Congratulations to Our 2026 Classroom Mini-Grant Recipients!
About: The Combs Education Foundation supports educational opportunities for students, staff, and families by funding the development and implementation of quality programs, establishing strong community partnerships, and supporting the goals of the J.O. Combs Unified School District.
We fulfill this mission by giving in three important areas: student scholarships to Combs High School seniors, classroom grants, and recognizing outstanding staff members in the J.O. Combs Unified School District.
Purpose: Projects that qualify for mini-classroom grants should enhance the educational and curricular objectives of the J.O. Combs Unified School District. The Combs Educational Foundation seeks to support qualified and innovative projects that support the District's strategic plan and #Forward initiative. These projects must be aligned with the District’s curriculum and demonstrate the potential to positively impact student learning and must be consistent with District goals.
Through a competitive application process, a committee selected seven (7) winners from various school sites. The 2026 recipients were:
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They See Me Rolling
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Screen Free Introduction to Coding
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Heartbeat of Learning: Engaging Students through Fitness Technology
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Sew What?
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Junior FFA Program
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LEGO Innovators Club
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Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Supports for Preschoolers
The application period for next year's mini-grant awards will open in November of 2026 so stay tuned!