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Grant Awards

Over $200,000 awarded...and counting!

2010
-Clare Adams, 4th Grade Teacher, $1,950.00 for Writing Camp Part 1
-Clare Adams, 4th Grade Teacher, $1,950.00 for Writing Camp Part 2
-Clare Adams, 4th Grade Teacher, $1,950.00 for Writing Camp Part 3
-Amy Boulanger, Nutrition Director, $5,201.20 for Fresh Produce & Educational Materials
-Sylvia Buttler, Elementary Principal, $5,945.00 for Field Trips for the Campus
-Sylvia Buttler, Elementary Principal, $2,058 for K-8 M.A.R.E Program with UTMSI Campus
-Marilyn Cook, District Dyslexia Specialist, $986.00 for Learning in a Digital Age Conference
-Marilyn Cook, District Dyslexia Specialist, $3,006.26 for Book Festivals for the Campus
-Gay deMontel, Music Teacher, $1,300.00 for 5th Grade Symphony
-Gay deMontel, Music Teacher, $1,055.00 for Drumming Instruction
-Julie Findley, 5th Grade Teacher, $360.00 for Great Texas Birding Classic Registration
-Veronica Harlin, Special Education, $1,406.10 for Certified Wildlife Habitat
-Melissa Ramsden, District Nurse, $1,500.00 for National School Nurse Conference
-Pam Voyles, Librarian, $1,500.00 for Library Books
-Paul Balcom, Reading Teacher, Lindley Eldridge & Terence Davidson, Special Education, $2,467.50 for Laptops for Computers on Wheels
-Patt Coeckelenbergh, Librarian, $2,500.00 to Update Non-Fiction Materials
-Andrea Skloss, Science Teacher, $2,500.00 for Sparking Science
-Kate Williams, ELA Teacher, $1,490.00 for Teacher National English Convention
-Kate Williams, ELA Teacher, $2,457.78 for Creating the Write Environment
-Kate Williams, ELA Teacher, $6,238.00 for Virtual Writers Workshop
-Laurie Barello, Science Dept. Head, $2,500 to Upgrade Computer and Science Labs
-Peter Barello, Social Studies Teacher, $2,500.00 for iPod History
-Gary Mott, Criminal Justice Instructor, $874.00 for Criminal Justice Instructors Training
-Gary Mott, Theatre Arts, $1,829.95 for Sound System
-Gary Mott, Criminal Justice Instructor, $1,500.00 for National Conference
-Bill Slingerland, Science Teacher, $1,000.00 to Promote Cooking Skills and Food Knowledge
-Monica Sonnier, CTE Coordinator, $2,250.00 for Industry Standard Upgrade
-Pamela Voyles, Sewing Teacher, $1,500.00 for Sewing Equipment
-Pamela Voyles, Librarian, $3,594.00 for iPads Campus

2009
-Sylvia Buttler, Elementary Principal, $4,362.50 for field trips
-Ginny Shaw, 1st Grade Teacher, $295.00 for Cafe Classroom Workshop
-Heather Collins, 2nd grade teacher, $1,795.00 for interactive whiteboard
-Ashley Boies, 2nd grade teacher, $1,795.00 for interactive whiteboard
-Marilyn Cook, District Dyslexia Specialist, $714.88 continuation of “All Kinds of Minds” Program
-Marilyn Cook, District Dyslexia Specialist, $1086.10 for Technology Workshop
-Gay deMontel, Music teacher, $1,300.00 for 5th grade Symphony 2010
-Julie Findley, 5th grade teacher, $300.00 for Student Entries in the Great Texas Birding Classic -Dana Scott, 3rd grade teacher, $1,534.00 for laptops
-Patt Coeckelenbergh, Middle School Librarian, $1,354.00 for reference materials
-Kristi Longanecker, Social Studies/History teacher, $2,500.00 for Worldstrides Trip
-Terence Davidson, Middle School teacher, $3,267.43 for Quizdom system
-Paul Balcom, Middle School Reading teacher, $1,000.00 for reading lab
-Laurie Barello, Science Dept. Head, $1,536.96 for updated chemistry lab
-Laurie Barello, Science Dept. Head, $1,140,45 for Space Center Houston
-Peter Barello, Social Studies teacher, $1,417.92 for Geographical Information Systems
-Peter Barello, Social Studies teacher, $1,457.85 for Interwrite Pads
-Peter Barello, Social Studies teacher, $1,378.00 for Powerpoint Slides
-Nona Hendricks & Mike Jones, Math teachers, $3,000.00 for Algebra and Geometry Workshops
-Leif Johnson, Technology Coordinator, $9,947.00 for laptops
-Gary Mott, English & Theatre Arts teacher, $1,500.00 for 911 Operator Teacher Certification
-Bill Slingerland, Science teacher, $1,500.00 for dissection materials
-Randell Buttler, Industrial Arts teacher, $2,500.00 for safety equipment
-Randell Buttler, Industrial Arts teacher, $2,433.00 for tools & equipment
-Jill B. Smith, Science teacher, $1,490.85 for Interactive Online Resources
-Jill B. Smith, Science teacher, $601.28 for UT Observatory Teacher Workshops
-Thomas McHenry, Art teacher, $785.00 for Art room equipment
-Melanie Mayer, English teacher, $1,000.00 for NCTE Convention
-Melissa Ramsden, District Nurse, $4,475.00 for Alcohol-Wise Program

