The foundation is currently operated by a 15-member board of directors and will use multiple committees to aid in decision-making. The board has developed an incentive program for students and teachers exemplifying academic excellence which is detailed below:

 Students earning a 30 on the ACT or a 1390 on the SAT will receive $150.

Students achieving a qualifying score on Advanced Placement exams given at Bells High School will be rewarded as follows:

• $100 for a score of 3, $150 for a score of 4, and $200 for a score of 5

• The advanced placement teacher will also receive $60 for every student in his or her class that earns a qualifying score.

• Students earning an “A” (90 or above) in any dual credit course during the spring semester at Grayson County College will receive $60. This now also applies to elective courses, such as humanities, psychology, and welding.

• Students earning an Associate’s Degree prior to graduating from Bells High School will receive $500.

• Celebrations for each campus that wins first place in district UIL competitions.

• Students earning a designated industry certification from Grayson County College before graduating from Bells High School will receive $125 to $375 depending on hours taken. For a list of industry certifications click here.

• In addition, the Foundation is accepting Destination Innovation Teacher Grant proposals. For more information, click here.

The Bells Education Foundation recently purchased a CNC machine for the high school robotics students to use in their classes and team activities.