Lemont High School Educational Foundation Awards Record $44,101 in Grants
LHS Educational Foundation Sets Record Giving 15 Educational Foundation Grants
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The Lemont High School Educational Foundation (LHSEF) has awarded a record 15 grants totaling $44,101 to enhance educational opportunities for its approximately 1,300 students. These grants, named after former Superintendent Dr. Mary Ticknor, will fund various programs aimed at promoting inclusivity, academic excellence, and community engagement by the end of the 2026-27 school year.
- 01LHSEF awarded a record 15 grants totaling $44,101.
- 02Grants support diverse educational initiatives for 1,300 students.
- 03Programs include art therapy, social skills activities, and academic recognition.
- 04Funding must be utilized by the end of the 2026-27 school year.
- 05LHSEF has provided nearly $670,000 in grants since 2007.
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The Lemont High School Educational Foundation (LHSEF) has set a new record by awarding 15 grants worth $44,101 to support various educational initiatives at Lemont High School in Lemont, Illinois. This funding will enhance opportunities for approximately 1,300 students and is aimed at promoting inclusivity, academic achievement, and community involvement. The grants are named in honor of Dr. Mary Ticknor, who served as the district's superintendent from 2012 to 2025. Each grant proposal was submitted by faculty and staff, focusing on diverse programs such as the “Evening Out” for special education students, the “AP Yard of Fame” to celebrate academic success, and the “Sports Science” course debuting in the 2026-27 school year. The LHSEF has supported nearly $670,000 in grants since its inception in 2007. The foundation's ability to provide such significant funding is largely attributed to its successful “Taste of Lemont” fundraising series, with the next event scheduled for September 12.
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The grants will directly enhance educational programs and opportunities for students, promoting inclusivity and academic success.
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