The Houston Education Foundation (HEF) recently awarded three grants totaling $2,774.34 to the Houston R-1 School District.
The first grant – in the amount of $1,818.95 – went to the school’s graphic arts and digital design program. The grant was used to purchase a drone and 360-degree camera. The equipment will help students be better prepared to use similar technology in their future careers.
The second grant – in the amount of $578.39 – went to the physical education program. The funds will be used to purchase recreational equipment for the students to lay the foundation for healthy lifestyle habits.
The third grant – in the amount of $377 – was awarded to the school’s chess club. The grant will be used to purchase equipment for the club. The group has begun competing with area schools.
HEF has a mission of promoting educational excellence and opportunity beyond the scope of the Houston R-1 school system by generating financial resources from private funds to provide support for education programs.
To learn more, go here. To donate funds that go directly to helping students, go here.
