$1,000,000 MAJOR PROJECT INVESTMENT
“The LEF board is student-centered and focused on supporting the vision, mission, and goals of the district. Each and every student will be positively impacted through the implementation of these seven projects.”
— Superintendent Greg Eding
Superior education is no accident; it takes a lot of hard work and plentiful resources. Lakeshore Public Schools continue to receive some of the lowest per pupil funding in Michigan. In order for our schools to live up to their motto: “Grounded in Tradition; Committed to Excellence,” the LEF must identify and support worthy projects that enrich the learning opportunities for our students.
Reach Higher with The LEF…
The Lakeshore Excellence Foundation has funded dozens of academic, hardware and software projects, and a wide variety of outreach, cultural and aesthetic programs, many open to the entire community. But we believe more can be done. That’s why in 2023, the LEF Board committed to its largest fundraising goal yet — $1 Million in Major Projects.
READ MORE ABOUT IT — $1 Million in Major Projects for Lakeshore Public Schools
Here’s a look at the breakdown of where the $1 Million in funding will be spent across the district:
- RAV Employee Appreciation Program – $250,000
- Early Literacy Program – $220,000
- Lakeshore High School Weight Room Upgrades and Equipment – $175,000
- Classroom Educational and Technology Upgrades – $175,000
- CNC Machines for the CTE Program – $80,000
- Broadcasting Class Equipment – $50,000
- Continuation of the PLC Initiative – $50,000
Past Projects
Professional Development
Training for all staff in support of PLC’s – Professional Learning Communities. The outcome resulted in continuous job-embedded training for educators and improved learning for all students, every day.
New Teacher Recruitment
The new teacher recruitment grant provided up to $10,000 in incentives for new hires. This program differentiates Lakeshore from other schools, improving our opportunity to recruit the best teachers into our school district.
Technology Refresh
1:1 technology for all students K – 5th grade, including Young 5’s. Touchscreen Chromebooks will provide a richer learning experience with improved academic achievement while preparing our students for future success.
Stadium Speaker Project
The new stadium speaker system offers a much more balanced, clear, ‘full’ sound for both announcements and music. The star spangled banner has never sounded better! In addition to the main speaker in the north end zone, a speaker was added to improve audibility at the concession stand. Updated technology also allows staff and coaches to control the sound system remotely when needed.
Lakeshore Community Auditorium
LEF chose to fund the auditorium improvements because of the reach and impact. The auditorium is used by students, staff and the community.
Reading Matters
Reading Matters is a comprehensive overall improvement to the reading curriculum for grades K-12. The goal is that every student will read at their grade level, find personal joy and interest in reading, and realize the benefits of reading in their life-long pursuits.
STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
The STEM project complements the 21st Century Learning Centers project, extends the concept of our existing Math/Science Center to all students, and fosters excellence and innovation in the areas of study that have made the U.S. a world leader.
21st Century Learning Centers
By transforming our libraries into 21st Century Learning Centers, we created information hubs that promote collaboration and creation.