Education Foundation of WCPS

🌟 The Education Foundation of WCPS wishes all Washington County Public Schools students and families a fantastic first day of school!

Be sure to check out our newsletter to learn about the exciting programs we're implementing to support education and discover ways you can get involved. Together, we can make this school year amazing! 🎉

Have a great year, everyone! 🚀

Welcome Back, WCPS STUDENTS! The Education Foundation is wishing all students a stellar school year!

🌟 Welcome Back, Washington County Public Schools Teachers and Staff! 🌟

The Education Foundation of WCPS wishes you all an amazing school year ahead! As you prepare for your students' arrival next week, don’t forget we have funding available to support your Innovative Classroom and school projects. The application is easy to complete and open until October 4th! 📝

🔗 Apply now: www.educationfoundationofwcps.org/innovative-grants

Also, be sure to check out our Fall Newsletter for more information on available programs and upcoming events from the foundation.

Wishing you the best school year ever! 🍎✨

Welcome Back, WCPS STAFF! The Education Foundation is wishing all WCPS Staff a stellar school year!

⚾️DID YOU GET YOUR TICKETS YET for the WCPS Back-to-School Baseball Bash – for next SUNDAY, AUGUST 25th? ⚾️

Get ready for an exciting game with your Washington County Public Schools classmates as the Hagerstown Flying Boxcars take the field at Meritus Park!

🎟️ Purchase your tickets at bit.ly/wcps-baseballbash (use the passcode: WCPS). A portion of the proceeds benefits the Education Foundation of WCPS!

The first 1000 attendees can stop by the Education Foundation booth to redeem a FREE lunch box name tag!

🎉 The Education Foundation of WCPS welcomed new teachers at the 2024 Michael G. Callas New Educator’s Reception yesterday! We are here to support you in any way we can. Wishing you all a fantastic first year at Washington County Public Schools 🍎✏️

Annual College Fair happening NOW at !! Over 100 colleges represented!! Thank you & for hosting!

The 3rd Annual "Chip in for Quality Education Golf Tournament" is open for registration! Join us for great food, spirits, and golf all included in your registration fee. Washington County Public Schools employees receive 50% off registration fees thank you to WCPS Employee Wellness! All are welcome! For more information about registration and sponsorships visit www.educationfoundationofwcps.org/golf.html
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Attention all Washington County Public Schools Employees!

As we approach the back-to-school season, keep in mind that The Education Foundation of WCPS has Innovative Grants available for your school and classroom needs. The application is open until October 4th, and awards will be presented in November!

For more information and to apply visit: http://www.educationfoundationofwcps.org/innovative-grants.html.

🧑‍🏫Are you a teacher with groundbreaking ideas? The 2024 Innovative Grant applications are now open until October 4th! 🚀 Don’t miss this chance to turn your innovative dreams into reality. Apply today at www.educationfoundationofwcps.org/innovative-grants and let’s continue inspiring the next generation of innovators! 💡

⚾️DID YOU GET YOUR TICKETS YET for the WCPS Back-to-School Baseball Bash? ⚾️

Get ready for an exciting game with your Washington County Public Schools classmates as the Hagerstown Flying Boxcars take the field at Meritus Park on August 25th.

🎟️ Purchase your tickets at bit.ly/wcps-baseballbash (use the passcode: WCPS). A portion of the proceeds benefits the Education Foundation of WCPS!

The first 1000 attendees can stop by the Education Foundation booth to redeem a FREE lunch box name tag!

Don't miss out on this fun-filled day at the park. We hope to see you there!

⚾️ Join us for a Back-to-School Baseball Bash at Meritus Park! ⚾️

Get ready for an exciting game with your Washington County Public Schools classmates as the Hagerstown Flying Boxcars take the field on August 25th.

🎟️ Support the Foundation: Purchase your tickets at bit.ly/wcps-baseballbash (use the passcode WCPS). A portion of the proceeds benefits the Education Foundation of WCPS!

