October Newsletter

October 2022 was a busy month here at NEF! We've seen your support come through at J.McLaughlin and TEAM NEF fundraisers. Thank you for making a difference for the students of Naperville 203!

TEAM NEF 2022

TEAM NEF gathered on Sunday, October 16 to participate in the Healthy Driven Naperville Half Marathon & 5K as Charity Heroes, raising money for NEF! Together, almost 250 participants raised over $65,000 for the students of Naperville 203.

Check out this video to get an inside look into race day!

Presenting Sponsor:

Every Mile is Worth it Sponsors:

In-Kind Sponsors

Thank you to our runners, sponsors, volunteers, and donors for making this special day possible!

Thank you, J.McLaughlin!

On September 30, Downtown Naperville's J.McLaughlin hosted their 5 year anniversary event benefiting NEF! They graciously donated 15% of items proceeds between 3pm and 7pm on September 30, raising $970 for the students of Naperville 203. Thank you to J.McLaughlin and shoppers!

October 2022-2023 Express Grants have been awarded! Congratulations to the following winners:

Info/Tech Systems 1/2 Raspberry Pi and Arduino Capstone Projects

Dan Kischuk - Naperville Central

Purchasing instructional supplies for students to begin leveraging newer technologies that can be used in a variety of enterprise and career-oriented, hands-on projects for Info/tech Systems 1 and Info/Tech systems 2 classes.

Thermal Learning

Adam Schmitt and Kristin Werve - Madison Junior High

Funding the purchase of a thermal camera to allow for a deeper lab process with specific data on temperatures and color displays of energy transfer for students to track. 

Books Can Talk?

Jean Abbott - Scott Elementary

This grant will purchase Vox Books, which are physical books with audio players attached. Students will be able to listen to a book, look at the words, and turn the pages independently without increasing screen time with virtual audiobook programs. 

SEL Robots

Tobey Sanford - Kennedy Junior High

Two modern robots, EMO and Qoobos, will serve as excellent tools for students to manage stress. These robots will be available for use in the Learning Commons, where students can spend time interacting as an escape from possible stressors in the school day. 

A Glowing Good Time

Emily Fiedler - Elmwood Elementary

This grant will be used to increase engagement and showcase every student’s artistic accomplishments via an open house display with art created with NEF-funded supplies.

Math Games Compute

Debra Morris - Highlands Elementary

This grant will provide a wealth of games to support math learning for students in kindergarten through fifth grade. The games will provide additional opportunities to explore fundamental number concepts.

The Calming Club

Juliann Sturgeon - Elmwood Elementary

This club is for second and third graders needing a space to counteract negative emotions by setting aside a moment each week to reset, recharge, and find moments of mindfulness. Students will be able to partake in calming activities using NEF funded materials.

The Naperville Education Foundation is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) Illinois corporation.

All gifts are tax deductible based on federal IRS regulations. Please consult your tax advisor for details. EIN: 36-3844402

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