, Oh My!!!
Randi Leopold
Lead Teacher
Elizabeth Cannone (Bugbee)
Nichola Dustin (Charter Oak)
Patricia Hardison (Smith)
Webster Hill
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
2013-2014
Launching Literacy through the Nutmeg Nominees
Tobey Mintz
Lead Teacher
Deborah Kotler
Webster Hill
Language Arts
2013-2014
Barbara and Theodore Shiffman on behalf of the Zeitz Foundation: English Instruction at Your Fingertips: iPads for Beginning English Language Learners
Ryan Cronin
Lead Teacher
Lindsey Roberts-Walstrom (Ed Center)
Whiting Lane
Technology
2013-2014
West Hartford SEPTA Grant: Music with a Purpose
Jennifer Lano
Lead Teacher
Liz Cronin
Lori Lourde
Sara Stolz
Whiting Lane
Music
2013-2014
On the Ball!
Kelly Pierce
Whiting Lane
Other
2013-2014
Chariot of the Sun
Suzy Sinatro
Whiting Lane
Social Studies
Language Arts
2013-2014
HoverCam NEO3
Deb Kantrowitz
Whiting Lane
Technology
2013-2014
Are You Listening?
Dawn Beckley
Whiting Lane
Technology
2013-2014
Stacy Murray Grant: Innovative Learning with ELMO
Dawn Beckley
Whiting Lane
Technology
2013-2014
Getting them Outside with Technology
Lee Gluck
Whiting Lane
Science
2013-2014
Alexander M. and Catherine Maus Wright Charitable Trust Grant: Authors Abound!
Lee Gluck
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
2013-2014
Gengras Kia Grant: Choose Character Over Bullying
Mary Lestini
Whiting Lane
Physical Health Education
2013-2014
Project FeederWatch with Cornell University
Lee Gluck
Whiting Lane
Science
2013-2014
The Krishnaprasad Family Grant: For the LOVE of books
Christine Mori
Lead Teacher
Amy Fisher
Michelle Sebastianelli
Kerri-Lynn O'Neill
Jen Otano-Vera
Wolcott
Language Arts
2013-2014
Document Camera Throughout the Curriculum
Amy Fisher
Wolcott
Technology
2013-2014
Keck Family Grant: Puppetry
Matthew Dicks
Wolcott
Other
2013-2014
Walmart Neighborhood Market Grant: Vision of the Future
Amy Doherty
Wolcott
Other
2012-2013
Kim & Fred Krieble Grant: Patricia Polacco
Shanon Mlodzinski
Aiken
Language Arts
2012-2013
Preschool to Kindergarten Transition Project
Ann Sullivan
Aiken
Other
2012-2013
Thomas Ford Memorial Grant: Inspiration that Leads to the Written Word
Ellen Cercone
Braeburn
Language Arts
2012-2013
Mr. and Mrs. David Dupee Grant: Ted Scheu: That Poetry Guy
Ellen Cercone
Braeburn
Language Arts
2012-2013
Silkworms and their importance in ancient China
Susan Winslow
Bristow Middle School
Social Studies
2012-2013
No Spectators Allowed: High-Interest Games for the World Language Classroom
Ashley Kneidel
Bristow Middle School
Other
2012-2013
The Japanese Experience
Valerie Hansen
Lead Teacher
Suzanne Atwood
Shirley Green
Patti Farquhar
Bugbee
Social Studies
2012-2013
Rhyme Time with Mother Goose
Betsy Bateson
Lead Teacher
Jessica Grenier
Cathy Gagnon
Heidi Doyle
Bugbee
Language Arts
2012-2013
Bob's Discount Furniture & The Kaufman Family Grant: African Artist in Residence - Won Ldy Paye
Kelly DiPietro
Lead Teacher
Kristen Pildis
Bugbee
Social Studies
2012-2013
Freedom to Move
Nora Brown
Lead Teacher
Jo-Ann Lizon
Gina Navarra
Charter Oak
Technology
2012-2013
Elmo Document Camera
Elyse Nevins
Conard High School
Math
2012-2013
Cantor Family Grant: Mark Twain: Effecting Social Change
Cori Krause
Lead Teacher
Cindy Vranich
Conard High School
Language Arts
2012-2013
Book Sets for Reading Success
Susan Stefanowicz
Conard High School
Language Arts
2012-2013
Manders Family Grant: Words in Action
Ramona Piretti
Conard High School
Language Arts
2012-2013
Use of thermal imaging equipment to assess the energy efficiency of buildings
Charlie Daly
Lead Teacher
Pat Drago
Rich Fritz
Conard High School
Technology
2012-2013
Frankie & Bob Goldfarb Grant: Francophone Music: Concert & Workshops by Eric Vincent
Bert Neumaier
Lead Teacher
Lucy Cartland (Hall High School)
Conard High School
Hall High School
Other
2012-2013
Shop Rite of West Hartford Grant: Cardboard Sculpture Workshops with Artist James Grashow
Brigid Kennedy
Lead Teacher
Nicole West (Sedgwick)
Conard High School
Sedgwick Middle School
Visual Arts
2012-2013
Can We Talk? Writing with Smartpens
Lynette Roy
Duffy
Language Arts
Technology
2012-2013
Dowd Family Grant: It Tugs At You
Lynette Roy
Duffy
Science
2012-2013
Carson Family Foundation: Community Mural Instructional Unit
Kathleen Tracy
Duffy
Visual Arts
2012-2013
Connecting the Cultures of West Hartford and West Africa
Michele Griffith
Duffy
Social Studies
2012-2013
Teacher of the Year Awarded Grant
Clare Taylor
Duffy
Technology
2012-2013
Dr. Robert and Gladys Dunn Grant: Build Your Own CNC Machine and Fabrication Technology
Michael Wilkosz
Hall High School
Technology
2012-2013
Heather Congdon Memorial Grant: Developing our Writing Voice: Music as a Means to Creative Non-fiction Writing
Jessica Sobieralski
Hall High School
Language Arts
Music
2012-2013
Chem 4 Kids
Johanna Foley
Hall High School
Science
2012-2013
Teacher of the Year Awarded Grant
Sean Harris
Hall High School
Language Arts
Visual Arts
2012-2013
Mirror, Mirror on the Desk
Liz Wallack
Morley
Language Arts
2012-2013
Teacher of the Year Awarded Grant
Shery Bober
Norfeldt
World Language
2012-2013
Anonymous Grant: A Long Walk to Water One Book Journey
Shannon McNeice
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
Social Studies
2012-2013
Developing Life Skills For Future Community Leaders
Katherine Krasula
Lead Teacher
Renee Kleinman
Sedgwick Middle School
Other
2012-2013
Improving Reading Comprehension Of At Risk Students
Eva Golden
Lead Teacher
Elizabeth Natale
Rona Berkowitz
Andrea Carrubba
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
2012-2013
Capturing and Keeping the Attention of Diverse Learners
Eva Golden
Sedgwick Middle School
Technology
2012-2013
West Hartford Administrators Assoc. Grant: Get the Facts! Nonfiction Science and Writing Lessons from an Author-in-Residence
Melissa Behrens
Lead Teacher
Brenda Smith
Smith
Language Arts
Science
2012-2013
Wild About WeDo!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Kathy Bolt
Jackie Makarewicz
Michele Haggerty
Melissa Behrens
Smith
Science
2012-2013
Create and Shake!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Melissa Behrens
Ryan Cleary
Alison Foley
Smith
Science
2012-2013
Aetna Inc. Grant: Hip-Hop: From Pros to Prose
Kathy Miller
Smith
Physical Health Education
2012-2013
Whole Foods Grant: PE Rocks with Curriculum Climbers
Kathy Miller
Smith
Physical Health Education
2012-2013
West Hartford Education Assoc. Grant: Try "Acting" Like a Scientist!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Melissa Behrens
Ryan Cleary
Jane Macca
Sharon Courneen
Smith
Science
2012-2013
Beth Bye for State Senate: Pedal for Power
Kathy Miller
Smith
Physical Health Education
2012-2013
Cleared for Takeoff!
