FEF Board members, FISD staff, & community supporters celebrate grant funding during the annual SurPrize Patrol – Credit: Friendswood ISD
GALVESTON — Friendswood Independent School District Education Foundation’s SurPrize Patrol bestows $471,378 in grants during its annual Adopt-A-Grant Campaign to educators across all FISD campuses on Friday, May 1.
“SurPrize Patrol is one of the most exciting traditions of the year because it brings our mission to life,” said Shanna Kirkpatrick, President of FEF.
“It is a celebration of the educators who dream big for their students, the donors who make those dreams possible, and the many volunteers, staff members, and Grant Champions who help turn ideas into reality across Friendswood ISD,” said Kirkpatrick.
Over 30 Foundation board members, community supporters, and Adopt-A-Grant donors boarded the SurPrize Patrol bus, making energetic stops at each campus.
The Friendswood High School drumline welcomed the patrol with cheers, applause, and emotional surprises as educators received funding for their innovative classroom ideas.
Friendswood High School’s pep rally-style tradition has become an annual highlight of the school year, recognizing the creativity and dedication of FISD teachers and staff by delivering grant awards directly to their campuses.
“Adopt-A-Grant allows our community to play a direct role in creating extraordinary
opportunities for students and teachers,” said FEF Executive Director Ashley Adair, who emphasizes that each gift supports the Foundation’s mission by funding classrooms experiences, hands-on learning, and resources that inspire growth, curiosity and success.
From hands-on STEM tools and literacy resources to fine arts materials, guest speakers, and classroom technology, this year’s funded grants reflect the incredible imagination and commitment of FISD educators, all rooted in the belief that every student deserves an engaging and enriching educational experience.
FEF extends heartfelt thanks to the many grant writers, Grant Champions, campus and district purchasers, donors, volunteers, and community partners who helped make this year’s Adopt-A-Grant campaign a success.
To help support future innovative grants and learning opportunities in Friendswood ISD, visit fef.myfisd.com or contact the Foundation at EducationFoundation@fisdk12.net to learn more about how to get involved.
Jo’Tavia Norbert
