HANSEN INSPIRED TEACHER GRANTS
Hansen Inspired Teacher Grants are available to licensed staff wishing to pursue professional development enrichment opportunities that do not lead to a degree. Applications for a Hansen Grant may also include the cost of materials and resources necessary to bring the learning to fruition within the classroom. Hansen Grants are available thanks to a generous donation from MAEF board member Jim Hansen, a former teacher, and School Board Chair at Mahtomedi Public Schools.
Fall 2023-2024 HANSEN INSPIRED TEACHER GRANT RECIPIENTS
Wildwood Elementary - "The Flexibility Formula"
A Hansen Inspired Teacher Grant was awarded to the math intervention teacher at Wildwood Elementary to participate in The Flexibility Formula math program. This program provides additional tools and nontraditional methods to teach students who struggle with math. Bringing fun into the math classroom through games is a great way to grow students’ confidence and love for math.
O.H. Anderson Elementary - “Get Your Teach On”
Two new fifth-grade teachers at O.H. Anderson Elementary will be attending the 2024 “Get Your Teach On” educational conference thanks to a Hansen Inspired Teacher Grant. This conference focuses on creating rigorous and engaging learning experiences based on research-based practices which the teachers can bring back to their classrooms and colleagues. The goal is to intrinsically inspire students on their self-guided path to becoming enthusiastic, lifelong learners. This grant supports Mathomedi’s strategic plan by focusing on creating a foundation of rigorous academics and real-world life skills through innovative instructional practices and exceptional learning opportunities.
Mahtomedi High School - National Council for Social Studies Annual Conference
A Hansen Inspired Teacher Grant was awarded for two high school social studies teachers to attend the National Council for Social Studies Annual Conference in 2024. Participants will have the opportunity to collaborate and learn from other social studies teachers from around the country, as well as gain new ideas to bring back to their colleagues and classrooms.