Lesley Callahan
Smith
Science
2012-2013
Crate and Barrel Grant: Mashantucket Pequot Museum
Lynn Sweet-Dobrow
Lead Teacher
Deborah Stolstrom
Kelly Cabell
Sarah Hadley
Webster Hill
Social Studies
2012-2013
Wingmasters
Lynn Sweet-Dobrow
Lead Teacher
Deborah Stolstrom
Kelly Cabell
Sarah Hadley
Webster Hill
Science
Social Studies
2012-2013
Margaret and Adrian Selby Grant: The Art and Heart of Reading and Writing... A Book
Georgiann Kucia
Lead Teacher
Katherine Provencher
Donna Corcoran
Beth Mazur
Webster Hill
Language Arts
2012-2013
Stop & Shop Supermarkets Grant: Early Literacy Resource Center
Caroline Anderson
Lead Teacher
Virginia L'Etoile
Christin Labriola
Barbara Carpenter
Webster Hill
Language Arts
2012-2013
Gengras Motor Car Grant: Brian Bradley: Sky Hunters in Flight
Lee Gluck
Whiting Lane
Science
2012-2013
Barbara and Theodore Shiffman on behalf of the Zeitz Foundation: Book Making with a Real, Live Author: Mr. Rick Labadia
Lee Gluck
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
2012-2013
Alexander M. and Catherine Maus Wright Charitable Trust: Lights, Camera, Academics in the Classroom
Suzy Sinatro
Whiting Lane
Technology
2012-2013
Nancy Boyles rethinking small group instruction books
Amy Doherty
Wolcott
Language Arts
2012-2013
Keck Family Grant: Vision of the Future
Matthew Dicks
Wolcott
Other
2012-2013
Authentic Literature in the Classroom
Matthew Dicks
Wolcott
Language Arts
2011-2012
Enhancing Students' ability to See the Curriculum Through the Lens of a Document Camera
Mary Bohn
Lead Teacher
Meaghan Carroll
June Mann
Braeburn
Technology
Language Arts
2011-2012
Ebook Shelf
Claudine Lavoie
Braeburn
Technology
Language Arts
2011-2012
Teacher of the Year
Joyce St. Germaine
Bristow Middle School
Visual Arts
2011-2012
Teacher of the Year
Karla McClain
Bristow Middle School
Music
2011-2012
Musical Connections-Making Mexico and Canada Come Alive through Music
Karla McClain
Bristow Middle School
Music
Social Studies
2011-2012
Motivating Emergent Readers With Scholastic Foreign Language Magazines
Ashley Kneidel
Lead Teacher
Marcelo Pelliccioni
Bristow Middle School
Language Arts
2011-2012
Flip Video Technology for Speech Language Therapy
Paula E. Bacolini
Bristow Middle School
Language Arts
Technology
2011-2012
West Hartford SEPTA Grant:
Interacting Through iPads
Beth Reilly
Lead Teacher
Lauren Maisch
Bristow Middle School
Technology
Language Arts
2011-2012
A Close-Up View of Japan and Plants
Patti Farquhar
Lead Teacher
Shirley Green
Valerie Hansen
Bugbee
Science
Social Studies
2011-2012
Mother Goose on the Loose
Elizabeth Bateson
Lead Teacher
Heidi Doyle
Catherine Gagnon
Bugbee
Language Arts
2011-2012
SPEAK EASY!: Teaching Students to Be Better Communicators through Scientific Research-based Interventions (SRBI)
Eileen Malec
Bugbee
Other
2011-2012
Trout Brook Ecology Study
Anthony Weber
Bugbee
Science
2011-2012
Crate & Barrel Grant:
Neighborhood Map Machine and Community Construction Kit
Amy Schmelder
Lead Teacher
Carole Dibble
Lisa Roland
Bugbee
Social Studies
2011-2012
Frankie & Bob Goldfarb Grant:
African Artist in Residence-Won Ldy Paye
Jessica Grenier
Lead Teacher
Kelly DiPietro
Maria Bateas
Kristen Grady
Bugbee
Social Studies
2011-2012
Carson Family Foundation Grant:
Nutrition Detectives
Kirsten Sanderson
Lead Teacher
Suzanne Atwood
Lynn Czernicki
Anthony Weber
Bugbee
Physical Health Education
2011-2012
In Exploring Differences, We Discover Similarities
Gina Navarra
Lead Teacher
Nora Belardinelli
JoAnn Lizon
Charter Oak
Social Studies
2011-2012
Bank of America Grant:
Connecticut River Simulation/Exploration
JoAnn Lizon
Lead Teacher
Gina Navarra
Nora Belardinelli
Charter Oak
Social Studies
2011-2012
Heather Congdon Memorial Grant:
Sound and Light Fantasia
Nora Belardinelli
Lead Teacher
Gina Navarra
JoAnn Lizon
Charter Oak
Social Studies
2011-2012
This Is Me
Kirk Williams
Lead Teacher
Dawn Hyland
Sandra Gomes
Charter Oak
Language Arts
2011-2012
West Hartford Education Association Grant:
Let's Explore Nature
Randi Leopold
Lead Teacher
Nichola Dustin (Charter Oak)
Webster Hill
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
2011-2012
Classroom Reading Success
Susan Stefanowicz
Conard High School
Language Arts
2011-2012
Jonathan Harris 2010 Grant:
Developing a Racial and Cultural Identity
Tracey Wilson
Conard High School
Social Studies
2011-2012
Manders Family Grant:
Turning Point Student Response Devices for Intervention
Holly Coleman
Conard High School
Math
2011-2012
Mr. & Mrs. David Dupee Grant:
An Exploration of the Holocaust through Artifacts and Oral Testimony
Cori Krause
Lead Teacher
Ramona Puchalski Piretti
Conard High School
Language Arts
Social Studies
2011-2012
American Negro Spirituals Workshop
Gwen Baker
Conard High School
Language Arts
Social Studies
2011-2012
Cramer Family Charitable Trust Grant, Steven & Elyse Cramer Slitt:
An Interdisciplinary Approach to the Design Process in Architecture
Sheri Ellis
Lead Teacher
Kelly Smurthwaite (Hall)
Conard High School
Hall High School
Visual Arts
2011-2012
Earth, Wind, and Water: A Rock Group for 4th grade
Rebecca Pauluk
Lead Teacher
Mary Green
Sheila Levanti
Steve Lewis
Duffy
Science
Technology
2011-2012
Connecting the Cultures of West Hartford and West Africa
Michele Griffith
Duffy
Social Studies
2011-2012
Optometric Specialty Group, LLC Grant:
Who - What - Where - When - West Hartford
Clare Taylor
Duffy
Language Arts
2011-2012
On Your Mark, Get Set, Respond!
