MEF News
Round 34 grants for 11 MCSC programs awarded
The grants for Round 34 were awarded in May of 2019. Eleven grants totaling $6,772.94 were awarded to enhance learning experiences for Merrillville students.
Grant Spotlight – Crazy Traits
Using “Crazy Traits” kits, purchased via a Merrillville Education Foundation grant, students developed a model for how probability influences genetic variation. They discovered how genetically diverse the population can be even with just 14 traits.
Grant Spotlight – The Great Kindness Challenge
Every month, we are creating activities and projects to promote kindness, respect, empathy, and unity throughout the MIS building. We celebrate every month with the “Act of Kindness MVP” award.
Grant Spotlight – Family Engineering Nights
Approximately 100 families attended and participated in a variety of STEM activities. The purpose of the program was to introduce our parents to the engineering process and the new Makerspace Room at MIS.
Round 33 grants for 13 MCSC programs awarded
The grants for Round 33 were awarded in October of 2018. Thirteen grants totaling $6,461.77 were awarded to enhance learning experiences for Merrillville students.
2nd Annual MEF Walk-A-Thon a tremendous success!
The Merrillville Education Foundation sponsored its 2nd Annual Walk-A-Thon on October 6, 2018, at the Merrillville High School Field House. It was a tremendous success!
2018 MEF Walk-A-Thon Photo Gallery
The Merrillville Education Foundation sponsored its 2nd Annual Walk-A-Thon on October 6, 2018, at the Merrillville High School Field House. It was a tremendous success! Other Media Galleries
Register Now! 2nd Annual MEF Walk-A-Thon set for October 6
We invite you to participate in the 2nd Annual MEF Walk-a-Thon fundraiser! Participants in the “Better Health, Better Minds” event will be walking around the Merrillville High School complex on Saturday, October 6, 2018. We have sponsorship opportunities, too!
Round 32 grants for nine MCSC programs awarded
The grants for Round 32 were awarded in April of 2018. Nine grants totaling $6,484.38 were awarded to enhance learning experiences for Merrillville students.
2018 MEF Major Saver Campaign gets underway March 15!
We are once again excited to be offering Major Saver discount mini cards and phone apps for sale through the Merrillville schools! Over $300 worth of offers for just $10!