Friends of Garrard County Schools is continuing its commitment to supporting innovative ideas in our schools by awarding mini grants to Garrard County Schools staff for the 2026–27 school year.
These grants support creative, student-centered projects that provide new opportunities for learning, connection, and growth across the district.
2026 Mini Grant Recipients
Garrard County High School
Ashley Vanhook, Science Teacher Leader
Fetal Pigs and Digital Scales: Science Lab Equipment and Supplies
Garrard Middle School
Ashley House, 7th Grade ELA
Cougar Community Connections Night: Creating Family Connections to Learning
Camp Dick Robinson Elementary
Rachel Smith, Kindergarten
Kindergarten Audio Books: Toniebox
Marilyn Fleckinstein, Preschool
Robots & Legos: STEAM Sets for Preschool Students
Paint Lick Elementary
Jaylee Young, 3rd Grade Math
Math Reading Corner: Math Storybooks & Games
Katherine McMullen, Librarian
One School, One Book: Shared Schoolwide Learning
Lancaster Elementary
Sarah Ison, Counselor
Leopard Reset Cart: Mobile Social-Emotional Support Station for All Classrooms
Together, these projects represent the creativity and dedication of Garrard County Schools educators and their commitment to finding new ways to support students.
We are incredibly grateful to Friends of Garrard County Schools for investing in the ideas of our staff and helping make these projects possible. Their support allows educators to take innovative ideas from concept to classroom and create experiences for students.
Congratulations to all of this year’s mini grant recipients!
