The Newtown Education Foundation promotes and supports innovative education programs for the benefit of students in the Newtown Public Schools.

During the 2016/2017 school year we awarded over $23,000 in grants to teachers in the Newtown Public Schools.

our VISION

• Innovate within the schools – Recognize innovation within our public schools by awarding in-town grants that serve as a catalyst to inspire critical and creative thinking of Newtown students.
• Create opportunities for both students and teachers – Foster creativity by financially supporting unique educational projects for students as well as professional development for teachers.
• Collaborate with the Community – Increase awareness and the value of novel educational opportunities to the community; while supporting our schools through businesses, civic groups and residents of Newtown.

WHAT WE DO

• Partner with Newtown Public Schools, teachers, parents, and the community to provide grants for unique educational programs and projects
• Enhance technology opportunity for teaching and learning, which sit outside of the district’s operational plan
• Enrich children’s lives by offering support of music and arts programs
• Inspire students through recognition and scholarship opportunities
• Invest in the best training and development programs for our educators
• Recognize teachers for successful and inventive projects in the classroom

Newtown Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization.