Movement isn’t just a curriculum requirement – it’s a critical life skill that supports mental wellness, physical health and builds social skills. So when we receive grant requests for PE equipment, we love to make teacher dreams happen. We know that PE is crucial to a well-rounded education: movement increases activity, focus and even improves test scores. And Collierville Schools makes it a priority. Depending on their grade level, students will participate in anywhere from

Nearly 30 years ago, Boyle Investment Company set out to create something larger than a traditional development. The goal was not simply to build office buildings, retail centers, or neighborhoods – it was to create a true community. Today, Schilling Farms stands as the realization of that vision, while also serving as a reminder that the story is still being written. Founded in 1996, the 443-acre master-planned community has grown into one of the region's premier mixed-use d

During our last grant cycle, we received requests for decodable readers across almost every elementary school in Collierville. Decodable readers are books that emphasize phonics, so young readers can sound out, or decode, words and strengthen their literacy skills. Each book aligns with a specific phonics skill, helping students to build confidence as they progress toward more complex word patterns and text structures. At the Collierville Education Foundation, we have noticed

During the 2025-26 grant cycle, we awarded 68 grants to teachers in Collierville Schools thanks to our generous sponsors and donors! Public schools in Collierville received materials that students will use well beyond just one school year. Throughout the year, we share the impact made on classrooms in our blog posts. Since we can’t highlight them all individually, we’re recapping a few of last cycle’s grants that will still be used in the coming year. Choral microphones If y

The Collierville Education Foundation welcomes Hinna Jamal as our first executive director to lead our mission to support and enhance public education in Collierville Schools. As CEF’s full-time leader, Hinna will provide strategic leadership alongside the board of directors, oversee fundraising efforts, manage the teacher grant program, support financial stewardship and nurture relationships with the schools, community and business leaders. “We are excited to officially welc

Preparing students for life after graduation starts long before high school. Across Collierville Schools, students are exploring future careers, developing real-world problem-solving skills and gaining hands-on learning experiences that help them envision what is possible for their futures. Through innovative classroom grants funded by the Collierville Education Foundation, educators are creating opportunities that connect learning to college readiness, workforce development

Have you ever found yourself at your desk, longing to step outside and feel the breeze on your face? Getting fresh air is one of the easiest ways to boost your energy, generate new ideas and improve your overall mood. So if this idea works for adults at work, why can’t it work for students at school? At one Collierville school, it now does! Using funding from CEF and our generous sponsors (listed below!), Collierville Elementary School recently installed six double-milled be

We can’t underscore the important role school plays not only in educating our children but also in helping them define their interests and build skills that can turn their passion into a future career. As the job market changes, Collierville teachers are nimbly adjusting their grant requests to ensure our students have access to above-and-beyond exciting tools and lessons that support growth in STEM fields. This is critical for our community’s future – according to The Univer

Gone are the days of practicing arithmetic with a workbook and pencil. Teachers are finding innovative ways to teach the fundamentals of math with technology. Students in Collierville Schools are building upon foundational skills with Logitech crayons, expanding their knowledge by participating in math competitions and practicing the basics on interactive whiteboards. These materials were proudly provided to teachers through CEF’s teacher grant program. Keep reading to learn

Over the summer, the brand new walking track at Collierville Middle School was completed! This state-of-the-art walking track has been a hit among teachers and students at CMS. Collierville Education Foundation is proud to have assisted in funding the track alongside the CMS Parent Teacher Association. Keep reading to learn more about the newest addition to the school and how the walking track benefits everyone! Fun for everyone The track is truly worth the investment – it is