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Thank you to all the educators who submitted Grants Program proposals!

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Application forms for scholarships are available and should be submitted by March 1, 2021

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Congratulations to Foundation for Fort Mill Schools

The South Carolina Boards Association presented the Foundation with the award of “Champions for Public Education” at the November 5th, 2019 Fort Mill School Board meeting.

Mission

Our mission is to promote academic excellence in the Fort Mill School District of York County, SC through direct financial support of projects, activities, educational assistance and professional development.

The Foundation for Fort Mill Schools is an essential resource connecting students, teachers and the community in the heart of Fort Mill, South Carolina.

We honor great teachers and outstanding students by focusing on three key programs:

We are very grateful to Succession Solutions for their in-kind donation of printing services and Justin Rose for his in-kind donation of graphic design services for our brochure (please take a copy).

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Programs

Our programs are designed to further our mission and provide much needed services for our constituents.

Congratulations to the 2021 Grant Recipients!

30 teachers, principals, counselors and specialists earned grants for the 2021-2022 school year totaling more than $31,000!
Congratulations to these dedicated and enthusiastic educators!

It's inspiring to see the amazing projects that Fort Mill's educators have created for their students. It's a privilege for the Foundation, on behalf of our sponsors, to be able to fund these creative projects that provide so much benefit to the students of Fort Mill.

Events

Fundraisers and events help us raise awareness and generate crucial resources to serve our community.

The 6th Annual TEC Dowling Memorial Golf Tournament

When: Thursday, June 24, 2021

Where: The Palisades Country Club, 13704 Grand Palisades Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28278

We look forward to seeing you there.

Click here to register and buy tickets.

Volunteer

Improve your community by joining our cause. You'd be surprised at what a huge difference a little bit of your time can make.

Classroom Ready can always use your help!

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News

July 24, 2020

Thanks to Red Ventures!

Thanks to a grant celebrating diversity and inclusion, Red Ventures has awarded Classroom Ready with $10,000 as part of its employee donation match program. This generous donation will help ensure that students in the Fort Mill School District have the supplies they need for a successful school year. We cannot thank the employees at Red Ventures enough for their generosity and belief that all students should be able to thrive at school.

November 15, 2019

Champions for Public Education

The South Carolina Boards Association presented the Foundation with the award of “Champions for Public Education” at the November 5th, 2019 Fort Mill School Board meeting.

2020 Cookin' for the Kids Chili Showdown

Event was a Success!!!

Highlights:

All 17 FMSD Schools participated along with DO Special Services
21 Teams in all
4 FMSD Choral Groups performed
Ms. Ledford's (FMHS) ECE students volunteered with children's activities in the media center
Ms. Bauer's (CRHS) FCLA students volunteered in the Foods Room
Beta Club students from all high schools volunteered
NaFo ROTC students volunteered
FMSD STEAM group showcased summer camps
over $15,500 raised

Check out the 2020 Chili Cook-Off Winners!!!!

2020 Cookin' for the Kids Chili Showdown Sponsors

Thanks to our sponsors!!!

Malison Financial Group, LLC Primary Sponsor - $2500
Two Men and a Truck

Jalapeno - $250
UpLevel Martial Arts Fort Mill

Jalapeno - $250
Carowinds

Cayenne - $500
USAWeb

Cayenne - $500