Auburn Washburn Foundation distributed 58 classroom grants totaling just over $50,000; plans for American Education Week
Get AI-powered insights, summaries, and transcripts
Subscribe
Summary
Jessica reported the Auburn Washburn Foundation distributed 58 classroom grants (totaling just over $50,000) and previewed American Education Week activities in November, noting a partnership with a newly named local business (spelled in the transcript as 'American Kalachi', spelling unconfirmed).
The Auburn Washburn Foundation reported two brief updates during the district board meeting on Oct. 20. Jessica, speaking for the foundation, said members made surprise visits to buildings to deliver 58 classroom grants that together totaled just over $50,000.
Jessica described grant distribution day as a highlight and said the foundation hopes to continue expanding the program. Foundation members and at least one board member (Brad) commented on the emotional impact of visiting classrooms and seeing teachers' reactions.
Jessica also previewed American Education Week, scheduled for November, and said the foundation will provide treats to staff across buildings during the week. She mentioned partnering with a new district business that she named in the meeting as “American Kalachi,” and stated uncertainty about the pronunciation and spelling. The transcript records the name as spoken with a qualifier, "if I'm saying that right," and the spelling has not been confirmed in meeting materials available in the transcript.
The board asked for a schedule of Thanksgiving meals at each school and Jessica agreed to circulate that information to trustees.