HIGH-SCHOOL STUDENT APPLICATION FOR GIEF GRANT TO SUPPORT DIRECTED LEARNING (UP TO $1000 WITH NO MORE THAN 50% OF FUNDS ALLOCATED TO EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, OR MATERIALS)

NOTE: This application is to be used when instruction or instruction and materials and/or supplies and/or equipment are sought. If you are applying for funds to materials/supplies/equipment only, please use the self-directed application form. supplies and/or equipment. If you are applying for funds to support instruction, please use the alternate application form.

We are pleased you are considering applying for a grant in support of a learning opportunity about which you are passionate. We are happy to answer any questions you may have in the process of applying. Members of GIEF are also available to meet by phone or in-person to support you in developing your proposal. As you fill out the application, please keep several things in mind:

  • We request that students fill out the grant applications as independently as possible based on their age and abilities. No matter your age, you can always use the adults in your life as sounding boards for ideas, to answer questions, or as final proof-readers.
  • Please keep in mind GIEF’s mission and vision as you develop your grant idea and application:
    “The mission of the Georgetown Island Education Foundation is to support, enrich, and enhance the educational experience of all students of Georgetown, Maine. o It is the vision of the foundation to spark positive, lasting attitudes toward exploration and learning through exposure to a variety of diverse, creative and challenging educational opportunities.”

High-School Student Application - Directed Learning

  • General Information

  • Your Proposal

  • Please note if there is a fixed start/end date or multiple phases to the program
  • Please explain how this project/program relates to past learning and experiences, new or established interests, and future goals.
  • Please be AS SPECIFIC AS POSSIBLE
  • Please BE SPECIFIC in explaining what you hope to learn through this project/program.

  • PROPOSED BUDGET - Please respond in detail

  • For example: I need to purchase new versus used equipment because…, I need to buy versus rent because…, I am proposing one-on-one instruction rather than group instruction because…)
  • This may take the form of anything from a performance or exhibit to mentoring or connecting with an elder member of your family.
  • Optional: Attach any supporting images, videos, documents you would like to share.
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