Broward Education Foundation hosted its Innovative Teacher Hootenanny presented by Broward Teachers Union, a western-themed gathering which celebrated innovations and creative accomplishments conceived by award-winning educators in Broward County Public Schools. The socially-distanced special event was held at Marando Farms & Ranch in Davie on April 8, 2021. Spread out beneath a large pole barn, educators were treated to dinner, games, music, hayrides, a tremendous raffle and even a demonstration of horsemanship.
The Innovative Teacher Hootenanny recognized outstanding educators who developed, implemented and shared motivating curriculums that engage students and foster achievement. Broward Education Foundation also awarded monetary classroom grants which help teachers replicate the exceptional program successes of their peers.
About Broward Education Foundation:
The nonprofit Broward Education Foundation aligns with Broward County Public Schools by providing grants for teachers who develop innovative curriculum that increases student outcomes; vitally needed school supplies for students and teachers in Title I schools; scholarships for qualified high school seniors; and support for programs and initiatives like Debate, Scholastic Chess, TurnAround Arts, STEM and more. Each year, Broward Education Foundation contributes more than $3 million to Broward County schools, serving as the catalyst for educational excellence.
Responding to the Stoneman Douglas High School tragedy in 2018, Broward Education Foundation initiated a GoFundMe, established the official Stoneman Douglas Victims’ Fund and raised $10.5M for victims’ families, survivors and those impacted. Broward Education Foundation was awarded the 2018 President’s Award from the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Fort Lauderdale/Broward Chapter for these fundraising efforts.
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