Rebecca Pauluk
Duffy
Science
Technology
2011-2012
Nooks for All Readers
Kimberly Ashworth
Duffy
Language Arts
2011-2012
ACTIVating the Classroom!
Kelli Bedner
Lead Teacher Brenda Key
Chris Harrison
Duffy
Science
Technology
2011-2012
Nook in the Reading Nook
Clare Taylor
Lead Teacher
Lisa Garand
Barbara Carter
Duffy
Language Arts
2011-2012
The Dowd Family Grant:
Where in the Blazes RU
Clare Taylor
Duffy
Other
2011-2012
Empowering Young Black Women
Heather Alix
Hall High School
Other
2011-2012
Dr. Robert & Gladys Dunn Grant:
Linking us Together to Build Community and Enhance School Culture
Christina Tysh
Lead Teacher
Matthew West
Hall High School
Other
2011-2012
The Cantor Family Grant:
Developing Our Writing Voice: Music as a Means to Creative Writing
Jessica Sobieralski
Hall High School
Language Arts
Music
2011-2012
Theodore & Barbara Shiffman on behalf of the Zeitz Foundation Grant:
English Language Learners: Building Background Knowledge and Creating Empowering Connections
Ryan Cronin
Lead Teacher
Maria Genca (Hall)
Liz Devine (Hall)
Whiting Lane
Hall High School
Other
Language Arts
2011-2012
Teacher of the Year Finalist Grant ~ Learning Benches for Sustainable Garden
Judie Goldenthal
Norfeldt
Other
2011-2012
Whole Foods Grant:
Edible Schoolyard: Connecting Children to their Food Source by Linking Food, Health, Curriculum, and Environment
Lindsay Thomson
Norfeldt
Other
Science
Physical Health Education
2011-2012
Fun4all in Spanish
Luz Sarmiento
Lead Teacher
Shannon McNeice
Sedgwick Middle School
World Language
2011-2012
Social Thinking Curriculum
Christine Welch-Meier
Lead Teacher
Deborah Kantrowitz
Richard Zipoli
Sedgwick Middle School
Other
2011-2012
Utilizing a Document Camera to Enhance Teaching and Learning in Visual Arts
Nicole West
Lead Teacher
Susan Gudat
Rachael Martinelli
Sedgwick Middle School
Visual Arts
Technology
2011-2012
Anonymous Grant:
Live Raptor Program with Integrated Interdisciplinary Components
Sarah Faulkner
Lead Teacher
Liz Natale
Jonathan Baldwin
Chris Jud
Sedgwick Middle School
Other
Science
Language Arts
2011-2012
Making Assessments Useful: Electronic Feedback to Help Teachers Steer Teaching and Learning for the 21st Century
Sarah Faulkner
Lead Teacher
Cedric Wesley
Diane Coburn
Sedgwick Middle School
Science
Technology
2011-2012
Enhancing Small Group Student Learning with Computers
Debra Friedman
Lead Teacher
Rona Berkowitz
Linda Gengel
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
2011-2012
Money Sense
Lesley A. Callahan
Smith
Math
2011-2012
Bob's Discount Furniture & The Kaufman Family Grant:
Building Young Engineers with LEGOs
Kathy Hardesty
Smith
Science
Technology
2011-2012
Thomas Ford Memorial Grant:
Future Galileos
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Melissa Behrens
Ryan Cleary
Sharon Courneen
Jane Macca
Michelle Deegan
Smith
Science
Technology
2011-2012
Kim & Fred Krieble Grant:
Mechanical Sculpture through the 4 Re's
Melissa Behrens
Smith
Visual Arts
2011-2012
Wingmasters
Lynn Sweet-Dobrow
Lead Teacher
Debroah Stolstrom
Kelly Cabell
Therese Horn
Webster Hill
Other
Science
Social Studies
2011-2012
Stop & Shop Supermarkets Grant:
Mashantucket Pequot Museum
Lynn Sweet-Dobrow
Lead Teacher
Deborah Stolstrom
Kelly Cabell
Therese Horn
Webster Hill
Social Studies
2011-2012
West Hartford Administrators Association Grant:
Young Authors Book Project
Donna Corcoran
Lead Teacher
Georgi Kucia
Beth Mazur
Webster Hill
Language Arts
2011-2012
Keeper of the Spirits: Owl Woman
Lynn Sweet-Dobrow
Lead Teacher
Deborah Stolstrom
Kelly Cabell
Therese Horn
Webster Hill
Social Studies
2011-2012
Creating a School Wide Library of Language Building Games
Ryan Cronin
Lead Teacher
Valerie Centone
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
2011-2012
Getting Microscopic with the MiScope
Lee Gluck
Whiting Lane
Science
Technology
2011-2012
Gengras Motor Cars Grant:
Integrating Positive Behavioral Supports and Interactive Theater to Foster Caring and Respectful Life-long Citizens
Amy Jaffe
Lead Teacher
Mary Lestini
Whiting Lane
Other
Physical Health Education
2011-2012
Bringing the Classroom to Life with the Elmo Document Camera
Linda Smith
Whiting Lane
Other
Technology
2011-2012
Connecticut's Old Statehouse: A Trip into the Past
Amy Doherty
Wolcott
Social Studies
2011-2012
A Vision of the Future
Matthew Dicks
Wolcott
Other
2011-2012
The Keck Family Grant:
A School Within a School; Creating an Undersea Mural
Katie Knight
Wolcott
Visual Arts
2010-2011
Stohler Family Grant:
A to Z With the Alphabet Man
Patricia VanInwagen
Lead Teacher
Jessica Tamaccio
Aiken
Language Arts
2010-2011
Kim & Fred Krieble Grant:
An Off-Stage Sage!
