West Fargo Educational Foundation awards mini-grants for staff wellness initiatives

The West Fargo Educational Foundation has awarded $7,500 in mini-grants to nine district staff members to focus on staff wellness initiatives within their building:

Jess Steiner, Sheyenne High School - $1,000 for Wellness Committee

Jess Brown, Independence Elementary School - $750 for “Make Your Monday” Initiative

Michelle Weber, Liberty Middle School - $1,000 for a Renovation of Staff Lounge

Chad Clark, Deer Creek Elementary School - $1,000 for a Serenity Room

Amy Meier, Heritage Middle School - $1,000 for an Active Room and Serenity Room

Brian Peterson, L.E. Berger Elementary School - $500 for Monthly Bingo

Andree Hayes, Early Childhood Center - $330 for Monthly Wellness Bingo

Jacob Snyder, West Fargo High School - $1,000 for a Renovation of Staff Lounge

Jody Sjolin-Nelson, South Elementary School - $750 for South Star Snack Cart

When funds allow, the West Fargo Educational Foundation offers an annual mini-grant opportunity to West Fargo Public Schools staff. Past awards funded technology integration, staff development, and the expansion of district-provided curriculum. This year, however, the Foundation sought projects aimed at building culture and addressing the mental health and wellness of staff.