Boyd foundation announces school grants

Students perform investigations in physics, engineering, biology, astronomy, chemistry and earth/space science.

Kathy Rice, Boyd County High, aUsing the Ultimate Speed Reader to Improve Student Performance.a

The Ultimate Speed Reader is software to improve reading speed and comprehension. The program is designed to help gifted and struggling readers increase speed and comprehension.

Robin Crum, Ramey-Estep High, aLet Everybody Hear.a

The grant will purchase wireless microphones to use during student performances of drama and music and students will learn how to use wireless sound technology.

Annie Johnson and Melissa Downey, all district grades five through 12, aSchoolhouse Rock Live!a musical.

Boyd County public school students in grades five through 12 will audition, rehearse and present the musical aSchoolhouse Rock Live! Once students learn how to play them, they will join the Boyd County High School band in a special districtwide performance to celebrate Music In Our Schools month in March.

Judi King, Catlettsburg Elementary, aSensory Processing Increases kNowledge a SPIN.a

Students with autism and other disorders have difficulty regulating their sensory input.




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