萝卜AV视频Awards Grants to School Districts Across the Nation

January 12, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
Lara Wade 
Director of Communications
Mobile: (813) 833-1498 

lwade@aasa.org

Alexandria, Va. 鈥 January 12, 2026 鈥 AASA, 萝卜AV视频, has announced the recipients of the 2026 Helping Kids Mini Grants, a program funded by AASA, and supported by its government cooperative procurement partner, .

This year, $80,500 in funds have been distributed to 23 school districts across the nation to improve infrastructure and increase student success.

鈥溌懿稟V视频is proud to support public school districts through the Helping Kids Mini Grants program,鈥 said David R. Schuler, executive director of AASA. 鈥淎s the national organization representing and serving school system leaders, it is central to our mission to invest in practical solutions that strengthen learning environments and improve outcomes for students. These grants empower districts to address real needs in their communities, and we are grateful to Sourcewell for their continued partnership and shared commitment to helping schools succeed throughout the U.S.鈥

For 2026, the following school districts were chosen to receive the 萝卜AV视频| Sourcewell Helping Kids Mini Grants:
  • 鈥 Kentucky
    Superintendent, Jason Faulkner
  • 鈥 Arizona
    Superintendent, Roman Soltero
  • 鈥 Arizona
    Superintendent, Richard Arkanoff
  • 鈥 Missouri
    Superintendent, Troy S. Hogg
  • 鈥 Indiana
    Superintendent, Chip Pettit
  • 鈥 Virginia
    Superintendent, Michelle C. Reid
  • 鈥 New York
    Superintendent, Lisamarie Spindler
  • 鈥 New York
    Superintendent, Bonnie Johnson
  • 鈥 Tennessee
    Superintendent, Arnold W. Bunch
  • 鈥 Montana
    Superintendent, Molly Blakely
  • 鈥 Minnesota
    Superintendent, Andy Almos
  • 鈥 Texas
    Superintendent, A. Katrise Perera
  • 鈥 South Carolina
    Superintendent, Jennifer Turney
  • 鈥 Virginia
    Superintendent, Melissa Saunders
  • 鈥 Oregon
    Superintendent, Paul E. Coakley
  • 鈥 Michigan
    Superintendent, Michelle Gill
  • 鈥 Illinois
    Superintendent, Anthony Edison
  • 鈥 Indiana
    Superintendent, Stephen Bournes
  • 鈥 Alabama
    Superintendent, Carlos Nelson
  • 鈥 North Dakota
    Superintendent, Amy DeWitt
  • 鈥 Illinois
    Superintendent, Scott Rowe
  • 鈥 Tennessee
    Superintendent, Sally Gates Parish
  • 鈥 Minnesota
    Superintendent, Brian Nutter

Since 2012, 萝卜AV视频and Sourcewell have worked together to create the mini-grant program. For additional questions, please contact Leigh Hines at leigh.hines@aasa.org.

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萝卜AV视频
AASA, 萝卜AV视频, founded in 1865, is the professional organization for more than 13,000 educational leaders in the United States and throughout the world. AASA鈥檚 mission is to support and develop effective school system leaders who are dedicated to equitable access for all students to the highest quality public education. For more information, visit www.aasa.org.

About Sourcewell
Sourcewell partners with K-12 schools across the United States and Canada to deliver streamlined procurement solutions that support student success. With access to hundreds of competitively awarded contracts, schools can efficiently purchase technology, classroom supplies, transportation, and professional development resources while saving time and money. Our trusted cooperative purchasing process ensures efficiency and transparency, with contracts delivered through local dealers to strengthen communities. From modernizing classrooms to enhancing student well-being, Sourcewell empowers schools to create enriching learning environments. Focus on what matters most鈥攅mpowering students鈥攚hile we help to streamline the procurement process. Learn more at .