Ed Foundation Grant to Fund LHS Library Renovations [Video]

The $46,000 from Lawrence Township Education Foundation will be used to fund "major renovations" to the Lawrence High School library and media center. Improvements will include new computers, seating and shelving.

Editor's Note: The following news release was issued by the Lawrence Township Education Foundation. The Lawrence Township Education Foundation (LTEF) has awarded $46,000 to Lawrence Township Public Schools to fund an innovative new project at Lawrence High School. Over the next few months, major renovations will take place in the High School library and media center.  These renovations will allow for flexible work space for collaboration among students, teachers and groups.  The enhancements will provide better intellectual and physical access to information thereby promoting literacy and the enjoyment of reading, viewing and listening as well as provide leadership, curriculum collaboration, instruction and consulting assistance in the use…

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Bullying Prevention Workshop for Parents Scheduled

The free workshop will be held at Lawrence High School on Jan. 23 at 7 p.m.

Editor's Note: The following is a news release issued by the Lawrence Township Education Foundation.  The Lawrenceville Elementary School Character Workshops continue in 2013 with a presentation on “Top Tools for Preventing Bullying.” This free workshop, part of a series now in its second year will be held at Lawrence High School on Jan. 23 at 7 p.m.  The workshop is organized by the Character Team at Lawrenceville Elementary School and funded by a grant from the Lawrence Township Education Foundation (LTEF). Naomi Drew will be the featured speaker for the evening.  Ms. Drew is recognized around the world for her work in conflict resolution, peacemaking, and anti-bullying.  Attendees will learn the latest on what to do if your child is …

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Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: Help Keep Lawrence Schools Great

The writer is Paul Schinde, president of the Lawrence Township Education Foundation Board of Trustees.

To the Editor: Great public schools are one reason why Lawrence Township is a great place to live. That's why end-of-year donations to Lawrence Township Education Foundation are an excellent way to support our town. Your donation supports excellence, creativity and achievement in our schools. LTEF grants reach every student in every school in the district. On behalf of the LTEF Trustees - and the children of Lawrence Township - thanks for your support. We respectfully ask that you consider a donation this year, either online at www.ltefnj.org, or by mail to PO Box 6531, Lawrenceville, N.J. 08648. Your support will help make it a happy new year for students in Lawrence Township public schools. - Paul Schinde, president, Board of Trustees …

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Ed Foundation Awards $51,000 to Lawrence Schools

Since 1992, the Lawrence Township Education Foundation has provided more than $2.5 million in grants to township public schools. Eighteen programs will be funded as a result of the foundation's Fall 2012 grant cycle.

The Lawrence Township Education Foundation (LTEF) is pleased to announce it has completed its Fall 2012 grant cycle by awarding 18 grants totaling more than $51,000 to fund innovative programs in Lawrence Township Public Schools. The grants, submitted by district teachers, cover a broad range of disciplines including physical education, music, science, reading and speech therapy. At Lawrence Intermediate School (LIS), fourth-grade students will be treated to an “Academy on the Go” assembly presented by the Academy of Natural Sciences.  Fifth-grade students will improve their reading comprehension with new interactive language arts center activities, and rising sixth-grade students will receive books for a summer reading program.  Also …

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LHS Students' Chinese Paintings on Display at Library

The exhibit featuring paintings by Lawrence High School students will be open at the Lawrence Branch of the Mercer County Library until Nov. 30.

Editor's Note: The following is a news release issued by the Lawrence Township Education Foundation. An exhibit featuring paintings by Lawrence High School students opened at the Lawrence Branch of the Mercer County Library on Nov. 4. The paintings will be on exhibit until Nov. 30.  Master Artist Yu-Chen Chen worked with the students and demonstrated both calligraphy and painting techniques. Ms. Chen is a master artist who currently practices Chinese Calligraphic and Painting Art forms.  The paintings are the final result of a grant that was funded by the Lawrence Township Education Foundation. The grant brought together students who study Mandarin and students in the fine arts program. In Chinese Calligraphy, the idea behind a word, the …

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Parents Invited to Free Workshop About ADHD

“ADHD – Coaching Children for Success” will be held Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. at Lawrence High School.