Laurel Mills
Lead Teacher
Traci McGowan
Aiken
Other
2010-2011
Kindle Cafe
Claudine Lavoie
Braeburn
Technology
Language Arts
2010-2011
Science on the Go!
Ellen Cercone
Braeburn
Science
2010-2011
Thomas Ford Memorial Grant:
Utilizing a Document Camera to Enhance Students' Ability to See the Curriculum in an Innovative Way
Mary Bohn
Lead Teacher
Mary Serrell
Michele Cashman
Braeburn
Technology
2010-2011
Teacher of the Year Finalist Grant
Shannon Perotti
Braeburn
Other
2010-2011
Guess Who?
Ashley Kneidel
Bristow Middle School
World Language
2010-2011
Read With Ease with MP3s
Sandi Harss
Lead Teacher
Beth Reilly
Bristow Middle School
Technology
Language Arts
2010-2011
Whole Foods Market Grant:
Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food
Jennifer Truss
Lead Teacher
Ellen Nichols
Bristow Middle School
Science
2010-2011
Carson Family Foundation Grant:
Hartford Stage Connections
Sloane Williams
Bristow Middle School
Language Arts
Other
2010-2011
Daniel W. Hoyt Memorial Grant:
Using Reader's Theater to Enhance Learning Across Disciplines
Angela Giliberto
Lead Teacher
Lynn Czernicki
Bugbee
Language Arts
2010-2011
Roots of Government
JoAnn Lizon
Lead Teacher
Leah Gilbert
Gina Navarra
Charter Oak
Social Studies
2010-2011
Bank of America Grant:
Creative Expression through Sound & Light
Gina Navarra
Lead Teacher
Leah Gilbert
JoAnn Lizon
Charter Oak
Science
2010-2011
Change for Change
Rebecca Cochrane
Charter Oak
Math
2010-2011
La música caribeña y latinoamericana / Caribbean and Latin American Music
John Hegarty
Lead Teacher
Alison Peake
Angeles Kelly
Kim Hendricks
Karen Geitz
Carmen Irizarry
Conard High School
Music
World Language
Social Studies
2010-2011
A Celebration of Hispanic Culture Through Music
Karen Geitz
Lead Teacher
Maria DiPoi
Stephen Clink
Scott Porter
Conard High School
Music
Social Studies
2010-2011
Cramer Family Charitable Trust Grant-Steven & Elyse Cramer Slitt:
Spoken Word Poetry for At-Risk Students, II
Jim Solomon
Lead Teacher
Jordan Rueckert (Conard)
Hall High School
Conard High School
Language Arts
2010-2011
Alexander & Catherine Maus Wright Charitable Trust Grant:
A Cappella Workshop and Performance
Andrew Mayo
Lead Teacher
Melissa Lotstein (Sedgwick)
Gwen Baker (Conard)
Wolcott
Sedgwick Middle School
Conard High School
Music
2010-2011
Wearable Art
Kelly Smurthwaite
Duffy
Visual Arts
2010-2011
Anonymous Grant in Support of Excellence in Teaching:
Raising the Level of Book Clubs
Ryan Roberts-Walstrom
Duffy
Language Arts
2010-2011
Dr. Robert & Gladys Dunn Grant:
CHEM 4 Kids
Johanna Foley
Hall High School
Science
2010-2011
Teacher of the Year Finalist Grant
Tom Ledvorowski
Hall High School
Other
2010-2011
Teacher of the Year Finalist Grant
Scott Ferguson
Hall High School
Other
2010-2011
Trade Across Time and Cultures
Martin Keena
King Philip Middle School
Social Studies
2010-2011
Cantor Family Grant:
Teaching Mathematics with Virtual Manipulatives
Donna Burton
King Philip Middle School
Math
Technology
2010-2011
FUN WITH FLUENCY
Christine Vannie
Morley
Language Arts
2010-2011
You Read to Me and I'll Read to You
Liz Wallack
Morley
Language Arts
2010-2011
Heather Congdon Memorial Grant:
Good Character Counts in Books and in You
Sharon Zajack
Morley
Language Arts
Physical Health Education
Social Studies
2010-2011
Exploring the Civil War through Pink and Say
Linda Gengel
Sedgwick Middle School
Social Studies
2010-2011
R. E. A. D. to Succeed
Rona Berkowitz
Lead Teacher
Kathy Crowley
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
2010-2011
Inspiring Reluctant Readers
Debbie Friedman
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
2010-2011
West Hartford Administrators Association Grant:
Live Raptor Program with Integrated Interdisciplinary Components
Sarah Faulkner
Lead Teacher
Liz Natale
Jonathan Baldwin
Chris Jud
Sedgwick Middle School
Science
2010-2011
Imagineering and Catapults!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Melissa Behrens
Bethany Carbone
Smith
Math
Science
2010-2011
Get in the Zome!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Alison Foley
Ryan Cleary
Smith
Science
2010-2011
Crate & Barrel Grant:
Home Tweet Home
Elizabeth Cannone
Lead Teacher
Melissa Behrens
Smith
Science
2010-2011
Weather Watchers
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Melissa Behrens
Alison Foley
Ryan Cleary
Beth Cannone
Smith
Science
2010-2011
Keepin' You in the "Hoop"
Kathy Miller
Smith
Physical Health Education
2010-2011
Gengras Motor Car Grant:
The 2 Cans Steel Drum Ensemble
Alan D. Smith
Lead Teacher
Wendy Martin
Becky Saraceno (Smith) Jackie Makarewicz (Smith)
Johanna Cleary
Heather Barratt (Smith)
Whiting Lane
Smith
Music
2010-2011
Wingmasters
Lynn Sweet-Dobrow
Lead Teacher
Deborah Stolstrom
Kelly Cabell
Therese Horn
Webster Hill
Science
2010-2011
Building Vocabulary and Background Knowledge in the Content Areas
Jacqueline Dimick
Webster Hill
Science
Social Studies
2010-2011
Grenham Family Grant:
Keeper of the Spirit: Owl Woman
Lynn Sweet-Dobrow
Lead Teacher
Deborah Stolstrom
Kelly Cabell
Therese Horn
Webster Hill
Science
Social Studies
2010-2011
Frankie & Bob Goldfarb Grant:
Ball In The House: A Celebration of Individuality and Teamwork
Kim Jackson
Webster Hill
Physical Health Education
2010-2011
Mr. & Mrs. David Dupee Grant:
Collaboration Makes Us SMART: There’s No I in Team
Lee Gluck
Whiting Lane
Other
2010-2011
In Honor of Kristi Luetjen from Theodore & Barbara Shiffman on behalf of the Amicus Foundation Grant:
El Dia del Taino - Taino Day
Lee Gluck
Whiting Lane
World Language
2010-2011
Tablet PCs for Math Help Website
Lindsey Roberts-Walstrom
Whiting Lane
Math
Technology
2010-2011
The Art Game (Because A Little Culture Can Be A Lot of Fun!)
