The Grant Program is designed to support curriculum enrichment as well as school resources. Teachers and staff are encouraged to apply for grants to fund enrichment programs, performances and other opportunities as well as to fund supplies, equipment, and other experiences which will have a direct and beneficial impact on the quality of education for students.  We are please to have been able to fund the following grants (totals rounded) during the 2025-26 school year...

• Grant Title: TIGER Performance

• Students Impacted: All 2nd Grade students

• Grant Funding Requested from the PTO: $1,376.20

• Overview: Plymouth State University True Blue You musical performance designed to build positive peer relationships, social emotional learning and mindfulness strategies.

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• Grant Title: Fun Home at the Huntington Theater

• Students Impacted: 82 12th Grade Senior Students at The Bromfield School 

• Grant Funding Requested from the PTO: $2,385

• Overview: The English department at the Bromfield School, which is committed to providing students with meaningful experiences with theater. For this trip, seniors will view a student matinee of FUN HOME the musical. Themes in FUN HOME connect to the 12th grade Perspectives in Literature and AP Lit courses.

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• Grant Title: Mr. Nicky Zoom Concert

• Students Impacted: 85 6th Grade Students at The Bromfield Middle School

• Grant Funding Requested from the PTO: $200

• Overview: Andy Wright, Social Studies teacher at TBMS requested funding to host a zoom concert and workshop day with a popular Youtuber, Mr. Nicky for all 6th grade students. Mr. Nicky lives in Chicago and performs song parodies with ancient history lyrics.

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• Grant Title: Novel Poetry Books

• Students Impacted: 80 4th Grade Students at Hildreth Elementary School

• Grant Funding Requested from the PTO: $1,273.80

• Overview: Tammy Route requests funds to purchase 20 copies each of 8 texts for a 4th grade novel poetry unit.

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• Grant Title: Appleseed Funds

• Students Impacted: All Hildreth Elementary School Students (Prek-5

• Grant Funding Requested from the PTO: $3,500.00

• Overview: This grant allows the principal to use additional funds at their discretion to support extra building materials and pupil supplies. This grant is also used to fund need-based student scholarships. Additionally, the grant provides each teacher a small amount of money to purchase any materials that fall outside of the scope of the OMIBUS budget. 

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• Grant Title: Wampanoag Visit

• Students Impacted: 75 3rd Grade Students at Hildreth Elementary School 

• Grant Funding Requested from the PTO: $1,500.00

• Overview: Darius Coombs, member of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and former program director of the Wampanoag exhibit at the Plimouth/Patuxet Museum presents a program for students to educate them about the Wampanoag Life Ways which informs students about Wampanoag ways 400 years ago and today.  This is an instrumental aspect of our Social Studies curriculum. Darius is an engaging, enthusiastic presenter who brings the history of the Wampanoag alive as well as helping our students understand that the Wampanoag people still inhabit the state today.

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• Grant Title: Expanding science exploration in preschool

• Students Impacted: 36 PreK students at Hildreth Elementary School (and future PreK students for many years to come)

• Grant Funding Requested from the PTO: $972.33

• Overview: Funding to purchase a variety of STEM materials to be used to enhance our current curriculum and activities in preschool. A major focus of our professional development so far this year has been looking at the Massachusetts State Standards and aligning them with our themes and activities. Science is an area that I found I needed to focus on adding to this year. The materials requested correspond with the science standards and will be incorporated into play based learning experiences. Some of the requested materials correspond to specific themes, such as outer space, weather, growing things, etc. Some other materials will be used to incorporate science concepts in our daily play and exploration, such as the magnetic materials, translucent manipulatives and magnifying glasses. Last year a light table was purchased and it has led to some great activities and investigations already this year. It particularly has helped to engage our students with disabilities and sensory needs. This will help make academic concepts more appealing and accessible to ALL of our youngest learners.

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• Grant Title: HES Recess Equipment

• Students Impacted: Pre-K - 5th Grade

• Grant Funding Requested from the PTO: $300

• Overview: We are seeking funding to purchase a variety of recess equipment to support active, engaging, and developmentally appropriate play opportunities for students in grades PreK–5. Currently, our available resources are limited, and additional equipment would help us promote physical activity, social skill development, and inclusive play for all students. With this grant, we aim to provide items such as balls, jump ropes, outdoor games, and age-appropriate materials that encourage creativity, teamwork, and healthy movement. This investment will enhance the overall recess experience and contribute positively to our students’ physical, social, and emotional well-being.

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• Grant Title: TBMS Inclusivity: Partnership with Jamele Adam

• Students Impacted: Grades 6-8

• Grant Funding Requested from the PTO: $2,150

• Overview: We have identified a need to work with our students in the following areas: anti-bullying/anti-harassment; inclusivity; acceptance of differences; and the appropriate use of jokes and humor. We wish to partner with Jamele Adams, an educator, poet, and recognized leader for his work engaging issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion. He describes his platform as - L.I.T. - love, inclusion, and trust. Our intent is to collaborate with Jamele to design an assembly, evening event, and follow-up work that addresses our identified needs.

Total Grants Funded YTD for the 2025 - 2026 Academic Year:  Over $13,700 and counting...

To request a Grant, please complete the Harvard PTO Grant Request Form:  Harvard PTO Grant Request Form

Please note that grant requests will be reviewed weekly by the board.