NEF Grants - Cooke School Grants

NEF Grants - Cooke School Grants

Funder: Northville Educational Foundation (NEF)

Geographic Scope: Cooke School, Northville Public Schools district, Michigan

Program Description: Specialized grant program funded through the generosity of a dedicated donor. Projects are designed specifically to meet the unique needs of the Cooke School community. Cooke is a special education center providing individualized programming for more than 250 Wayne County students with special educational needs.

Funding Focus:

Projects tailored to Cooke School's mission and student population

Special education support and enrichment

Life skills development

Hands-on learning opportunities

Award Amount: $10,000 (portion of $70,750 total NEF Grants commitment)

Evaluation Criteria:

Innovation or unique approach to learning/teaching

Kind and level of impact on classroom, teachers, and students

Alignment with curriculum standards and School/District Improvement Plan

Alignment with Cooke School's specific needs

Eligibility:

All district employees at or working with Cooke School

Students attending Cooke School (with teacher/advisor sponsorship)

Historical Context:
Cooke School has received significant NEF support including:

Kitchen renovation with modernized educational settings

Multisensory, adapted outdoor learning and play area (Cooke Playground) - $346,000 project

Contact:

Kate Mitchell: mitchellka@northvilleschools.org

Phone: (248) 344-3503

Address: 405 W Main Street, Northville, MI 48167

Email: contact@supportnef.org

Website: supportnef.org