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The North East Educational Foundation (NEEF) is the nonprofit partner to the North East Independent School District in San Antonio, Texas. The North East Independent School District (NEISD) is the twelfth largest school district in Texas with nearly 60,000 students across 72 campuses.
In a district this large, we often turn to business partners, foundations, and other external entities to meet the educational and extracurricular needs of our students.
While our District continues to do more with less funding, our Foundation exists to bridge the gaps created by these funding shortages. Because students deserve the highest-level of enrichment in their education, it is our goal to ensure that they receive all the additional support needed.
“The merge cubes offer the design challenge students to enter a Tech Rise competition for NASA that has taken their projects into a 3-D virtual reality. ”
Grant- Exploring Content in an Innovative Way
Cheryl Hernandez 7th Grade Science Teacher STEM Academy @ Nimitz Middle School
“These instruments will allow me to bring a very common analytical technique to the students in a way that is far more realistic to what they will see in college and industry. ”
Grant - Melting Point Studies
Elisa Compton GT Science Teacher Johnson High School
I love what NEEF stands for…. It has really empowered the students and the staff members to take education to the next level.”Otis Hamlett, VIP Golf Sponsor Lifetouch Photography
NEEF was established in 1986 to develop and expand educational opportunities for the students of NEISD. Since its inception in 1986, NEEF has funded over 544 educational grants. Every year, our Foundation receives over a million dollars in grant requests. We accept applications from NEISD District Staff, administrators, and teachers requesting funds for innovative programs and programs.
NEEF provides the resources for teachers to turn their brilliant ideas into reality. NEEF grants do not replace curriculum. Instead, they enhance learning experiences that extend beyond the traditional classroom education. Funding is raised through events, fundraising campaigns, and external grants.
Kimberly Prater Chair of the Board
In September 2023, NEEF, in collaboration with the San Antonio Football Club, granted $10,000 to NEISD Athletics for the implementation of a disc golf course at the North East Sports Park (NESP). The NESP is open to the entire NEISD community. The introduction of a disc golf course at the North East Sports Park is designed to contribute to team-building activities, offering students and the broader community an engaging and inclusive way to enjoy the facilities. Disc golf can be played from school age to golden age - making it a lifetime activity for all NEISD students, families, and community members. Disc golf is interactive, calm, relaxing, and inclusive!
NEISD values fostering a culture of health and wellness among our students, staff, and community. Furthermore, research has shown that physical activity improves academic achievement.
This past year, The North East Educational Foundation (NEEF) had many successes worth acknowledging and celebrating. Our Board of Directors, business partners, parents, and volunteers continue to show up and support NEEF, which I am incredibly thankful for. It is an honor to begin my 6th year on the NEEF board alongside many wonderfully committed board members who share the same passion for NEISD.
During the 2022-2023 fiscal year, NEEF raised over $125,000 for Big Give. Lopez Middle School, Encino Park Elementary School, and Tejeda Middle School were our big winners, raising $33,000 between the three of them. Thank you to the parents for advocating for your school and making this a
Another massive accomplishment for NEEF was our Fund-A-Need for a 50 ft rappel tower to be constructed at Camp Henson and completed in the spring of 2024. The tower will be the first of its kind in San Antonio, which is not located on a military base. The rappel tower will not only benefit our 900 JROTC students but will open opportunities for all of our students to benefit from team building and confidence building. We want to extend a special thank you to Gordon Hartman for his support of the tower at our
Looking ahead, we are excited about the future of NEEF. We will continue to explore opportunities that best support our District and broaden the range of student educational experiences. I hope all of our donors, partners, volunteers, and parents continue to join our efforts in a time of ever-changing requirements and funding resources for public education.
The North East Educational Foundation Board of Directors is made up of diverse individuals from various industry backgrounds who share the same goal of enriching educational opportunities for NEISD students. Our Board of Directors volunteer their time and expertise to guide the organization towards achieving its goals.
Several of the Board Members have graduated from NEISD schools, have children who have graduated, and have children who are current students. NEEF Board members exhibit a passion and commitment to our mission, which has led to successful fundraisers, enhanced community engagement, and stronger partnerships.
The Board plays a crucial role in connecting District staff with business and community leaders. Partnerships provide additional resources, expertise, and funding for educational projects that improve students’ outcomes, including internships and mentorship programs.
After 70+ years, NEISD has become one of the best school districts in San Antonio, having invested in establishing top schools, developing magnet schools, hiring the best teachers, and providing updated technology to deliver quality education to the children of our community.
With a focus on families and the community, our mission is to encouragingly challenge each student to achieve academic excellence and demonstrate technical skills to become a successful citizen. Families are attracted to North East ISD due to the numerous college and career pathways offered as an accredited school district by the Texas Education Agency. We have partnered with world-class universities, innovative businesses, nonprofit organizations and community leaders to prepare our students for college, career and life. Get to know us and discover North East ISD.
For the fourth year in a row, North East ISD has been named one of America’s Best Employers by Magazine.
This competitive, Gifted and Talented (GT) program has majors for high school students in cinema, musical theater, visual arts, technical theater, creative writing, dance and instrumental music. NESA students participate in master classes and seminars, and study with professional educators who are also working artists with significant training in their disciplines.
The program is housed at Legacy of Educational Excellence High School.
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grades 6-12 magnet program that puts students on track for college while embracing a love of science, math, technology, and engineering. Students receive instruction in core content areas and advanced STEM electives.
