Innovative Grant of the Year

Geographic Scope: Brownsburg Community Schools, Brownsburg, IN

The Innovative Grant of the Year recognizes and celebrates exceptional grant-funded programs that demonstrate creativity, innovation, and educational excellence within the Brownsburg Community Schools.

2025 Award:

• Grant Title: Graphing Linear Equations String Art Project
• Sponsor: String Art Project
• Recipients: Hannah Haverly, Alisha Konkle, Sarah Lee, Shae Otts, Tammy Borden, Dean Nelson, Charlene Bische, Amanda Pond, Trisha Beckman (not pictured), Tim Ladwig (not pictured), Meghan Kalemba (not pictured)
• Description: This grant provides Algebra I students in middle school an opportunity to represent their understanding of graphing linear equations in a non-traditional manner. Through the creation of string art projects, students apply their understanding of graphing linear equations in a creative and innovative way by showing a visual art representation of a variety of linear equations.

Award Selection:

• Presented by BEF Grant Committee Co-Chair Beth Grant
• Recognition from district leadership including Dr. Kat Jessup, Superintendent of Brownsburg Community Schools

Contact Information:

• Phone: 317.852.1056
• Address: 310 South Stadium Drive, Brownsburg, IN 46112
• EIN: 31-1228189