Editor's Note: The following is a news release issued by the Lawrence Township Education Foundation. “ADHD – Coaching Children for Success” is the topic of a free workshop to be held Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. at Lawrence High School, organized by the Character Team at Lawrenceville Elementary School and funded by a grant from the Lawrence Township Education Foundation. The workshop’s keynote address will be presented by Katherine McGavern.  Mrs. McGavern is an ADHD Coach.  She is the co-founder of the Mercer County chapter of CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder).  As a parent of children with ADHD, she has gained hands-on experience in the field.  She has been working with kids, families, and teachers through …

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Education Foundation Celebrates 20 Years of Funding

Over the past 20 years, Lawrence Township Education Foundation has contributed over $2.4 million in grants to support nearly 500 programs in Lawrence Township's public schools.

Editor's Note: The following is a news release issued by the Lawrence Township Education Foundation. The Lawrence Township Education Foundation (LTEF) has planned a year of special activities to celebrate its 20th anniversary. The highlight of the celebration will be bonus "20th Anniversary Grants" awarded to each of the seven Lawrence Township Public Schools later this year. These will be funded in part by a gift of $20,000 to LTEF by longtime supporter, The Lawrenceville School. LTEF was founded in 1992 by community members, educators, and business leaders who sought to bring together the many resources of Lawrence’s business and professional community for the benefit of the Lawrence Township Public Schools and all of its students. The …

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Lawrenceville School Donates $65K to Ed Foundation

The $65,000 donation comes in addition to a $20,000 gift presented by The Lawrenceville School to the Lawrence Township Education Foundation in April in honor of the foundation's 20th anniversary.

Editor's Note: The following is a news release issued by The Lawrenceville School. The Lawrenceville School was pleased to present $65,000, the school's annual donation, in support of the Lawrence Township Education Foundation (LTEF). This gift comes in addition to $20,000 presented to LTEF in April in celebration of the Foundation's 20th anniversary. Over the past two decades, the Lawrenceville School has donated $1,115,000 to LTEF. Other funded programs include professional development for teachers, summer reading materials for AP biology students, digital pens, and support of students attending the DECA International Career Development Conference. Funding will also continue in support of the already established parenting seminars. In …

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Nutrition Rock Concert and Wellness Fair to be Held at Slackwood School

The "Jump with Jill" concert will take place at 3:30 p.m. on Sept. 28. The free event will feature songs, dancing, games and other activities for children.

Editor's Note: The following is a news release issued by the Lawrence Township Education Foundation. “Jump with Jill,” is the title of a free nutrition rock concert that will take place on Sept. 28 at 3:30 p.m. at Slackwood Elementary School in Lawrence Township.  Jill Jayne, rock star nutritionist, will perform catchy songs and upbeat dance moves in an effort to tackle childhood obesity.  Jill uses the same tools normally used to sell junk food and keep kids sedentary into a powerful tool for teaching healthy habits. Also taking place will be a health fair with games and activities for children along with the ribbon-cutting of an outdoor exercise circuit behind the school.  Students will be taught how to use all equipment during physical …

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Janssen and LTEF Reps See Their Donation Dollars in Action

Reps from Janssen Pharmacceuticals and the Lawrence Township Education Foundation visited a school that is utilizing donations given by the two organizations.

Editor's Note: The following is a press release issues by the Lawrence Township Education Foundation. Representatives from Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and the Lawrence Township Education Foundation (LTEF) recently visited the Lawrence Intermediate School (LIS) to see first-hand two projects that are underway at the school. Peg Forrestal, Director of Contributions and Community Affairs at Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Paul Schindel, Board President, LTEF, were delighted to see the outdoor garden and classroom project that began in the Fall of 2010 and has bloomed into a space used by hundreds of students in the school.  It includes a vegetable and herb garden complete with a sundial, composting bin, and rain barrel.  Through tending …

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