Dan Rosenthal
Wolcott
Visual Arts
Social Studies
2010-2011
A Vision of the Future
Matthew Dicks
Wolcott
Other
2010-2011
Margaret & Adrian Selby Grant:
Second Grade Scientist in Residence Program
Michelle Sebastianelli
Wolcott
Science
2010-2011
Bending Reluctant Readers’ Ears Through Audiobooks
Sarah Lynch
Lead Teacher
Tom Reed-Swale
Wolcott
Language Arts
Technology
2009-2010
Frankie & Bob Goldfarb Grant:
A Siesta Fiesta!
Lisa Horan
Lead Teacher
Lindsey Mulready
Jessica Tamaccio
Shannon Weed
Aiken
Social Studies
Language Arts
2009-2010
Newman Family Grant:
A Mysterious Author
Ellen Cercone
Lead Teacher
Claudine Lavoie
Braeburn
Language Arts
2009-2010
Jeanne Camperchioli Grant:
Printmaking & Poetry" (Lovingly subtitled: "Peter Piper Picked a Printmaking Press that Proved Perfect for Producing a Plethora of Prints.")
Joyce St.Germaine
Bristow Middle School
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2009-2010
Rotary Club of West Hartford Grant:
Learning through Movement and Dance
Heather Schweiger
Lead Teacher
Mario Lopez
Bugbee
Physical Health Education
2009-2010
Special Education Library
Liz Nascimento
Lead Teacher
Eileen Malec
Bugbee
Language Arts
2009-2010
Carson Family Foundation Grant:
Connecticut Science Center Hands-on Experience
JoAnn Lizon
Lead Teacher
Melissa Prior
Kirk Williams
Charter Oak
Science
2009-2010
The Books They Want to Read ~ Choice Novel Classroom Collections
Cindy Vranich
Lead Teacher
Katy Klarnet
Conard High School
Language Arts
2009-2010
"CBR-2" Technology-Based Inquiry (sonic device + graphical analysis)
Gail M. Banwell
Lead Teacher
Keely Connery
Conard High School
Technology
Science
2009-2010
Post High School Opportunities Program
Karen Mortensen
Lead Teacher
Marylou Shand
Conard High School
Other
2009-2010
Aller Family Grant in Honor of Hugh & Benjamin Aller:
West African Storytelling
Nancy Moran
Lead Teacher
Lynn Racz
Arlette de Koning-Hoover
Tracey Wilson
Daria Caruso
Judy Zepke
Conard High School
Language Arts
2009-2010
Speak To Me
Maria DiPoi
Lead Teacher
Nancy Moran
Karen Geitz
John Hegarty
Arlette de Koning-Hoover
Conard High School
World Language
2009-2010
Anonymous Grant in Honor of Kathleen Tracy:
Yes We Can; We are Writers!
Cathie Benner
Lead Teacher
Cindy Barron
Gwen Testerman
Noreen Cavanaugh Hannah Shapiro
Jen Griffin
Duffy
Language Arts
2009-2010
"Braidy, the Story Braid"
Hannah Shapiro
Duffy
Language Arts
2009-2010
Dr. Robert & Gladys Dunn Grant:
Spoken Word Poetry for At-Risk Students
James Solomon
Hall High School
Language Arts
2009-2010
Margaret & Adrian Selby Grant:
Mad Science in the Classroom
Alison Scagliarini
King Philip Middle School
Science
2009-2010
LabQuest
Dianna M. Roy
King Philip Middle School
Science
2009-2010
Cramer Family Charitable Trust Grant - Steven & Elyse Cramer Slitt:
If You Give A Kid a Clicker: Using Turning Point Software to Motivate and Measure Student Learning
Melody Moore
King Philip Middle School
Technology
2009-2010
Miss Crandall’s School for Young Ladies and Little Misses of Color: Bringing Social Activism and Poetry to West Hartford
Melody Moore
King Philip Middle School
Social Studies
Language Arts
2009-2010
Flip Camera : A camera in your pocket will support student learning .
Denise deMello
King Philip Middle School
Technology
2009-2010
The Gift of Cedar - East Meets West
Liz Wallack
Morley
Social Studies
2009-2010
Read Away with a Playaway
Monica Rockefeller
Morley
Language Arts
2009-2010
Cantor Family Grant:
Think Green - Be Green
Sharon Zajack
Morley
Science
2009-2010
Alexander & Catherine Maus Wright Charitable Trust Grant:
ABC’s in Art and Art in ABC’s
Barbara Billings
Norfeldt
Language Arts
Visual Arts
2009-2010
"I Want My MP3": Improving Literacy through Audiobooks
Shannon McNeice
Sedgwick Middle School
Technology
Language Arts
2009-2010
"Clicking" To Improve Student Learning
Shannon McNeice
Sedgwick Middle School
Technology
2009-2010
Mr. & Mrs. David Dupee Grant:
Mark Twain and Harriet Beecher Stowe--Affecting Social Change
Joyce Bogdan
Lead Teacher
Linda Gengel
Shannon McNeice
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
Social Studies
2009-2010
Reading Counts: A Computer-Based Independent Reading System
Ginny Connors
Lead Teacher
Leslie Bruenn
Sedgwick Middle School
Technology
Language Arts
2009-2010
Whole Foods Market Grant:
GPS: Geography Promotes Success
Pamela Matway
Lead Teacher
Jessica Blitzer
Matt Celio
Stephen Kay
Sarah Faulkner
Sedgwick Middle School
Technology
Social Studies
2009-2010
Day, Pitney, LLP Grant:
Live Raptor Program with Associated Literature
Sarah Faulkner
Lead Teacher
Liz Natale
Jonathan Baldwin
Dennis Luciano
Sedgwick Middle School
Science
Language Arts
2009-2010
Thomas Ford Memorial Grant:
21st -Century Skills and Learning in Science
Jasdeep Singh
Sedgwick Middle School
Science
2009-2010
Stohler Family Grant:
Stand and Deliver
Noam Sturm
Smith
Other
2009-2010
Active Academics
Kathy Miller
Smith
Physical Health Education
2009-2010
"Bowl"opoly
Kathy Miller
Smith
Physical Health Education
2009-2010
Comic-ify Your Writing!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Ryan Cleary
Smith
Language Arts
2009-2010
West Hartford Administrators Association Grant:
I Flip for Poetry
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Sheri Tanner
Smith
Language Arts
Technology
2009-2010
Take a Geometric Tour
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Ryan Cleary
Elizabeth Harty
Smith
Math
2009-2010
Optometric Specialty Group Grant:
Project Greenhouse
Elizabeth Cannone
Lead Teacher
Marsha Walsh
Smith
Science
2009-2010
Grenham Family Grant:
One School/One Book
Ann Gargula
Webster Hill
Language Arts
2009-2010
First Grade Memories Quilt
Donna Corcoran
Webster Hill
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2009-2010
Heather Congdon Memorial Grant:
Helping Young Minds Grow
Maggie Cohen
Lead Teacher
Jennifer Burkey
Webster Hill
Physical Health Education
2009-2010
Reid & Riege, PC Grant:
Keeper of the Spirits: Owl Woman
LynnSweet-Dobrow
Lead Teacher
Deborah Stolstrom
Webster Hill
Science
Language Arts
Social Studies
2009-2010
Wingmasters
Lynn Sweet-Dobrow
Lead Teacher
Deborah Stolstrom
Webster Hill
Science
2009-2010
Family Yoga
Jacqueline Dimick
Lead Teacher
Eileen Shaverdian
Webster Hill
Physical Health Education
2009-2010
Karafelis Family Arts Grant:
Hip Hop Dimensions/Poetry in Motion
Kim Jackson
Webster Hill
Physical Health Education
2009-2010
Meeting the District Improvement Plan Assessment Requirements with Senteo Interactive Response System
Lindsey Roberts-Walstrom
Whiting Lane
Technology
2009-2010
The ABC's of Writing
Linda Smith
lead Teacher
Nancy Pacht
Kelly Pierce
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
2009-2010
Crate & Barrel Grant:
SmartBoards in the Music Room
Sarah Chasse
Whiting Lane
Technology
Music
2009-2010
Gengras Motor Cars Grant:
English Language Learners ~ Learning English Through Smartboard Technology
Ryan Cronin
Whiting Lane
Technology
Language Arts
2009-2010
Document Camera
Matthew Dicks
Wolcott
Technology
2008-2009
The Bank of America Grant:
"The Power of Storytelling"
Lou Strillacci
Lead Teacher
Laurel Mills
Aiken
Language Arts
2008-2009
"For the Love of Birds and Butterflies!"
