BCEF Receives $130,000 from Hillenbrand Foundations
More phases of the BPS outdoor learning complex moving forward, thanks to their generosity.
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The Batesville Community Education Foundation benefits Batesville through engaging yet practical school programs that go beyond the basics.
BCEF was established to provide additional funding for innovative learning opportunities that go beyond the basics in academics, athletics, and the arts in the Batesville public schools, enhancing the educational environment for all students. Read more.
We are a proud member of the Indiana Association of Public Education Foundations. INAPEF’s mission is to grow and strengthen Indiana’s education foundations as philanthropic leaders through education, training, collaboration and advocacy to enhance public education.
Support for BCEF’s programs is provided, in part, by our community sponsors.
Thank you to our gold levels sponsors for 2023-24:
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For a list of all of our generous sponsors, click here.
Alumni Spotlight
Catch up with Class of 1980 alumnus Scott Weisenbach in our latest edition of Alumni Spotlight.
BPS Outdoor Learning Complex Update
BCEF’s planned outdoor learning complex at Batesville Primary School is moving along! The sidewalk has been poured. We are still accepting donations for this unique learning space. Learn more here.
How Public Schools Are Funded
How BCEF Benefits Batesville
Stretching the dollars as far as they can go, the schools have little left for unique opportunities such as practical, hands-on experiences and real-world exploration. This is where BCEF steps in, funding programs like the cutting-edge flexible learning spaces initiative and equipment for the popular and effective Project Lead the Way engineering courses. Continue reading.