All children can achieve at high levels if they’re given the right resources, the right supports, and placed in the care of a continuously improving adult.“
— Dr. Duke Bradley III, NCSS Superintendent
NEF in the News
Guest Blog Post: Michelle Jenkins Reflects on her NEF Board Service
Michelle shares what occupies her time as her son gets ready to move on from the NC STEAM Academy.
NEF Sponsors Inaugural HERO Awards Hosted by Newton County Schools
All Heroes will receive NEF gift of $200 and District HERO of the YEAR, Chandra Mitchell was presented with $1,000.
NEF Awards $50,000 in Teacher Grants Bringing Annual Total to $100,000!
Funds will support a variety of great projects that enhance learning for students across the district in a variety of ways.
Our Impact
Rise Academy Readers Strengthen Skills with Grant-Funded IPads
An NEF grant to RISE Academy allows students to receive customized reading instruction and practice throughout their school day.
Shaping Creativity: Establishing a Foundation for Ceramic Arts
Middle school art students get more advanced ceramics training with the introduction of a new slab roller at the Newton County Steam Academy.
Redbone Coonhounds Visit East Newton Elementary School
Meeting the dogs, featured in the 4th grade book study of Where the Red Fern Grows, connected student learning to real life.
Supporting Schools. Shaping Our Community.


