Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union awards $45K in grants

Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union announced its 2020 Classroom Cash Grants program recipients.

More than $45,000 was awarded to 64 educators spanning 51 schools across metro Detroit. The grants, worth up to $750 each, help with the implementation of learning experiences that foster students’ exploration, independent thinking and problem solving. This year, grants also aid in virtual learning and help to keep educators and students safe from COVID-19.

Winners in Oakland County are:

• Lindsey Belzyt, Reuther Middle School

• Adam Burns, Troy Athens High School

• Sarah Cartwright, Norup International School

• Mike Conrad, Royal Oak High School

• Jennifer Green, Shrine Catholic Grade School

• Lisa Hermann, Southfield High School for the Arts and Technology

• Michele Laramie, Power Middle School

• Philip Lewan, Boulan Park Middle School

• Kristen Little, Avondale Middle School

• Aaron Maliepaard, Martell Elementary School

• Sarah Oikarinen, Orion Oaks Elementary School

• Virginia Riolo, Troy High School

• LevQual Robinson, Kennedy Learning Center

• Courtney Rose, Power Middle School

• Danielle Truesdell, Addams Early Childhood Center

• Marc Vickers, Troy High School

• Nate Wagner, Academy of the Sacred Heart

• Richard Zager, Southfield High School for the Arts and Technology

For more information about the Classroom Cash Grants program and to view the grant recipients’ projects, visit www.classrooomcash.org.