2025-2026 Grant Recipients
Congratulations to Our 2025-2026 HAEF Grant Recipients!
The Holly Academy Education Foundation (HAEF) is proud to announce that it has awarded $8,400 in grants to support teaching and learning at Holly Academy for the 2025-2026 school year!
These grants will benefit students across all grade levels—from Young 5s through 8th grade—by enhancing classroom experiences, promoting creativity, and supporting academic growth. We are incredibly grateful for the dedication of our teachers and staff who continue to go above and beyond for our Huskies!
Here’s a look at this year’s funded projects:
Mrs. Allen (4th Grade)
Every Learner, Every Day: A Personalized Approach to Classroom Success
Alternative seating options to create a flexible, student-centered learning environment that supports focus, movement, and engagement.
Mrs. Deloney (3rd Grade)
Fraction Fun for 3rd Grade
Hands-on fraction games like Fraction War and Circles to help every student visualize and master fraction concepts in a fun and interactive way.
Mrs. Conley (6th Grade)
Short Story Anthology
Each 6th grade writing student will become a published author by contributing to a professionally bound anthology of their original short stories.
Mrs. Fitzpatrick (Special Education)
Adaptive Learning Tools
Digital tools and custom resources to support individualized learning through visual aids, scaffolded lessons, and more.
Mrs. Grant (Middle School Math & Science)
Collaborative Learning Tools
Rolling whiteboards to encourage group problem-solving in math and support hands-on science experiments.
Mrs. Melero (1st Grade)
Eye Opening Experience
Personal dictionaries and Eyeword cards will support early literacy through a fun, multisensory approach. This research-based method boosts reading fluency, comprehension, and spelling while making learning more engaging and effective.
Mrs. Mison (K-8)
Math with Games
Engaging math games to reinforce skills, build confidence, and promote strategic thinking across all grade levels.
Mrs. Sheppard (5th Grade)
Alternative Seating for Engagement
Flexible seating options to support focus, movement, and student ownership of learning in the classroom.
Mrs. Shore (Grades 1-4)
Math Brain Builders
Interactive math games and activities to build fluency, critical thinking, and a love for math through centers and small group instruction.
Mrs. Thick (K-8)
Arctic Explorers
Snowshoes and sleds to keep students active and engaged during the winter months through outdoor play and learning.
Mrs. Zayti (2nd Grade)
Essentials for 2nd Grade Success
Math and reading manipulatives, alternative seating, and headphones to support creativity, independence, and academic engagement.
Thank you to our incredible educators for making these enriching opportunities possible. Together, we’re building a stronger, more dynamic learning environment for every Holly Academy student!
The Holly Academy Education Foundation (HAEF) is proud to announce that it has awarded $8,400 in grants to support teaching and learning at Holly Academy for the 2025-2026 school year!
These grants will benefit students across all grade levels—from Young 5s through 8th grade—by enhancing classroom experiences, promoting creativity, and supporting academic growth. We are incredibly grateful for the dedication of our teachers and staff who continue to go above and beyond for our Huskies!
Here’s a look at this year’s funded projects:
Mrs. Allen (4th Grade)
Every Learner, Every Day: A Personalized Approach to Classroom Success
Alternative seating options to create a flexible, student-centered learning environment that supports focus, movement, and engagement.
Mrs. Deloney (3rd Grade)
Fraction Fun for 3rd Grade
Hands-on fraction games like Fraction War and Circles to help every student visualize and master fraction concepts in a fun and interactive way.
Mrs. Conley (6th Grade)
Short Story Anthology
Each 6th grade writing student will become a published author by contributing to a professionally bound anthology of their original short stories.
Mrs. Fitzpatrick (Special Education)
Adaptive Learning Tools
Digital tools and custom resources to support individualized learning through visual aids, scaffolded lessons, and more.
Mrs. Grant (Middle School Math & Science)
Collaborative Learning Tools
Rolling whiteboards to encourage group problem-solving in math and support hands-on science experiments.
Mrs. Melero (1st Grade)
Eye Opening Experience
Personal dictionaries and Eyeword cards will support early literacy through a fun, multisensory approach. This research-based method boosts reading fluency, comprehension, and spelling while making learning more engaging and effective.
Mrs. Mison (K-8)
Math with Games
Engaging math games to reinforce skills, build confidence, and promote strategic thinking across all grade levels.
Mrs. Sheppard (5th Grade)
Alternative Seating for Engagement
Flexible seating options to support focus, movement, and student ownership of learning in the classroom.
Mrs. Shore (Grades 1-4)
Math Brain Builders
Interactive math games and activities to build fluency, critical thinking, and a love for math through centers and small group instruction.
Mrs. Thick (K-8)
Arctic Explorers
Snowshoes and sleds to keep students active and engaged during the winter months through outdoor play and learning.
Mrs. Zayti (2nd Grade)
Essentials for 2nd Grade Success
Math and reading manipulatives, alternative seating, and headphones to support creativity, independence, and academic engagement.
Thank you to our incredible educators for making these enriching opportunities possible. Together, we’re building a stronger, more dynamic learning environment for every Holly Academy student!
