Innovative Grants Awarded 2010

Chariho Community Innovative Projects Grants

Awarded in the Spring and Fall 2010 Cycle

· Richmond Elementary, Jean Mandeville jean.mandeville@chariho.k12.ri.us. $ 1,000

"Insect" is a project to work cooperatively with the second grade teachers using the science kit and integrating it into each of the specialist areas. This continuity will enable the students to make connections with nature and the arts.

· Ashaway Elementary, Karen Mann & Clare Ornburn karen.mann@chariho.k12.ri.us $ 500

“Lighthouses in Rhode Island” – Funds would be used to purchase Flip video cameras with accessories to be used in the classroom by students. Students will research lighthouses in Rhode Island and build a model. They will then film their models from different perspectives to answer questions.

· Chariho Middle School Library Media Center, Michelle Steever michelle.steever@chariho.k12.ri.us $ 538

“People of Ancient Times” - The 6th grade teachers have created a project that incorporates social studies content standards with ELA writing standards and information literacy skills. Students will write a research paper in MLA format incorporating research, Cornell Note Taking, and writing skills.

· Chariho Middle School Library Media Center, Michelle Steever michelle.steever@chariho.k12.ri.us $ 500

“Document Cameras” - Teachers need classroom equipment that provides live image capture of documents, pictures, textbooks, and three-dimensional objects. 10 IPEBO document cameras would be used in science classrooms in grades 6 - 8 for larger than life image projection.

· Chariho Middle School , Diane Kissinger diane,kissinger@chariho.k12.ri.us $ 1,000

“Manikins/first Aid Training” - The funds will be used to purchase 2 junior manikins. This will provide students with Rescue Breathing, Choking, and CPR Training as part of their American Red Cross Babysitter Certification.

· Chariho Middle School, Cheryl Lightfritz cheryl.lightfritz@chariho.k12.ri.us $ 500

“Sensory Garden” - Funds will be used to complete 120 foot long pathway that is not wheelchair accessible.

· Chariho High School, Grade 10, Vin Levcowich vincent.levcowich@chariho.k12.ri.us $ 794

“Good vs. Evil” - This project is twofold. First, using graphic novels a different type of literature. Second, this project is to teach the art of persuasive writing. All graphic novels selected for the project focus on the concept of good vs. evil.

· Chariho High School, Library Media Center, Mary Moen - mary.moen@chariho.k12.ri.us $ 350

“Design a Bookmark” - The "Create a Bookmark" contest is a collaborative project that is designed to draw attention to reading as well as to showcase students' artistic talents. Funds will be used for the printing of the 8 winning bookmark designs.

· Career & Technical, Linda Musch lsmus@chariho.k12.ri.us $ 500

“Thanksgiving” - Cross Generational Dinner that the Students will plan, prepare, and serve to the senior citizens in the community.

· Career & Technical, Jill Shurtleff – jill.shurtleff@chariho.k12.ri.us $ 500

“Cosmetology Community Project” – Purpose of the grant is to purchase supplies that are needed to provide half-price services to the senior citizens who reside in the area.

· Career & Technical , Linda Musch – lsmus@chariho.k12.ri.us $ 500

“Ronald McDonald House” – Purchase food supplies to provide dinner at Ronald McDonald House once per month. Goal is to gain experience in catering and transporting food.

· Chariho High School , Ben Jordan/Mary Moen – mary.moen@chariho.k12.ri.us $ 110

“Healthy Decision Making” – Purchase 5 videos to support healthy decision making in bullying, teen dating, dysfunctional families, etc.

· Chariho High School , Keith Moreau – keith.moreau@chariho.k12.ri.us $ 600

“The Lightning Thief” – The purpose is to purchase 100 copies of the contemporary novel to be used in the mythology unit.

· Chariho High School , Susan Davis – scdav@chariho.k12.ri.us $ 500

“Enjoying Poetry” – Funds would be used to purchase variety of poetry books to be used in a Poetry Unit.

· Chariho High School, Lynn Norton/Mary Moen - mary.moen@chariho.k12.ri.us $ 358

“Graduation Portfolio”- Funds would be used to purchase digital cameras and related equipment to be used for portfolio requirements and AP Art program.

· Chariho High School, Margaret Arsenault mmhow@chariho.k12.ri.us $ 100

“The Blind Side” - Funds would be used to purchase a book about Michael Ohr which will be used in an integrated unit about Tolerance and Coming of Age.

· Chariho Task Force, Terri Censabella – terri.censabella@chariho.k12.ri.us $ 760

“Natural Helpers” – Funds will be used to purchase a laptop and digital camera. Natural Helpers will use the equipment to take photographs and develop a power point presentation for the incoming 5th grade class each spring called "Chariho Middle School ROCKS". This presentation is intended to alleviate fears and anxieties of entering the middle school.

· Chariho High School, Susan Davis scdav@chariho.k12.ri.us $ 300

“Serendipity” - The purpose of Serendipity is to encourage adults and students to form a reading partnership and for participants to experience reading as an enjoyable, recreational activity. Funds will be used to purchase multiple copies of a book chosen for the Book Club.

Total Grants for 2010 $ 9,410