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2008
-Gay de Montel, music teacher, Elementary School, $1,200.00 for 5th Grade Symphony 2008
-Dana Scott, 3rd grade teacher, $1001.55 for 3rd Grade Natural Bridge Caverns Trip
-Katy Brennan, kindergarten teacher, $1,685.00 for interactive whiteboard
-Carly Carlough, kindergarten teacher, $1,685.00 for interactive whiteboard
-Rhonda Burger, 5th grade teacher, $3,660.00 for six ELMO TT02-S for the campus
-Heather Collins, 1st grade teacher, $1,685.00 for interactive whiteboard
-Devan Rasnick, 1st grade teacher, $1,685.00 for interactive whiteboard
-Marilyn Cook, District Dyslexia Specialist, $1,500 to attend “All Kinds of Minds” Training
-Gay deMontel, Music teacher, $2,500.00 for “Orff” Instruments
-Gay deMontel, Music teacher, $1,300.00 for 5th Grade Symphony 2009
-Julie Findley, 5th grade teacher, $534.74 for Student Entries in the Great Texas Birding Classic
-Gina McKeever, 4th grade teacher, $1,722 for student presentation laptops
-Dana Scott, 3rd grade teacher, $1,001.55 for 3rd grade trip to Natural Bridge Caverns
-Patt Coeckelenbergh, Library Aide, $2,500 for books & shelving donated by Lancaster Industries
-Brian Flack, Social Studies/History teacher, $265.00 for 7th grade Goliad trip
-Christine Kreutziger, Math teacher, $260.00 for 6th grade King Ranch trip
-Kristi Longanecker, Social Studies/History teacher, $1,128.00 for classroom map sets
-Andrea Skloss, Science teacher, $1,778.00 for interactive classroom technology
-Laurie Barello, Science Dept. Head, $2,369.00 to upgrade Physics Lab
-Peter Barello, Social Studies teacher, $239.12 for Advanced Placement Study Materials
-Peter Barello, Social Studies teacher, $497.79 to expand software selection for Quizdom System
-Peter Barello, Social Studies teacher, $560.70 for PowerZone Interactive Gaming System
-Nona Hendricks, Math teacher, $725.00 for ELMO TT02
-Leif Johnson, Technology Coordinator, $1,854.00 for two dedicated PCs for Novanet System
-Claudia Locher, Life Skills teacher, $1,640.56 to continue Home Ec. Sewing Class
-Gary Mott, Theatre Arts teacher, $6,000 for complete U. I. L. stage set
-Bill Slingerland, Science teacher, $1,500.00 for aquariums and trip to collect specimens
-Monica Sonnier, Yearbook sponsor, $216.96 for graphics tablets for photo editing
-Monica Sonnier, Yearbook sponsor, $2,026.40 for multimedia course software
-Marilyn Cook, District Dyslexia Specialist, $1,420.00 to conduct a Learning Challenges Study
-Cheryl Park, High School Content Mastery, $4,490.00 for Weatherbug Achieve Program for K-12
-Randell Buttler, Industrial Arts teacher, $4,764.13 for welding equipment

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2007
-Gay deMontel, music teacher, Elementary School, $1,200.00 for 5th Grade Symphony 2007
-Peter Barello, teacher, PAHS, $2,500.00 to help purchase Quizdom Interactive Learning System
-Claudia Locher, teacher, PAHS, $1,537.98 to provide sewing equipment and supplies
-Leif Johnson, PAHS teacher, $1206.75 to buy a Scantron
-Jill B. Smith, PAHS teacher, $960.00 to get students involved in iEARN
-Monica Sonnier, PAHS teacher, $895.97 for a digital camera for yearbook production
-Coleen Gartman, director of district cafeteria services, $1,850.00 to expand nutrition education
-Gay deMontel, music teacher, Elementary School, $2,205.00 to buy 16 percussion instruments
-Marilyn Cook, teacher, Olsen Elementary, $1,500.00 for The Learning Center in Austin
-Julie Findley, teacher, Olsen Elementary, $1,213.94 to help buy high quality binoculars
-Rhonda Burger, teacher, Olsen Elementary, $2,167.98 to buy the 2 ELMO TT-02 Teachers Tool
-Clare L. Adams, teacher, Olsen Elementary, $1,557.00 for 4th Grade Alamo trip
-Ginny Shaw, pre-kindergarten teacher, Olsen Elementary, $1,700.00 for interactive whiteboard
-Ginny Shaw, also received $1,200.00 for online technical training

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What the teachers are saying...