Laurel Mills
Lead Teacher
Aiken
Science
2008-2009
Harris Connect Grant:
The Children's Learning Garden
Laureen Rausch
Lead Teacher
Aiken
Science
2008-2009
Open Air Classroom
Laureen Rausch
Lead Teacher
Aiken
Science
2008-2009
Day, Pitney, LLP Grant:
Beaks, Teeth, Wings & Science Things! Science and Literature with Sneed Collard
Sheri Tanner
Lead Teacher
Pat Vaninwagen; Jill Dailey; Lee Gluck
Smith
Aiken
Duffy
Whiting Lane
Science
Language Arts
2008-2009
Alexander & Catherine Maus Wright Charitable Trust Grant:
Brain Connections for Retention
Eileen McCormick
Lead Teacher
Laurel Mills
Ellen Stokoe
Aiken
Morley
Science
2008-2009
Playaways
Claudine Lavoie
Lead Teacher
Braeburn
Language Arts
2008-2009
Immersing Students into Phonemic Awareness
Karen Gravel
Lead Teacher
Colleen Wolters
Carol Maschi
Braeburn
Language Arts
2008-2009
Rosenberg Orthodontics, PC Grant:
Fairy Tale Villas
Claudine Lavoie
Lead Teacher
June Mann
Braeburn
Language Arts
2008-2009
Karafelis Family Arts Grant:
Building a Community Through Song
Karla McClain
Lead Teacher
Bristow Middle School
Music
2008-2009
Daniel W. Hoyt Memorial Grant:
Won-Ldy Paye's Cultural Enrichment Program
Jessica Grenier
Lead Teacher
Kelly DiPietro; Maria Bateas; Patti Farquhar
Bugbee
Social Studies
Language Arts
Visual Arts
2008-2009
The Cantor Family Grant:
Cote Mural Experience
Heather Schweiger
Lead Teacher
Sydney Kenna
Bugbee
Visual Arts
2008-2009
Webbing Communities Through Technology
Shirley Green
Lead Teacher
Carole Dibble; Valerie Hansen
Bugbee
Social Studies
Technology
2008-2009
Student Publishing Through Audio Commentary and Internet Podcasting
Anthony Weber
Lead Teacher
Suzanne Atwood
Bugbee
Language Arts
Technology
2008-2009
A Colonial Tea Party
Kirk Williams
Lead Teacher
Jo-Ann Lizon; Melissa Prior
Charter Oak
Social Studies
2008-2009
Donald A. Rappaport Memorial Grant:
Connecticut River Simulation/Exploration
Jo-Ann Lizon
Lead Teacher
Kirk Williams; Melissa Prior
Charter Oak
Social Studies
2008-2009
Thomas Ford Memorial Grant:
Literacy Through Photography
Jennifer Dolan
Lead Teacher
Gina Navarra; Robert Roehm
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2008-2009
The Hartford Grant:
Traveling Artist
Penelope Drown
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
2008-2009
Suzuki Violin Preschool Pilot Program
Haig Shaverdian
Lead Teacher
Smith
Charter Oak
Music
2008-2009
ING Grant:
Let's Learn At The Farm!
Jeanne Warner
Lead Teacher
WHPS Central Office
Smith
Charter Oak
Webster Hill
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
2008-2009
Assessment FOR Learning ~ The Use of Student Response Systems (SRS) in Mathematics and Social Studies, Grades 9 and 10
Jessica Blitzer
Lead Teacher
Michelle Graveline
Conard High School
Math
Social Studies
Technology
2008-2009
Crate & Barrel Grant:
Lights, Camera, Science in Action!
Kelli Tautic
Lead Teacher; Leslie Bates; Tien-Tien Chen; Brenda Key
Duffy
Science
Technology
2008-2009
Manders Family Grant:
“Texting Responses with Activexpression”
Ryan Roberts-Walstrom
Lead Teacher
Duffy
Technology
2008-2009
Mr. & Mrs. David Dupee Grant:
Shakespeare Interactive Workshops
Tracy Scutari
Lead Teacher
Sheila Levanti
Duffy
Language Arts
2008-2009
TurningPoint Technology for Advanced Engagement
Kathleen Tracy
Lead Teacher
Duffy
Technology
2008-2009
Frankie & Bob Goldfarb Grant:
Music and Mentoring: An Approach to Creative Writing
Patrick Gustafson
Lead Teacher
Hall High School
Music
Language Arts
2008-2009
Locating the "right" book for every child: Using multiple titles and a teacher's classroom library to increase reading comprehension.