Free Lunch Boxes: The first 1000 attendees can stop by the Education Foundation Booth to redeem a fre e lunch box name tag!

Don't miss out on this fun-filled day at the park. We hope to see you there!

Congratulations! Amazing Project!

We are so thankful for your support!

Today was a special day as David Shuster, President and CEO of Horizon Goodwill Industries, handed over a check to Sheila Evers, Executive Director of the Education Foundation of WCPS, along with Dr. Sovine, Superintendent of Washington County Public Schools.

This generous donation comes from this year's 𝐒𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞; it will all help our foundation. WCPS schools came together and donated over 40,000 pounds of items! Huge thanks to everyone in our community for being so generous!

Shout out to our fantastic sponsors, Middletown Valley Bank, AmeriServ Bank, and United Bank, for making this event a big success!

This afternoon, David Shuster, President and CEO of Horizon Goodwill Industries, presented a check to Sheila Evers, Executive Director of Education Foundation of WCPS, and Dr. Sovine, Superintendent of Washington County Public Schools from the proceeds of this year's Spring into Education Donation Drive to benefit the foundation.

We cannot thank Horizon Goodwill and their entire team enough for this amazing fundraiser! 🙌

WCPS schools collectively donated over 40,000 pounds of donations! Thank you to our community for your generosity!

Many thanks to our sponsors MVB Bank Inc., AmeriServ Bank, and United Bank for making this annual fundraising event a successful one! 🙏💖

🌟 The Education Foundation of WCPS hosted their board retreat at Meritus Park today! Washington County is so fortunate to have this passionate group enriching public education in our community. We're excited about the impactful support and positive contributions for the upcoming school year. Thank you for all you do! 📚💙

ICYMI, the Education Foundation of WCPS & Horizon Goodwill Industries the wanted to share the winners of the "Washington County Public Schools – Spring into Education Donation Drive” again (originally announced on May 31, 2024)!

CONGRATS to all of the WINNERS...

🏆 1ST place Middle school – Antietam Academy – for their efforts, they received the Goodwill Cup and $1,000 from our sponsors!!

🏆 1ST place High school - Clear Spring High – for their efforts, they received the Goodwill Cup and $1,000 from our sponsors!!

🏅3RD place Elementary school – Old Forge Elementary – for their efforts, they received $250 from our sponsors!

🏅2ND place Elementary school – Marshall Street School/Job Development – for their efforts, they received $500 from our sponsors!

🏆 1ST place Elementary school AND overall winner was...….. Cascade Elementary – for their efforts, they received the Goodwill Cup for the second year in a row and $1,750 from our sponsors!!!

Many thanks to our sponsors MVB Bank Inc., AmeriServ Bank, & United Bank for making this annual fundraising event a successful one!

Innovative Grant Spotlight
Mrs. Stouffer's students in the Allied Health program at Smithsburg High School used models purchased through the Education Foundation Innovative Grant to learn about various healthcare careers and procedures. The grant allowed the purchase of models to demonstrate intubations and blood draws, both of which are essential procedures performed by health care professions. The use of the models gives the students hands-on experience of procedures they may eventually perform in future careers.Students are excited to be pursuing careers in health care and, with the use of new procedure models, will be more prepared for future classes. We are excited to see continued growth of our allied health program at SHS!

Your top high school in the Education Foundation of WCPS "Spring into Education Donation Drive" is....

Clear Spring!

They receive the Goodwill Cup and $1,000 from our sponsors MVB Bank Inc., AmeriServ Bank, and United Bank.

Congratulations and thank you! Washington County Public Schools

Your second place elementary school in the Education Foundation of WCPS "Spring into Education Donation Drive is....

Marshall Street School!

They receive $500 from our sponsors MVB Bank Inc., AmeriServ Bank, and United Bank.

Congratulations and thank you! Washington County Public Schools

Your top middle school in the Education Foundation of WCPS "Spring into Education Donation Drive" is....

Antietam Academy!

They received the Goodwill Cup and $1,000 from our sponsors MVB Bank Inc., AmeriServ Bank, and United Bank.

