Maureen Bitley and Marge Rizzo, O’Rourke Middle School
The funds were used to purchase books in Playaway format. The entire book is loaded on an MP3 device. The speed of the narrator’s voice can be adjusted.
Grant: $500
John Capano, Marge Rizzo, and Susan Schultz, O’Rourke Middle School and BH-BL High School
Grant funds were used to purchase two Nook eBook readers. The Nooks can store many eBooks and its portability makes it easy to loan to students and staff.
Grant: $600
Chris Gangemi, BH-BL High School English Department
The funds were used to purchase an Elmo for the English Department. The Elmo allows for showing pictures etc. to provide background for literature and student presentations.
Grant: $845
Kris Gregory, Stevens Elementary Kindergarten Teachers
The grant funds went towards the “Book Kid” program established at Stevens Elementary.
Grant: $1,001
Michael Martino, BH-BL High School Technology Department
The funds were used to purchase a Saw Stop Table Saw. The saw will enable students with disabilities to participate in wood working projects.
Grant: $2,250
Raelene Noll, BH-BL High School Foreign Language Department
The funds were used for a SXGA Document Camera and supporting equipment.
Grant: $845