MEF Creates Possibilities at Rheem

“Every single day, Rheem’s students participate in classes like art, music, and science that support the district’s whole-child approach to education. These programs and others exist thanks to your MEF donations. Thank you!”

Brian Sullivan

Rheem Principal

Did you know that Moraga’s schools are among the lowest-funded in the state?

Your donations to the Moraga Education Foundation enable MEF to make significant annual grants to benefit all of Moraga’s public schools, including Rheem Elementary School. Read more about how your donations create possibilities for every student at Rheem below.

2023-2024 MEF Grant to the Moraga School District benefitting Elementary Schools:

$920,000

STEAM

Science Teachers
Science Supplies
Science Classroom Upgrades
Art Teachers

WELLNESS

Counselors
Student Support Services
Wellness Center Development

ENRICHMENT

Librarian
Music Teachers
Field Trip Support

ACADEMIC SUPPORT

Reading Tutors
School-Based Grants

MEF donations fund science learning at Rheem:

Students in each grade attend science class with a credentialed science teacher once a week to learn and conduct experiments. The science teacher then creates supplemental curriculum for the classroom teachers to use throughout the week to enhance learning.

This year, your donations will also provide additional science supplies and an improved science classroom space.

“My goal is to help students learn to love science, ask questions, and wonder about the world around them.”
— Mrs. Drury, Rheem Science Teacher

MEF Donations Create Possibilities at Rheem

  • "Ms. Morris brings color to life for students in her weekly art classes."

    BRIAN SULLIVAN
    Rheem Principal

  • "We believe that our schools provide our community with an immense sense of pride, and MEF is an important part of that."

    MR. AND MRS. LORIE
    JM and Rheem Teachers

  • "One of my favorite parts of being a 4th grader in Band. I get to choose my instrument and learn how to play and perform with friends."

    CHASE
    Rheem 4th Grader

  • "Librarian Mrs. Gillbanks is a storyteller at heart. Each week, my students come back from the library so excited, ready for more. She inspires them to be avid readers."

    MRS. LORIE
    Rheem Kindergarten Teacher

  • "I started as a teacher in Moraga in 1969, and the classroom looked remarkably different. MEF has grown into such a rich resource for our students!"

    SUSAN SPERRY
    Community Member

  • "Art and music have long been priorities in Moraga. Because of your support, we have preserved art and music programs while many other districts have had to cut or eliminate them."

    DR. JULIE PARKS
    MSD Superintendent

  • "The science teacher does hands-on learning with students in the science lab and also collaborates with classroom teachers to extend the learning throughout the rest of the week."

    BRIAN SULLIVAN
    Rheem Principal

  • "I grew up in Maryland where art, music, and other programs were funded by the state. I give to MEF because I want my kids to be able to have all of these opportunities and more so they can get the best education."

    RHEEM PARENT

  • "My friends and I love going to art club during lunch with Mrs. Denton. We get to paint and meet new friends!"

    RHEEM STUDENT

  • "My son was introduced to the violin in 4th grade, and now he wants to play in middle school. Without that opportunity to try it, I don't think he would have discovered something he now truly loves!"

    RHEEM PARENT

 

Rheem is among the top elementary schools in California thanks to your support!

MSD received the highest rating possible in all categories on the California Department of Education’s Dashboard. Rheem was named a California Distinguished School.

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