Congratulations and thank you! Washington County Public Schools

Your third place elementary school in the Education Foundation of WCPS "Spring into Education Donation Drive" is....

Old Forge Elementary!

For their efforts, they received $250 from our sponsors MVB Bank Inc., AmeriServ Bank, and United Bank.

Congratulations and thank you! Washington County Public Schools

The results for the Education Foundation of WCPS "Spring Into Education Donation Drive" are in.

Our top elementary school AND overall school in the Spring into Education Donation drive is....

Cascade Elementary!

They received the Goodwill Cup for the second year in a row and $1,750 from our sponsors MVB Bank Inc., AmeriServ Bank, and United Bank

Congratulations and thank you! Washington County Public Schools

It was a great day for a ball game in support of education. Washington County Public Schools students electrified Meritus Park cheering on their home team the Hagerstown Flying Boxcars! The students energy was contagious, they even started the first ”Wave” at the park!

Mrs. Evers implemented an innovative project at Cascade Elementary called Comfort at Cascade. This project introduced flexible seating in the library, sensory room, and her 4th grade classroom. The project added open minded seating options including a mini sofas, medicine balls, reading nooks, rocking chairs, lap desks, extra stools, bean bags, and cushions.

These flexible seating options allow students to choose an area that best fits their learning style during independent work time, enhancing comfort and focus. Great job, Mrs. Evers, for creating a welcoming and adaptable learning environment! 🌈✏️

Innovative Grant Spotlight! 🌟🧠

Williamsport High School's Equity Lead Teacher, Mrs. Myers, received a grant for her project "Classroom Calming Corners and Sensory Room." Through the implementation of the Wildcat Room, Mrs. Myers has created a controlled environment designed to help students regulate their sensory input.

The Wildcat Room has significantly contributed to social and emotional growth by offering a space where students can develop self-awareness and self-regulation skills. Data analysis shows a decrease in disciplinary incidents this year, as the Wildcat Room provides an alternative to traditional disciplinary measures.

This proactive approach signals to students that their emotional and sensory needs are recognized and valued, fostering a sense of support and reducing frustration. Mrs. Myers' innovation is helping maintain a positive school environment where all students feel supported and valued. 🏫❤️

Mrs. Hart from Smithsburg Elementary took Innovation in the Classroom to a new level through her project, ZOME STEM! Funds from this grant were used to purchase ZOMETools for the Gifted and Talented (GATE) program. The ZOMETools proved to be perfect for increasing engagement with mathematical concepts and developing creativity and spatial reasoning skills.

An unexpected but wonderful outcome for students was the development of project planning, communication, and collaboration skills. Kudos to Mrs. Hart for fostering these essential skills and making learning so dynamic and fun! 🎉📐

🧑‍🏫Are you a teacher with groundbreaking ideas? The 2024 Innovative Grant applications are now open until October 4th! 🚀 Don’t miss this chance to turn your innovative dreams into reality. Apply today at www.educationfoundationofwcps.org/innovative-grants and let’s continue inspiring the next generation of innovators! 💡

Innovative Grant Spotlight! 🌍✨

Through a collaboration at Sharpsburg Elementary and Boonsboro Elementary, Mrs. Stotelymyer, Mr. Himes, and Mrs. Clinger provided students with an enriching experience. Fourth and fifth grade students engaged in a project called "Global Citizenship Hands on Experience at Shepherd's Spring."

Students engaged in a lesson showing food scarcity across the world, learning how resources are disproportionately distributed. They discussed possible solutions, from small steps they can take to big picture global solutions, and the barriers that stand in the way of solving world hunger. Then, they participated in a global village simulation where they learned to trade and barter. The key to a successful global community, as they discovered, is teamwork and collaboration.

Great job to all involved in fostering these essential skills and perspectives! 🌏

It was a great day for a ball game In honor of education! Washington County Public Schools hit it out of the park with enthusiasm watching the Hagerstown Flying Boxcars!