Jessica Kerelejza
Lead Teacher
King Philip Middle School
Language Arts
2008-2009
Heather Congdon Memorial Grant:
Hinduism: Culture & Celebration Through Diwali Designs
Liz Wallack
Lead Teacher
Deta Reid
Morley
Social Studies
Visual Arts
2008-2009
Student Response Cards " Remote Clickers"
Dawn Jaquith-O'Connor
Lead Teacher
Craig Diamond
Morley
Technology
2008-2009
Life Science ~ Microscopic Organisms
Liz_Wallack
Lead Teacher
Morley
Science
2008-2009
Classroom Performance System (CPS) "Clickers"
John P. Tracey
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Technology
2008-2009
Flip Video Camcorder for "Book Talks" and Classroom Discussions
Rona Berkowitz
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Technology
Language Arts
2008-2009
Summer Independent Reading Books
Rona Berkowitz
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
2008-2009
Enhancing the use of an Interactive Smartboard
Shannon McNeice
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Technology
2008-2009
Editing Aloud
Sarah Faulkner
Lead Teacher
Liz Natale; Pam Mack
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
2008-2009
Beth & Kevin Grenham Grant in Honor of Sherry Stohler:
Live Raptor and Falconry Program
Sarah Faulkner
Lead Teacher
Liz Natale; Patrick Nobou
Sedgwick Middle School
Science
2008-2009
TV Studio in a Box
Cathy Lukas
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Technology
2008-2009
Bridging to the Future
Sandra Lopez
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Other
2008-2009
Helping At-Risk Readers Improve Reading Fluency
Shannon McNeice
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
2008-2009
Adventure Based Training Fostering Social Emotional Learning
Christine Welch-Meier
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Physical Health Education
2008-2009
Reid & Riege, PC Grant:
Black History Month Activities - A Unique Cultural Experience
Maxine Smith
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Social Studies
Language Arts
Visual Arts
2008-2009
Margaret & Adrian Selby Grant:
Ancient Japanese Clay Firing Techniques
Susan Gudat
Lead Teacher
Thelma Halloran
Sedgwick Middle School
Visual Arts
Social Studies
2008-2009
Aller Family Grant in Honor of Hugh & Benjamin Aller:
Shakespeare Performance and Interactive Workshops
Thomas Hine
Lead Teacher
Liz Natale; Monica Ahearn; Tom Paleologopoulos
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
2008-2009
Beatrice K. Cramer Memorial Grant:
Steps to Independence: Teaching Everyday Skills to Children through Cooking
Renee Kleinman
Lead Teacher
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
Math
Other
2008-2009
Digital Voice Recorders
Jane M. Macca
Lead Teacher
Heather Barratt
Smith
Technology
2008-2009
Spinning Bees
Kathy Miller
Lead Teacher
Smith
Physical Health Education
2008-2009
Physics "Ph"est
Tracy Bennett
Lead Teacher
Jane Macca; Melissa Behrens; Heather Barrat
Smith
Science
2008-2009
... 3 2 1, Blast Off!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Ryan Cleary
Smith
Science
2008-2009
Karaoke to Courage
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Sheri Tanner; Jennifer Russell
Smith
Music
2008-2009
Electricity is a Snap!
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Smith
Science
2008-2009
Cloze Pro
Amy Parker
Lead Teacher
Smith
Language Arts
2008-2009
Dance-O-Lution
Kathy Miller
Lead Teacher
Kathy Hardesty
Smith
Physical Health Education
2008-2009
Rotary Club of West Hartford Grant:
Artist-In-Residence, M.W. Penn, "Poetry in Math Motion" - Integrating Literature and Mathematics
Kim Jackson
Lead Teacher
Webster Hill
Language Arts
Math
2008-2009
West Hartford Retired Teachers Association Grant:
Keeper of the Spirits: "Owl Woman"
Lynn Sweet-Dobrow
Lead Teacher
Kelly Reseigh; Arlene Burek
Webster Hill
Social Studies
Science
Language Arts
2008-2009
Science Learning Festival
Rachel McFadden
Lead Teacher
Webster Hill
Science
2008-2009
Gengras Motor Cars Grant:
Anita Arrives: A Look at Reading and Writing through an Author's Eyes
Katie Kavanagh
Lead Teacher
Noam Sturm; Heather Bushnell; Renee Sheriffs
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
2008-2009
Math Maniacs
Jeff Michaud
Lead Teacher
Wolcott
Math
2008-2009
Newman Family Grant:
Literacy Work Stations
Matthew Dicks
Lead Teacher
Wolcott
Language Arts
2007-2008
Fun with Fluency
Joanne Brielmann
Aiken
Language Arts
2007-2008
Rotary Club of West Hartford Grant:
"In Our Own Backyard"
Laurel W. Mills
Aiken
Social Studies
Science
2007-2008
A to Z Literacy Show and Literacy Alive Show
Joanne Brielmann
Aiken
Language Arts
2007-2008
Going Buggy
Cathy Davis
Aiken
Science
2007-2008
HOP, SKIP and JUMP: A SENSEable way to Integrated Health and Fitness
Bonnie Arcari
Lead Teacher
Connie Harasymiw
Beth Wolff
MaryAnn Mucino
Rob Parenti
Kathy Desmond
Braeburn
Physical Health Education
2007-2008
The Dupee Family Foundation:
Exploring Poetry: The Reading/Writing Connection
Mary Bohn
Lead Teacher
Nancy Blaschinski
Michele Cashman
Braeburn
Language Arts
2007-2008
Aller Family Grant in Honor of Hugh and Benjamin Aller:
Suzy Kline: Artist in Residence
Claudine Lavoie
Lead Teacher
Ellen Cercone
Braeburn
Language Arts
2007-2008
Take Home Math Backpacks
Silvia Lopes
Braeburn
Math
2007-2008
Reid & Riege, PC Grant:
Kindergarten Classroom Enrichment- Extending the Curriculum
Barbara Carpenter
Lead Teacher
Kathy Carella
June Mann
Anita Bage
Braeburn
Language Arts
2007-2008
Elements of Reading - Vocabulary
Kim Breen
Lead Teacher
Michelle Aniello
Sarah Joyce
Marta Weidl
Braeburn
Language Arts
2007-2008
Project Sun Safety
Julie Schwartz
RN
Lead Teacher
Allison Rowlson
Bristow Middle School
Science
Physical Health Education
2007-2008
Trout Brook Ecology Study
Anthony Weber
Lead Teacher
Suzanne Atwood
Bugbee
Science
2007-2008