The program is housed at Nimitz Middle School and Legacy of Educational Excellence High School.
iCSI is a hands-on, interactive magnet program for high school students interested in computer programming, network security, network engineering, and cybersecurity.
iCSI has emerged as the state-of-the -art model for other schools world-wide to emulate. Students travel to the facility from their home campus by bus or personal vehicle for part of the school day.
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$162,195 $78,000 $33,493.96
NESA Web Series Production Studio Using Anatomage in order to strengthen the Biomedical/ Advanced Science pathway
NESA’s Web Series Production project provides a collaborative, immersive, hands-on, real-world experience for NESA students. They learn industry-standard skills from show conception, writing, prep, production, and post. The course will culminate in the real-world production and release of 6-10 episodes of an original scripted, serialized web show.
The Anatomage Table is a cutting-edge digital operating table with scans of real cadavers, offering in-depth exploration from the skin to cellular level. Featuring additional MRI scans, pathological specimens, and interactive case studies, it replaces traditional dissection equipment, facilitating immersive learning in anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
Computer Labs
During the annual Gala, NEEF raised $87,195 to “Fund-A-Need” to build two computer labs at iCSI. NEEF then matched that with an additional $75,000, bringing the grand total to $162,195. Since its inception, many businesses and colleges have toured the facility and have partnered with the program.
Students of the program can become certified in cybersecurity, allowing them to launch their careers with salaries starting around $60,000 annually.
High school students can build competitive career skills in one of three academic areas at CTEC.
Our Transportation Technology, Medical Professionals, and Construction Technology academies allow students to learn from experts in each field. They get hands-on experience, can earn industry certifications, and are connected with business partners for internships and job opportunities.
AMP is for high school students who have an interest in studying agriculture science and participating in the FFA
(Future Farmers of America) youth leadership organization. Pathways include Agribusiness, Applied Agricultural Engineering, Animal Science, Environmental and Natural Resources, Food Science, and Plant Science.
AMP’s state-of-the-art facility is located on the Madison High School campus.
DATA is a grades 6 -12 program that provides students with rigorous college preparation in both core and elective courses. Coursework emphasizes career and professional readiness in the fields of animation, audio/video production, graphic design, digital arts, and video game design.
The program is housed at Ed White Middle School and Roosevelt High School.
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Proven Success
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The success of a District is built on the vision of our board members, the tenure and influence of our teachers, and the leadership of our principals and staff.
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NEEF Grant NEEF Grant
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Emergency Medical Technician
Emergency Medical Technicians are crucial in saving lives during emergencies. They must be well-equipped and work in unison with their team to act quickly and efficiently in these situations. This is where ambulance simulators come in. CTEC Paramedic/NAEMT Instructor/DSHS Instructor Lee Pearson recognized the importance of ambulance simulators in EMT readiness and successfully applied for a grant to acquire one for the program.
$1,566.41
Beekeeping Laboratory & Supervised Agricultural Experience Projects
The idea for the beekeeping project was sparked by students and teachers who wanted to incorporate beekeeping into their entomology lessons. With the NEEF grant, beekeeping is part of the curriculum that covers the biology of bees and their life cycle to raise a bee colony and create honey. They even learn entrepreneurship when they bottle and sell the honey.
NEEF Grant
$42,688
Visual Production and Visualization Volume
The Visualization Production Volume Space brings together various curriculum pathways, such as film production, 3D animation, and game design classes. This innovative technology enables students to plan, design both real and virtual sets, shoot in virtual and real-world environments, and render out virtual production videos.
Campuses meet State Accountably Standards Summa Cum Laude Graduates
4,742
Graduates
Campus Distinctions
15.4
Honor Graduates of our Teachers have 5+ years of experience to 1 student to teacher ration
1,0592,46086.7%
Graduates continuing their education
Reliable Support
2.9
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back to NEISD in the 22-23 school year Students impacted
Through corporate and community donations, NEEF provides the funds for innovative classroom grants, campus-wide projects, and district initiatives that expand the learning environment for our students
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In addition, students may apply for the full day or partial day magnet programs offered by NEISD.
“NEEF helps North East Independent School District stay ahead of the curve.”
They are able to bring us things we never even knew were possible and we never dreamed that we would actually be able to have in our classes and in our environments.
Getting people to invest in the future is something super important to me as a Program Director and also to the District.
It’s a phenomenal thing, and I am so blessed to be a part of it.
Jennifer Jensen Director STEM Academy
The North East Educational Foundation (NEEF) is a private non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable corporation chartered in 1986. Its purpose is to seek, cultivate and obtain revenues to develop and expand educational opportunities for the students of the North East Independent School Our Foundation underwrites projects and programs that enhance the basic required curriculum and broaden the range of student’s educational experience.
The North East Educational Foundation received the 2021 Texas Education Foundation Network (TEFN) Distinguished Achievement Award and $5,000 for their efforts in supporting North East ISD.
“It’s
a game changer because if this did not occur, the things that come from this organization would not happen; many children would not be able to achieve some of the incredible results and outcomes that they will achieve.”
NEEF provides support for Pre-K through 12, campus projects, and District-wide initiatives.
At the 2023 Boots, Bling and Big Dreams Gala, participants supported the Fund A Need for a 50 ft Rappel Tower to be built at NEISD’s Camp Henson. $150,000 was raised through NEEF for this confidence building structure that will be unique to our school district.
This rappel tower will benefit JROTC students from all over the region who compete annually at Camp Henson.
