To all the teachers who managed to submit their 2024-2025 grant applications by the May 31st deadline! Your dedication, determination, and effort is commendable. Applications are still under review. Our list of grantees will be announced soon, so stay tuned to find out what exciting teacher initiatives will be implemented next year!
We Promote and Support Teacher
Bridging Classroom to Careers
DONOR SPOTLIGHT
George Lesesne
THANK YOU !
SC State Dept. Of Education
Wright Turbeville
These community partners have chosen to support Bravo's mission by contributing to our 2026-2027 fundraising campaign! We look forward to seeing how their investment will be used to help shape the future of education in Clarendon County!
"EMPOWERING CLARENDON: BRIDGING INNOVATION FROM CLASSROOM TO CAREER"
This grant proposal, initially driven by Dr. Kolb of CCAE, then written by Maureen Calvo, President of Bravo Education Foundation, was approved and awarded by Power:Ed. Thank you Claire Gibbons and SC Student Loan for believing in our vision and providing the funds needed to pilot this program at CCAE and Scott's Branch Middle School this year!!
BRAVO'S IMPACT
Since its launch in April of 2024, the Bravo Education Foundation has awarded $97,000 in teacher grants!
*9 SCHOOLS (K – 12 & Adult Ed)
*27 TEACHERS (across all subjects)
*2000+ STUDENTS
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End-of-Year Teacher Surveys (2024-2026)
Indicate POSITIVE STUDENT OUTCOMES:
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Improved Reading/Literacy Skills
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Improved Math Skills
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Increased Engagement & Motivation
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Advanced Performance in Visual & Performing Arts
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Increased Attention & Focus
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Improved Behavior & Social Skills
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Increased Cultural Awareness
Together
We Can Accomplish Bravo's Mission
The BRAVO Foundation of CCSC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that depends on contributions from individuals, civic organizations, local businesses/corporations, and government grants to fund programs, projects, and initiatives which support its mission. Teachers are on the front lines of educating our children every day and need community support! Please join in our mission to encourage and support teacher initiatives that foster innovative and enhanced learning opportunities for all students in Clarendon County!!
