OEF Grants Program

The Olentangy Education Foundation was established as a non-profit corporation in 1990 to enhance the academic programs of the Olentangy Local School District (OLSD). Annually the Foundation accepts applications from any staff within the district wishing to enhance the education programs. The Foundation evaluates all applications in June and recommends the proposals that best reflect innovative programs to enhance the academic excellence in Olentangy Schools.

Grant awards from previous years can be viewed in the Funding History section of our website.

2011-12 Grants

Engaging Students with Enlarged Content using ELMO Document Camera
A document camera will be purchased for use by a 6th grade science class to enhance the learning process by having easy visual access to work samples, reading passages and experiments.
Increasing Reading Comprehension in English Language Learners with Kindles
Kindles will be used by middle school English Language Learners to improve their reading comprehension and fluency. The students will also be able to read level appropriate English literature.
iPod Nanos: Listening for Learning
This grant will fund the purchase of iPod Nanos and a charging station that will be used in a kindergarten classroom. By using the iPod Nanos, the students will build their language art skills by listening to fluent readings and exposing them to technology that can be transferred to other devices in the classroom.
Improving Communication and Social Skills for Students on the Autism Spectrum
iPads will be purchased to assist the students in their learning and to help them reach higher achievement levels. The iPads will enable these students to have a more hands-on learning experience.
ArcGIS for Earth Science
ArcView software will be purchased for use in a high school science classroom. This interactive software will allow the students to compile, integrate and analyze data relevant to a geographic position.
Enhancing Instruction with ELMO
This grant will fund the purchase of a document camera and for use at the high school level in English and Speech classes.
Data Projector for Speech Class
This grant will fund the purchase of a data projector for use by high school Speech teachers. This will allow the teachers to more effectively teach key aspects of speech making which include PowerPoint presentations and Prezi.
Listening to Reading
Kid-Tough Music Players with Microphones will be purchased for use in primary classrooms. Through the use of the Music Players, students will learn new vocabulary; differentiate between sounds and gain fluency with their reading.
Using the SMARTBOARD to Implement the Optimal Learning Model
This grant will purchase a SMARTBOARD for use in a 4th grade classroom. Its use will be incorporated into all subject areas – math, science, social studies and beyond
Improving AP English and Etymology Classes through Senteo Technology
Funds for this project will support the purchase of a student response system for high school English classes. The student response system will give the teachers instant feedback to assess the understanding of various content areas.
Fluency and Comprehension Improvement Project
RAVE-O training and materials will be purchased to improve the fluency and comprehension of elementary school students with reading impairments and language disorders.
Elementary School Community Garden
An outdoor gardening facility will be established at an elementary school. Through the use of this Learning Landscape, students will enhance their learning experiences by transferring learning to real life experiences.
Physical Education Dance and Fitness
Equipment will be purchased to enhance the PE classes at the high school level. Through the use of the equipment and its components, students will be exposed to dance from many different cultures and genres.
iPod Shuffles to Improve Fluency and Comprehension
Funds for this grant will purchase iPod Shuffles for first grade classrooms. By listening as text is read, the students will increase their fluency and comprehension. Also, the students ‘vocabulary skills and sight word recognition will be enhanced.
Challenge Day Workshop
The Challenge Day workshop will be brought to the high school students of the Olentangy Local School District. This program will act as a catalyst for creating change and developing empathy for others within the school. It focuses on many common issues effecting high schools today. A few of the topics include cliques, gossiping, bullying, and stereotypes.
Interactive Response Technology for Learning
A SMART XE Interactive Response System will be purchased for use in high school Chemistry classes. This classroom technology will help the teachers to adjust the pace of their courses, engage all the students and provide immediate feedback to all the learners.