Supporting Schools. Shaping Our Community.

What happens when a community comes together in support of its kids?

EVERYTHING.

Teacher Training Workshop | Newton Education Foundation

SUCCESS.

We put community resources to work for children so they can achieve academic and personal

Student Science Activity | Newton Education Foundation

HELP US

Book Bus with Clifford | Newton Education Foundation

remove obstacles and provide opportunities that deepen learning.

Relaunch Ribbon Cutting | Newton Education Foundation

Public education is not a spectator sport. Get involved

TODAY.

What happens when a community comes together in support of its kids?

EVERYTHING.

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

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

Newton Board Members Support Special Olympics Bowling

NEF board members helped out at a monthly Special Olympics bowling tournament - a program supported by an NEF grant.

Keep your Taxes in Newton County to Support Newton County Kids!

Take advantage of the PEACH Education Tax Credit offered by the GA Foundation for Public Education, and put your taxes to work for local students and schools.

NEF Teacher Grant Cycle Now Open: Apply by November 21, 2025!

These grants are open to teachers and staff at Newton County Schools and are designed to enhance learning for our students.

Birds Up Close: A Special Day at Newton County STEAM Academy

Newton County STEAM Academy students met exotic birds, boosting research skills and curiosity, thanks to an NEF grant and Parrot Productions.

Dav Pilkey Turns Challenges into Superpowers for Newton County Students

Dav Pilkey’s visit brought books, surprises, and inspiration—building a joyful, inclusive culture of literacy in Newton County schools.

NEF Grant Fuels Innovative Reading Program at East Newton Elementary

A media specialist and a resource officer teamed up to create a collaborative reading project that had students wanting more.

STUDENTS

SCHOOLS

TEACHERS

Our Supporters Say . . .

“A community can only be as strong as the people in the community. I give to the Newton Education Foundation because its an organization that allows us to come together and support our students and schools. I am able to see my giving as teachers receive grants, books are placed on the Book Bus, and students are supported. All the contributions together allow us to do great things for our community.”

Karen Dozier

Procurement Director | BOE Service Center

“Education is the only way out of poverty and we are living in a community with disadvantaged families. I know first-hand the power of an education.”

Carol Jean

EIP teacher (Early Intervention Program) | Live Oak Elementary School

“I give to support others in education. The students in Newton County deserve the very best and I know first hand that this organization and others like it help to support the students.”

M. Lynn Custer

EIP Teacher | Livingston Elementary

“I believe student education is a top priority for a successful future.”

Ruthie Byrd

First Grade Teacher | Live Oak Elementary

“I give because I believe in this community. I know that our youth deserve the very best and this is one small way that I can contribute to the overall success of our youth.”

Keith M. Benton

Board of Education | Director of Student & Family Support

“This is just a small way to give back to my community.”

Jennifer Felsberg

School Counselor | Newton County STEAM Academy