Innovative Education Grant Program
We fund innovative, creative projects that enrich student learning experiences and support the district’s mission of developing each child intellectually, artistically, emotionally, physically, and socially, so that all students are lifelong learners, complex thinkers, responsible global citizens, and effective communicators. Grants are awarded to teachers, programs, and departments around the district for creative innovative education projects.
Previously funded projects include equipment for an aquaponics lab, drone kits for middle and high school students and even e-books for libraries across the district.
Grants in Action
Students Helping Veterans: Big Heroes, Tiny Homes
James Gaylord, Summer Creek High School
Melissa Taylor, Kingwood Park High School
The mission of Students Helping Veterans: Big Heroes, Tiny Homes is to create a student-stocked tiny home community for homeless veterans in the Houston area through partnerships with nonprofits, businesses, and private individuals in our community. The project seeks to provide a sense of community and safety to these individuals who have formerly lived on the streets of Houston, and to ultimately foster the development of similar projects across the nation. The Foundation is proud to support the project through various grants.
The Future Scientist Initiative Program
Terra Farmer, Kingwood High School
The Future Scientist Initiative Program inspires a new generation of scientists by fostering a deep curiosity about the world through engaging science outreach initiatives. High school students assume the role of mentors and lead an electrifying series of outreach adventures at the elementary and middle schools in Humble ISD. These high school scientists cover a range of captivating subjects, including Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Aerospace, and Ecology.
Keep Reading Rolling
Anita McKeague, Jack Fields Elementary
Beep! Beep! The Summer Book cart is in! Students at Jack Fields Elementary will roll into this celebration and select a new set of books for the summer. Families partner with educators to encourage continuous summer reading, extend learning outside of the classroom, and mitigate the summer reading slide.
