Congratulations to the 59 Bells High School students who earned an A in their Dual Credit courses at Grayson College. The Bells Education Foundation proudly awarded a total of $6,720 to students on January 8, 2026. 

Seniors Amelia Carter and Josephine Morris helped present checks to students at the awards presentation. Amelia serves on the Foundation Board and Josephine serves on the Fundraising Committee.

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.