Bank of America Grant:
Wonderful Words: Literacy Games and Puzzles for Families in Grades K-2
Linda Griffin
Charter Oak
Language Arts
2007-2008
The Cantor Family Grant:
Healthy Hearts and Book Smarts
Glenn Horowitz
Lead Teacher
Jen Dolan
Sarah Dalton
Rebecca Cochran
Charter Oak
Language Arts
Physical Health Education
2007-2008
Kindergarten Guest Speakers
Jennifer Dorl
Lead Teacher
Kathy Cleary
John Foster
Charter Oak
Social Studies
2007-2008
A Picture Tells a Thousand Words-Using Photography to Elaborate Writing
Jennifer Dolan
Lead Teacher
Charter Oak
Visual Arts
Language Arts
2007-2008
Alexander & Catherine Maus Wright Charitable Trust Grant:
Sounds of India
Jo-Ann Lizon
Lead Teacher
Kirk Williams
Melissa Lane
Charter Oak
Social Studies
2007-2008
Customs & Contrasts: A Cultural Workshop
Jo-Ann Lizon
Lead Teacher
Kirk Williams
Melissa Lane
Charter Oak
Social Studies
2007-2008
Daniel W. Hoyt Memorial Grant:
World Story Festival
Dawn Hyland
Charter Oak
Social Studies
Language Arts
2007-2008
Around the World in Spanish
Alison Peake
Conard High School
World Language
2007-2008
Rosenberg Orthodontics, PC Grant:
Multicultural Assembly: The Vitality of Mexican Music
Gregory Andrews
Lead Teacher
Karen Geitz
Conard High School
Social Studies
Music
2007-2008
Fostering the Essential Home/School Connection
Cindy Barron
Lead Teacher
Cathie Benner
Duffy
Language Arts
2007-2008
Carson Family Foundation Grant:
From Blank Page to Book
Leslie Bates
Duffy
Language Arts
2007-2008
Using Electronic Portfolios with At-risk Students
Timothy Cayer
Lead Teacher
Rachel Tonucci
Hall High School
Technology
2007-2008
Heather Congdon Memorial Grant:
Student Writers Perform
Patrick Gustafson
Hall High School
Language Arts
2007-2008
Utilization of Data Collection in AP Biology and AP Environmental
Cindy Tellgmann-Caruk
Lead Teacher
Kathleen Goghill
Hall High School
Science
Technology
2007-2008
ING Grant:
Technology Enhancement for Physics Students (TEPS)
Kathleen Cloud
Lead Teacher
Norman Burtness
Hall High School
Science
Technology
2007-2008
Dr. Robert & Gladys Dunn Grant:
The Beacon Academy-an academic support program
Shelley Solomon
Lead Teacher
Leslie Weeks
Colleen Peling
Kim Mickus
Kelly Fransen
Hall High School
Other
2007-2008
Eleanor & Jerome Caplan Grant in Honor of Mary D. Hourdequin:
Where in West Hartford? A Global Positioning System Project: Phase 2
Alison Scagliarini
King Philip Middle School
Social Studies
Technology
2007-2008
Dr. Peter Pegolo Grant:
What a Character! Learning Through Puppetry
Sharon Zajack
Morley
Language Arts
2007-2008
Frankie & Bob Goldfarb Grant:
The Music of Math
Judie Goldenthal
Lead Teacher
Joan Greenfield
Lori Durocher
Brenda Worth
Norfeldt
Math
Music
2007-2008
Act!vated Storytellers
Barbara Billings
Norfeldt
Language Arts
2007-2008
Spanish for Spanish Speakers
Sarah Burke
Lead Teacher
Elvira Casillas
Sedgwick Middle School
World Language
2007-2008
Bill and Nancy Newman Grant:
Hands-On Water Pollution
Sarah Faulkner
Sedgwick Middle School
Science
2007-2008
West Hartford Administrators Association Grant:
REACH Program for Academic and Social Excellence
Jonathan Baldwin
Sedgwick Middle School
Language Arts
2007-2008
The Hartford Grant:
Language and Communities
David Simon
Sedgwick Middle School
World Language
Social Studies
2007-2008
West Hartford Insurance Agencies Grant (Edward Connors Agency; Thomas Fahy Agency; Coursey Financial; Sinatro Agencies):
Trout in the Classroom
Lesley A. Callahan
Smith
Science
2007-2008
Margaret & Adrian Selby Grant:
Children's Stage Adventure
Lesley Callahan
Lead Teacher
Karen Bachman
Becky Saraceno
Kathy Miller
Smith
Social Studies
2007-2008
Poetry Set to Music
Kathy Hardesty
Lead Teacher
Becky Saraceno
Smith
Language Arts
2007-2008
Albert A. Lenge Memorial Grant:
"Imagine Every Child Listening, Every Child Learning"
Debby Burian
Lead Teacher
Linda Sartinsky
Kristine Plasse
WHPS Central Office
Technology
2007-2008
Enhancing Oral Language and Vocabulary
Debbie Carbone
Webster Hill
Language Arts
2007-2008
Let's Learn About Community Helpers
Gert Swale
Lead Teacher
Jennifer Burkey
Laura O'Brien
Webster Hill
Social Studies
2007-2008
Navigating Non-Fiction
Debbie Carbone
Webster Hill
Language Arts
2007-2008
Quick Reads
Penny DeFrino
Webster Hill
Language Arts
2007-2008
Phonics Fun
Melissa DeFeo
Lead Teacher
Penny DeFrino
Webster Hill
Language Arts
2007-2008
Focus on Phonics
Beth Mazur
Lead Teacher
Donna Corcoran
Denise Yolles
Debbie Stolstrom
Webster Hill
Language Arts
2007-2008
Third Grade Wingmasters
Lynn Sweet-Dobrow
Lead Teacher
Kendra Kletter
Lisa Pons
Webster Hill
Science
2007-2008
Healthy Eating for a Healthy Life
Alison Zakrewski
Lead Teacher
Rick Wells
Webster Hill
Physical Health Education
2007-2008
Aaron Scott & Pam Howard Family Grant:
Poet in Residence
Gloria Torres
Whiting Lane
Language Arts
2007-2008
Aaron Scott & Pam Howard Family Grant:
Steps to Respect: A Bullying Prevention Program
Gloria Torres
Whiting Lane
Physical Health Education
2007-2008
West Hartford Junior Woman's Club Grant:
Eli Whitney Science Kits
Lee Gluck
Whiting Lane
Science
2007-2008
Literacy Centers
Jeffrey Michaud
Wolcott
Language Arts
2007-2008
Digital Audiobook Literacy Project
Kathleen Paquette
Lead Teacher
Linda Beyer
Wolcott
Language Arts
Technology
2007-2008
The Dupee Family Foundation Grant:
Literacy Work Stations
Jessica Marchand
Wolcott
Language Arts
2007-2008
Karafelis Family Arts Grant:
Age of Exploration and Medieval Times
Kelly Davis
Lead Teacher
Jessica Marchand
Wolcott
Social Studies
2007-2008
Hands-On Literacy
Christopher Clay
Wolcott
Language Arts
2007-2008
Thomas Ford Memorial Grant:
Geology Garden
Matthew Dicks
Wolcott
Science
2007-2008
Mr. & Mrs. David Dupee Grant:
Neighborhood Wildlife Conference
Lee Gluck
Wolcott
Science
No results.