GEF Has a New Phone Number!
February 25, 2010 by GorhamEF
GEF has recently moved into beautiful new space in the Shaw Municipal Center. We have a new phone number, please make a note of it: 222-1009. Please bear with us while we make the transition.
Our Fall Grant Recipients
February 6, 2010 by GorhamEF
GEF awarded two grants during its new Fall grant cycle! The awards totaled $2,320 to benefit programs in the Gorham schools.
The grant recipients are:
• Chuck Peters and Aaron Landry at Gorham High School – $1,120 to purchase equipment to complete and implement a microscopic digital photography project that will allow students to make detailed observations of, and digitally document, microorganisms in student-constructed Living Machines.
• Ray Mathieu and Matt Murray at Gorham High School – $1,200 to bring composer Samuel Hazo to Gorham High School as Composer in Residence for Instrumental and Vocal Music, who will work with students in performance technique and composition, and to rehearse an original piece that was performed for the public on December 20.
“The day with Sam Hazo was intense and exciting, rehearsals leading up to the concert were done with great anticipation, and the performance was superb. The entire process was certainly one that our students will always remember as part of the outstanding and balanced education they received at GHS,” said Gorham High School teacher Ray Mathieu, the co-recipient of a $1,200 grant.
In its three years of existence, GEF has awarded 20 grants totaling nearly $18,000 to programs in the Gorham schools, supporting the arts, literacy, technology, science and civic learning in grades K-12.
GEF’s Spring grant cycle will begin in March, with grant applications accepted between March 15 and April 15, 2010. Applications will be available online by February 22, 2010. Check back then.
Galaxy of STARS
December 27, 2009 by GorhamEF
Gorham’s teachers and school staff are STARS! We can prove it. Check out our STARS pages for the teachers you have nominated for our School Teachers Are Really Special program over the last 3 years. This year, building adminstrators have allowed us to hang the stars each teacher receives in the school lobby so we all can enjoy the Galaxy of Gorham Star teachers! You can nominate any teacher or school staff member for a star right here on our website. Go to the STARS pull down menu to access the appropriate page.
And the winners are……
October 26, 2009 by GorhamEF
Sara Nelson, Kathy Garrard and Kristine Biegle celebrate their victory.
The final tally is not yet in, but preliminary results indicate that through generous community support, we raised in excess of $5,000 for GEF programming! Thank you to all who made this possible. We will be posting a complete list of sponsors, donors and participants later this week.
Awesome!
It’s “BEE” day!
October 24, 2009 by GorhamEF
We’re buzzing here at GEF! Tonight is the Spelling Bee, and we are ready for a wicked good time! There are a limited number of tickets available at the door, so if you are looking for a last minute date opportunity, come early and get one of the last few tickets. Remember, the fun starts at 7 pm, today, Saturday October 24 at the PTA Building (aka Old Robie School) just off the Little Falls traffic circle on Rt. 202, Gray Road in Gorham. Tickets are $10, and include food by Chef Mo Terry of the Pine Crest Inn, live music, exciting spelling from 11 spelling teams, silent auction, random games and prizes for the audience, a raffle for a beautiful Pandora bracelet and charms from D. Cole Jewelers, and a cash bar. How can you beat that for entertainment?? We are so excited to have received a matching fundraising grant from Modern Woodmen of America, so join us to support our schools and students by helping raise funds for GEF’s ongoing programs.
See you tonight!
Tickets for the Bee
October 23, 2009 by GorhamEF
It’s here! The Spelling Bee is taking place October 24 at 7 pm at the Old Robie School at little Falls Circle, Route 202. There are a limited number of tickets still available – don’t wait! Email gorhamef@maine.rr.com right now (or go to the “Contact Us” page) with the number of tickets you desire and pick them up at the door. Don’t miss out. Call 233-1919 for information or with additional questions.
Grant Workshop – November 2
October 15, 2009 by GorhamEF
GEF will host a grant workshop for teachers, staff and interested community members on Monday, November 2 at 3:30 pm at Narrangansett School. Drop in to learn about GEF’s current grant opportunities, and receive guidance in submitting a GEF grant. GEF’s is accepting Fall grant applications until November 15, 2009. Drop-ins are welcome, but please send us an email if you know you are coming so that we can plan materials and refreshments: gorhamef@maine.rr.com
Hope to see you there!
Spelling Bee Registered Teams to date
October 15, 2009 by GorhamEF
The following Teams have submitted registrations for the Frederick Robie Cup Adult Spelling Bee on October 24. Four additional teams have indicated their registrations are on the way and we will post them when received. We have only one team slot left! To register, send us an email: gorhamef@maine.rr.com
Registered Teams:
Gorham Savings Bank
Turner Barker Insurance
Morgan Dental Care
Citizens Bank “Killer Bees”
Heartwood Neighborhood “Ortographobists”
Gorham High School “The Spelchekers”
Narragansett/White Rock Staff
Gorham Educational Foundation Presents
The Frederick Robie Cup Adult Spelling Bee
Date: October 24th, 2009
Time: 7:00
Place: Old Robie School (aka PTA Building)
Join the crowd to cheer on your favorite local neighborhood or business team as they tackle words you never knew existed, and watch as they compete for hilarious prizes including the coveted Frederick Robie Cup!
Tickets $10
• Food by the Pinecrest
• Hilarious entertainment
• Prizes
• Silent auction
• Cash bar
• Champagne Raffle
For More Information and for tickets: Call 233-1919
All proceeds from this fundraising event will be used for GEF programming. Your donations are tax deductible!
Download the Registration form.
The Frederick Robie Cup Adult Spelling Bee
August 27, 2009 by GorhamEF
Gorham Educational Foundation Presents
The Frederick Robie Cup Adult Spelling Bee
Date: October 24th, 2009
Time: 7:00
Place: Old Robie School (aka PTA Building)
Join the crowd to cheer on your favorite local neighborhood or business team as they tackle words you never knew existed, and watch as they compete for hilarious prizes including the coveted Frederick Robie Cup!
Tickets $10
• Food by the Pinecrest
• Hilarious entertainment
• Prizes
• Silent auction
• Cash bar
• Champagne Raffle
For More Information and for tickets: Call 233-1919
All proceeds from this fundraising event will be used for GEF programming. Your donations are tax deductible!
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