The Needham Education Foundation raises funds and awards grants to promote innovation and excellence in education for Needham public school students.
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Purchase Gratitude cards to show your appreciation for a special teacher in your student’s life. All proceeds go to funding grants benefiting students and teachers in the Needham Public Schools.
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Summer Learning Loss Presentation a Hit with Parents
“Summer learning loss” was explored before a standing-room-only crowd at a free NEF-sponsored panel on May 13th. Local experts provided data about summertime loss and offered practical suggestions for keeping skills sharp in math (bring playing cards to the beach or...
Needham Education Foundation Awards $46,660 in Spring Grants
The Needham Education Foundation has awarded Spring Grants for ten innovative programs, including a speaker series for parents on the theme of fostering resiliency in children. Three of the grants fund innovative teacher training programs. In all, grants worth $46,660...
2014 Spelling Bee
On April 9th, 40 teams came together for the 23rd annual NEF Spelling Bee. Teams included middle and high school students, teachers, parents and local business people, all gathering to test their spelling knowledge. Chyten Test Prep came away as the victors, the most...
2024 - 2025 Grant Deadlines
Apply for a grant to fund an innovative or enriching project that will benefit Needham Public Schools students. The Fall Grants deadline is Oct 18th, the Winter Grants deadline is Jan 17th, and the Spring Grants deadline is Apr 11th.