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The Family Outreach Program | In its first year, this program supported 417 students with over 1,600 contacts, addressed needs from mental health to attendance, and cut alternative placements from 17 to 2 — earning the ISBE Those Who Excel Award of Excellence.

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Equipped for Success | In its first year, this program distributed 450 school-supply-filled bookbags — reaching nearly 20% of our students and advancing equity across the district.

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We See You Campaign | In its first year, this initiative distributed more than 300 shirts to staff, students, and community members, helping to build pride, connection, and a stronger sense of belonging across the district.

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Study Spaces Reimagined | In its first year, this program is transforming Herrin High’s library into a modern learning hub and replacing Herrin Junior High’s old greenhouse with a new facility, gardens, and seating — built by our very own high school construction students.

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Empowerment Through Training | In its first year, this initiative has already demonstrated strong engagement. Over 100 staff members and community participants have attended training sessions, building a more resilient and better-prepared school district and community.

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Career Pathways | In its first year, the CTE expansion provided $25,000 in equipment, funded over 50 dual-credit textbooks, awarded 17 CCPEs (including one dual), and certified 15 students in OSHA safety—equipping graduates with career-specific tools and supplies.

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After-School Activities and Events | In its first year, this initiative has funded five new clubs, expanded Esports with $10K in equipment, supported arts and STEM programs, backed many school events, and more.

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The Fresh Start Project | In its first year, this initiative distributed over 250 hygiene kits, directly supporting student health and school participation.

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Health and Safety Initiative | In its first year, this effort equipped the district with 30 choking rescue plungers, 20 AEDs, and 250 red emergency bags — placing plungers in every PreK classroom as well as all cafeterias.

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2023
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Herrin Junior High School2025
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2020
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2022
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2023
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Herrin Junior High School2025
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Solar Array2026
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2020
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