Thanks to you, the Dare Education Foundation fills funding gaps to enhance education in our community.

In this edition of our Annual Report, you will find examples of how we continue to fulfill our mission through your support. Learn more about our grants to classrooms, educators, and students and our strong financial position.

Grants to Classrooms and Schools

The Dare Education Foundation funds over 30 teacher-driven projects annually. These funds provide curriculum enhancements, resources for projects, technology, and more in all study areas and at every Dare County public school.

Grants to Educators

The Dare Education Foundation is proud to offer supplemental support for Dare County Schools’ educator endeavors in Master's and Ph.D. Programs, Praxis Certification Exam, National Boards Initial or Renewal Applications, and Professional Learning Opportunities. Annually, the Dare Education Foundation awards financial support to over 75 educators. Learn more.

Student Scholarships

The Dare Education Foundation is proud to offer college scholarships to students from Dare County Schools. Learn more.

Teacher of the Year Awards

The Dare Education Foundation awarded each school-based Teacher of the Year a $100 award, and the district Teacher of the Year a $1000 Professional Learning Scholarship.

Special Projects

Building Engaged Schools

(BES) Volunteer Initiative, Facilitated Program Partnership

Dare Education Foundation is thrilled to partner with the Strengths-Finder Volunteer Initiative, Building Engaged Schools (BES). BES brings strength-based teaching and learning to DCS students, teachers and leaders. This video highlights the positive impact BES has had in our schools.