The St. Johns County Education Foundation Inc., which operates as INK! (Investing in Kids), has received a grant for $1,000 from VyStar Credit Union to help honor St. Johns County teachers.
Through this grant, VyStar supported INK!’s end of the school year appreciation event celebrating St. Johns County educators.
Recently hosted at the Tringali Barn at Heritage Farms in St. Augustine, teachers enjoyed an opportunity to relax and connect with fellow educators from across the county, celebrate the many accomplishments of the school year and brainstorm new ideas and classroom projects for the upcoming school year.
“During the last several years, we have seen unprecedented challenges in St. Johns County schools, from a global pandemic to rapid growth and an influx of new students along with teacher and staff shortages, yet our educators have remained dedicated and committed,” said Donna Lueders, INK! executive director. “Despite the challenges, our educators have continued to be a guiding light for our students. We wanted to show our appreciation for their dedication and resilience and for their continued efforts educating St. Johns County students.”
The funding received by INK! is part of a $50,000 VyStar grant to the Consortium of Florida Education Foundations to fund teacher appreciation and support activities by local education foundations for thousands of teachers throughout their 49-county Florida footprint.
“At VyStar Credit Union, we are proud to work alongside teachers across many Florida communities through our High School Branch Program, and we are deeply appreciative of all their hard work in support of their students,” said Patricia McElroy, SVP and president, VyStar Community Foundation. “Today’s students will go on to become tomorrow’s leaders, and that’s because they have teachers who are dedicated to helping them reach their full potential. By supporting this wonderful celebration, VyStar recognizes and lifts up educators across the state and thanks them for guiding their students every day.”
