In December, Fuse Project celebrated a month of academic support and community engagement in the Avenue, bringing students hands-on learning, creative expression, and recognition for their achievements. These efforts underscore the value of providing enriching opportunities and fostering connections in our Avenue community schools.
Fuse Project’s new After-School Art program at Calloway-Smith Middle School, created in partnership with Mobile Arts Council’s Amp Up Arts, provides students with a creative outlet while integrating social-emotional learning and academic support. By offering hands-on projects and fostering self-expression, the program addresses a critical need for extracurricular opportunities in under-resourced schools, empowering students to grow both academically and emotionally.
Read MoreFuse Project has launched its third year of clubs at Florence Howard Elementary School, engaging over 200 students with enriching activities like Cooking, Art, Garden, and Yoga. These clubs, made possible through community partnerships and dedicated volunteers, provide students with valuable life lessons while addressing resource gaps in under-resourced schools.
Read MoreOur 2nd annual BOO! Project raised $13,000 this year to support transformational education in the Avenue community. With the help of sponsors, volunteers, and participants, the project spread Halloween cheer across 16 zip codes while creating lasting opportunities for local children.
Read MoreFlorence Howard Elementary School's first-ever Parenting Day was a resounding success, featuring a resource fair, picnic lunch, and live music, with over 100 families attending. Sponsored Fuse Project and local businesses and supported by volunteers, the event provided valuable resources to parents while fostering community connection and engagement.
Read MoreFuse Project's Academic Support Program celebrates student achievements across the Avenue community by providing incentives for academic, behavioral, and attendance milestones, fostering motivation and growth. Through these efforts, we aim to bridge educational disparities and encourage lifelong learning, with a focus on supporting both students and teachers in Calloway-Smith Middle School, Florence Howard Elementary, and Pathway K-5.
Read MoreFuse Project is dedicated to supporting teachers in Avenue community schools by recognizing their hard work and commitment through various incentive programs. These efforts, including events like surprise duty-free lunches, back-to-school celebrations, and team-building outings, aim to boost teacher morale, improve retention, and enhance the overall school environment, ultimately leading to better student outcomes and a more cohesive school culture.
Read MoreFuse Project has received a $15,000 grant from The Community Foundation of South Alabama to support its ABC Program, which provides educational opportunities to children in Mobile's historic Avenue communities. This funding will enable Fuse Project to expand its programs, including the introduction of new clubs, extending the SPARK Summer Camp, and increasing the impact of their initiatives.
Read MoreTake a dive into the six-weeks of SPARK Summer Camp at Lily Baptist Church, where students engaged in a variety of STEAM and literacy activities themed around colors, nature, community helpers, and more. This year’s camp concluded with a celebration, emphasizing the campers' growth and learning while recognizing the support of volunteers and community members.
Read MoreFuse Project's partnership with Florence Howard Elementary School for the 2024 "Paradise of Learning" summer camp successfully addresses summer learning loss through engaging literacy and math activities, benefiting 103 students. By providing books, educational backpacks, and an exciting end-of-camp celebration, the program helps students stay academically engaged and prepared for the upcoming school year.
Read MoreTo close the Order of Fuse member year, we hosted a "Summer Sips" event at Grace on Dauphin celebrating the significant impact of their contributions to the ABC Program, which expanded Academic Support to three schools and greatly enhanced student and teacher engagement. The evening included a presentation of our achievements, a surprise rooftop toast, and the announcement of the 2024 grant allocation which will further sustain and enhance the program.
Read MoreFuse Project's Academic Support Program has seen a year of remarkable growth and positive impact in the Avenue community by providing teacher and student incentives at Calloway-Smith Middle School, Pathway K-5, and Florence Howard Elementary School. Through appreciation events and celebratory activities, the program has enhanced morale and recognized achievements, fostering a positive educational environment.
Read MoreFuse Project's recent Pizza Party at Calloway-Smith Middle School celebrated student achievements with personalized rewards, demonstrating the positive impact of incentives on academic performance. This event highlighted the importance of recognizing hard work and motivating students to strive for excellence.
Read MoreOrder of Fuse members celebrated spring with events like the annual Fat Fuse Day Mardi Gras celebration and impactful volunteer initiatives, such as the MLK Day of Service and Read Across America. Plus, Team OOF took home the LSB championship and made the event our best yet with their committee contributions.
Read MoreWe recently hosted a Nacho Party at Pathway K-5 to celebrate students' significant progress in their iReady and HMH Test scores. The event highlighted the success of incentives, demonstrating the transformative power of dedicated educational support and community involvement in fostering student growth.
Read MoreOur annual Light the Fuse campaign addresses challenges in the Avenue community through providing funding for initiatives such as our ABC Early Learning Program and SPARK Summer Camp. It also brings awareness to our mission through fundraising efforts like our most recent LTF partner events with PJ’s Coffee, Lush, Bay City Boot Camp, and Ginger and Spice.
Read MoreFuse Project recently concluded its first-ever summer camp, leaving behind a trail of delighted kids and enriched minds. The camp's primary goal was to combat summer learning loss and provide engaging hands-on STEAM learning experiences for students from K4 to Fifth Grade. Thirty eager learners dove into literacy, math, science, and art, creating unforgettable memories along the way.
Read MoreIn May of this year, Order of Fuse awarded another $25,000 grant to The Historic Avenue Foundation ABC Program to provide academic support to three schools in the Avenue community - Florence Howard Elementary, Calloway-Smith Middle, and Pathway K-5. This academic support will include funding for learning incentives, the continuation of school clubs (Linking Learning to Life Clubs), and teacher appreciation.
Read MoreWe are thrilled to welcome Laney Andrews to our team as the Program Director for the new ABC Program launching in The Avenue this fall!
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