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CEF Faculty Grants

The Carlisle CEF is proud to support the Carlisle Public Schools’ faculty and staff in their efforts to promote innovation in teaching & learning and build school community connections.

For the 2025-2026 school year, the CEF is accepting grant applications for below categories:

Innovation in Teaching & Learning
Building School Community through special programs, events, and/or workshops

Application Process

Applying for a CEF Faculty Grant is simple, thanks to a streamlined process with Carlisle Public School PTO.

Use the single, shared application to submit your proposal by clicking on "Apply here" button below.
School Administration, CEF and PTO will receive, review and sort applications.
CEF will reach out to applicants with any additional questions and notify applicants of approval.
After implementation, CEF asks that applicants provide a brief summary of successes.

Example of Past Grants

Moki Bands in Motion: PE Program Empowers Students with Wearable Tech

The Physical Education Program received a grant for a pilot program for Moki Bands. Moki

bands are wearable technology that monitors steps and/or also heart rate. The students set

their own personal goals, see how they are performing and adjust their effort/performance

based on their data, giving them increased level of responsibility and individual goal setting in

relation to health/physical activity. This project aims to bring students together around

movement and play in physical education classes. With an added layer of data collection

students will be able to self-monitor their progress and set individual or even team goals. Based on the success of the pilot program the wearables could be used in other programs at the school or in the community, middle school athletics, before school programs, etc.

Boosting Positivity and Connection: Motivational Signage and a Vibrant Artist Residency

Driven by a commitment to continuous learning, positivity, and inclusion, and with a focus on deepening student social and emotional learning, Principals Matt Mehler and Dennett Sidell spearheaded two impactful initiatives. Students and staff are now greeted by uplifting motivational signage throughout the school corridors, fostering a more positive atmosphere. Additionally, the school community welcomed artist Bren Bataclan last spring for an inspiring week-long residency. Bren collaborated with Elementary and Middle School students through engaging assemblies and smaller group sessions, guiding them in transforming their collective ideas and the unique character of our school and community into a vibrant mural for the Corey stairwell.

Fostering Well-being and Engagement: The Latest Sensory Pathways Initiative

Carlisle Public Schools continues to champion innovative learning environments, recently created new Sensory Pathways. Spearheaded by Sue Ross and April Colson, this summer project utilized a grant-funded Cricut machine to design and produce custom sensory pathway stickers. This initiative directly addresses the importance of movement and sensory input in student development and learning. The grant also facilitated teacher training on the Cricut machine and collaboration with a graphic artist, ensuring both functionality and visual appeal. Building on the success of prior sensory pathway implementations, this project underscores the district's dedication to reimagining everyday school experiences, turning simple transitions into opportunities for engagement and well-being.