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Grants<\/span> Awards<\/h2>\n
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Check out\u00a0Grants in Action<\/a> Blog!<\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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DISTRICT WIDE GRANTS<\/b>\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

ART OF EDUCATION CURRICULUM SUITE\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

The Art of Education University is a platform that will provide K-12 visual art teachers with curriculum development, including access to learning modules and lesson plans to build on their knowledge base and skills. The Curriculum is aligned with the National Standards of Art. Grant proposed by Art Teacher, Susan Gilbert.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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HIGH SCHOOL GRANTS<\/b>\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

RMHS PODCASTS<\/em>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

RMHS Podcasts is a project that gives RMHS students the high-quality tools needed to apply their voices and insights to a communication medium that continues to grow in relevance, popularity, and influence–the podcast!\u00a0 Grant proposed by English Teacher\/Department Head, Michael McSweeney and Library Media Specialist, Lynda Moylan.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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JUNETEENTH SPEAKER\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Students of Color & Allies for Equity, Justice, & Inclusion (SOCA4EJI) will host the second annual Juneteenth event in June of 2023. RPS community members are invited to celebrate and learn about the history behind Juneteenth. The event will feature guest speaker, Jamele Adams.\u00a0 Grant proposed by SOCA4EJI co-advisors Anna Cuevas and Sherilla Lestrade.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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MIDDLE SCHOOL GRANTS<\/b>\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

ROLLER READING ROCKETS\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

This grant will provide a class set of rollerblades and safety equipment that Coolidge and Parker Middle Schools will share. This equipment will introduce students to a lifetime activity that has many health benefits.\u00a0 Grant proposed by Coolidge Middle School Wellness teachers, Danielle Healey & Christian Huizenga and Parker Wellness teachers, Ariana Esdra & Doug Gibbs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u201cLISTEN TO WHAT I HAVE TO SAY\u201d PODCASTING IN THE CLASSROOM\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

This grant will be used to purchase noise cancelling panels and microphones to assist students and teachers in producing high quality podcasts.\u00a0 Teachers and students will be able to use this equipment to enhance curriculum and projects.\u00a0 Grant proposed by Coolidge Middle School Social Studies teacher, Mary Anne Cuscuna.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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PARKER MIDDLE SCHOOL MIRIMBA\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

The addition of a marimba will deepen and expand learning for percussionists and all students who are in the Parker Middle School band.\u00a0 Students will have the opportunity to experience different genres of music that <\/span>include the marimba and hear the specific timbre that would otherwise be missing.\u00a0 Grant proposed by Parker Middle School Music Teacher and Band Director, Andrew Norton.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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VOCAL\/CHORAL GUEST ARTIST SERIES\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Three professional singers\/vocal coaches will serve as guest artists and clinicians at various times throughout the school year.\u00a0 Chorus & Acapella group participants will expand their knowledge as the receive instruction from:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n