The Ocean Springs Education Foundation is the only independent, non-profit organization dedicated to mobilizing community support for Ocean Springs public schools.

We are fundraisers and grant makers. We believe that all students deserve the best possible education and that teachers are our most valuable resource.

 

2023 Funded Grants

This year OSEF awarded 62 teacher grants, representing a total investment of $125,000 into the Ocean Springs School District. This teacher grant program is our primary vehicle for championing public education in Ocean Springs, and the funds raised by OSEF go directly back to the classroom through these grants.

Our review guidelines prioritize innovation, sustainability, and impact, and are meant for projects and ideas that both complement and exceed everyday classroom curriculum.

2023-24 OSEF Niolon Teacher of the Year
SHONDA BOURN

Congratulations to Shonda Bourn, our OSEF Niolon Teacher of the Year for 2023-25!

Nominated by a total of fourteen students, Mrs. Bourn was presented her award at the OSSD summer convocation.

Learn more about our OSEF named grants and special awards!

The latest from OSEF

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Established in 2012 in memory of the late Jan Niolon and her daughter Pieper, the OSEF Niolon Teacher of the Year award is presented annually to a teacher who has had a particular impact on a student’s life. This $3,000 grant may be used $2,500
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