CFV 2024 Annual Report

Grants in Action BLUEFIELD PRIMARY SCHOOL

Bluefield High School Mentoring Program and student achievement incentives were the focus for the 2024 Bluefield Primary School grant. BHS student/mentors (“Bluefield Buddies”) mentor second graders. The supportive framework targeted social skills while building positive relationships and collaboration with STEM activities. Studies have shown that students participating in mentoring programs have increased high school graduation rates, improved behaviors, and better attitudes about school. Rewarding student achievement creates a positive school and community culture. This grant also supported activities involved with awarding BPS Student of the Month activities.

“On behalf of all the students, teachers, administrative staff and parents involved in these programs, we thank you. Your funding has provided a lifetime of memories, positive relationships and academic opportunities. Your generous support has made a significant difference to our students’ educational journeys.” – Cindy Stonestreet

“We greatly thank you for the grant monies to purchase these beautiful tables for my first-grade classroom. The students love them. It sure has made it easier for group collaborations and projects.” - Diana Sandifer The second grant awarded to Bluefield Primary School provided round tables for the first grade. They provided larger work areas for the STEAM activities and allowed students to work and collaborate closely in small groups for improved teamwork. $5,127.88 $1,646.35 Both education grants were made possible by the following funds: Judge Jerome & Hilda R. Katz Memorial Fund; Warren Ashby & Elizabeth Featherstone Thornhill Memorial Fund; and the Helen Louise Payne & Henry Pleasant Cofer Fund

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