萝卜AV视频Awards Grants to School Districts Across the Nation
January 12, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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 .