"On Dec. 10, the fifth grade took a field trip to Rockport to The Fulton Mansion and the Texas Maritime Museum. The PAEF sponsored the Maritime Museum. We had a wonderful time...
At the Maritime Museum, we took part in a scavenger hunt that exposed us to all sections of the museum. We learned about steamboats, the Colt 45, lighthouses, parts of a boat, Morse code, pirates, explorers, fishing (both commercial and recreational), the oil industry, and navigation...
We are so lucky to have the Education Foundation support our school and students. Field trips truly broaden the children’s horizons and make learning exciting.
Thank you for your commitment to education."
Julie Findley & Rhonda Burger
Fifth Grade Teachers

"Part of my educational philosophy is to never stop learning. I am dedicated to bringing my best to Port Aransas and to our kids, and that means I have to change and grow constantly to meet the needs of my students... I was so excited to be awarded a grant to attend the National Council of Teachers of English annual convention in Philadelphia. I just got back, and I can't thank you enough...I brought materials, web site information, new technology training, and new ideas back to share with the entire department, which means every student will benefit from your investment."
Ms. Melanie, Mayer, PAHS English Teacher

"Second grade had a fantastic time at the Corpus Christi Coast Guard Station...We got to see inside a helicopter and sit inside a jet. We saw a demonstration about the basket the coast guard uses to save lives. The students even got to sit in the basket! Thank you for our grant." Heather Collins & Cindy Moats
Second Grade Teachers

"My classes are using the new tools and equipment every day, and they are
enjoying them immensely. Thanks so much" Mr. Randell Buttler, Industrial Arts Teacher

"Thank You So Much.
I'm not sure if you are aware but we purchased a total of 97 ACER netbooks with the combined funds from PAEF and the High School technology budget. These are being used daily. We have three rolling carts and wireless access points so these can be used by all classes anywhere in the HS building. Jill Smith, Peter Barello, and Mike Jones seem to use them the most in their math, science and social studies classes. This is a wonderful asset to our school and is positively impacting the academic achievement of our students every day. Thank you again so much for all that you do. " Leif Johnson, District Technology Coordinator

"This to let you know that we took delivery on the Qwizdom interactive system just last Friday. Several of the teachers are looking forward tothe use of that system in their classrooms. I KNOW the kids are just going
to love it.
Thank you for all the ways that I am aware of that you benefit these kids,
the district, and the community-at-large. And I know there is much more
than just what I've seen. Please let your Foundation colleagues know how
much our students are being helped from all of your collective effort, and
that we appreciate you all very much."
Terry Davidson, Middle School Teacher

Enjoy a video here provided by Marilyn Cook, District Dyslexia Specialist, regarding her recent attendance of a workshop funded by PAEF.
Further information on the work Marilyn Cook has done, with help from PAEF, can be found here Marilyn's Website

“I think we put in for five (grants), and they gave us five...more books for the library, which is always good, some advanced technology for science classes…just a great day for Brundrett Middle School.” Bob Byrd, Middle School Principal

“Port Aransas ISD has always been a leader in technology among school districts in the Coastal Bend. I am so appreciative of the support that our community gives to our students. This grant will enable our kids access to superior technology in a way that will enhance their academic achievement. All the students and staff want to thank PAEF for their commitment to our students." Leif Johnson, District Technology Coordinator

“I feel elated about this (grant) - not only because it makes my teaching job easier, but because it offers students the latest updates on welding technology and allows them more time under the hood, so to speak.” Randell Buttler, Industrial Arts Teacher

“We have used grant money to buy sewing machines and fabric that we use all year long...this has become a very popular class...I am grateful the kids are developing a skill and talent that will serve them a lifetime.” Claudia Locher, District Special Education/Life Skills

“I used the physics grant money to buy lab equipment. So this year’s physics class has completed about three times as many labs as last year’s class. The equipment was a little difficult to adjust at first but the kids have become experts.” Laurie Barello, Science Department Head

“February 21 the fifth graders will attend the Corpus Christi Symphony Orchestra concert because of generous funding of PAEF. We will have dinner at Trout Street before going to the Performing Arts Center." Gay deMontel, Music teacher

PAEF on the receiving end of a grant award!

The foundation is off to a good start for next year with the receipt of its first grant for $2,500 from the Earl C. Sams Foundation of Corpus Christi.

“We continue to try and find outside sources for our donations because we realize that our small community is constantly ask to give," Roberts said.

The Earl C. Sams Foundation, Inc. is a charitable private family foundation created by Earl C. Sams in New York in 1946. His descendants continue his legacy in Texas where the foundation was reincorporated as a Texas foundation in 1988. The foundation funds are used for many projects in various educational, medical, social, religious and environmental areas.