Grant Program
Funding innovative ideas for our classrooms
Teacher & Staff Grants
Annual and rolling grants for classroom projects and curriculum enhancement across all subject areas.
Applications are currently closed. We look forward to hearing from you next school year.
Student Enrichment Grants
Need-based grants for students to participate in educational enrichment opportunities.
Applications are currently closed. We look forward to hearing from you next school year.
We fund new and innovative programs that enhance the curriculum.
Grant Guidelines
- Innovation focus: We fund new and innovative ideas. Programs funded two years in a row are no longer eligible—successful programs should become part of the regular curriculum with District or Parent Group funding.
- No capital improvements: We do not fund building or facility upgrades.
Annual Grants
Annual grants support larger classroom initiatives for the following school year.
- Amount: Over $500
- Timeline: Applications open in January, due in April, decisions announced in May
- Eligibility: Teachers and staff, with principal approval
- Categories: All subject areas and grade levels
Rolling Grants
For smaller, time-sensitive curriculum needs during the current school year.
- Amount: Up to $500
- Timeline: Open September through April
- Eligibility: Teachers and staff, with principal approval
Student Enrichment Grants
Need-based grants for individual students to participate in enrichment opportunities.
- Timeline: Open September through May
- Eligibility: Students currently enrolled in St. Helena Public Schools
- Requirements: Teacher/counselor/principal sponsor and parent signature
- Process: Applicants are interviewed by committee members