2016 Snapdragon Book Foundation Application

Please complete the application below. We strongly suggest that you carefully read
the FAQ on the website before beginning your application. All applications must be
received by Friday, April 15, 2016. We recommend that you compose all openresponse answers in a separate document, and then cut/paste to complete the
application. After submitting the form, you will receive a confirmation email (at the
address listed in your application) and be redirected to the website. Your
confirmation email will include a copy of the application you have submitted. Please
keep your copy of your application for your records.
Please make sure all information below refers to the individual primarily responsible
for this application. We will use this information to contact you.
School Name *
Saddle Ridge Elementary/Middle
First Name *
Beth
Last Name *
Mashburn
Title/Position *
Media Specialist
Email Address *
Bm05289@georgiasouthern.edu
Confirm Email Address *
Bm05289@georgiasouthern.edu
Alternate email address (for notifying winners during the summer!)
Bmash05@comcast.net
School Mailing Address *
Street Address
9858 North Hwy 27
City
Rock Spring
State / Province / Region
GA
Postal / Zip Code

30739
Country
USA
State (please only use capital letters) *
GA
Maximum Allowed: 2 characters.

Currently Used: 0 characters.

Phone Number *
706-375-1219
School Website Address
Sre.walkerschools.org
The Students
Please describe the student population served by your school. *
Saddle Ridge Elementary/Middle School is located in Rock Spring, Georgia
in rural Walker County. It is a Title I school that serves approximately 500
students in grades Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade. It is the newest
school in Walker County and is currently in its third year of operation.
Approximately 62% of students qualify for free and reduced lunch. The
student body is 91% white, 4% two or more races, 2.9% African American,
and 2.1% Hispanic.
Does your school receive Title I funding? *
Yes
What percent of your students are eligible for free or reduced meals? *
51-75%
Average Attendance *
90-100% of students come to school each day
Current Library Status *
Dedicated Library Space With Automation
The Project
Description of project related to the mission of the foundation. Please note: projects
that include significant technology are not likely to be funded unless they express a
strong connection to the mission of the organization. For a description of previously
funded projects please see the website: www.snapdragonbookfoundation.org.

Title of Project *
Fill the Shelves with Guided Reading Sets
Description of Project *
Because our school is only in its third year of operation, our library is
suffering with few books. We are trying to develop our collection with
books that will be beneficial to students and teachers. One area in which
our students at Saddle Ridge struggle is reading. We know that guided
reading is very beneficial to students to help increase their reading
fluency. We want to have a well-stocked guided reading library for our
teachers to be able to use to conduct their guided reading groups. We
feel that if students have a variety of books to read during guided
reading, they will be interested and increase their reading fluency. These
guided reading texts that we have chosen will help expand language
knowledge, vocabulary, and disciplinary knowledge. Guided reading
allows for thinking, discussing and deepening comprehension.

The Cost
Please provide the amount requested as well as a description of how the funds will
be spent. You may attached a detailed title list if applicable, but it's not required at
this point. If awarded, confirmation that funds were spent according to the project
outline will be required. Projects ranging from $500 to $20,000 have been funded in
the past.
Total Amount Requested *
$15,940.00
Description of how funds will be spent *
Funds will be spent to buy guided reading sets for grades 1, 2, and 3. We
have chosen 3 sets from Heinemann - Fountas and Pinnell Grade 1
Collection, Grade 2 Collection, and Grade 3 Collection. These collections
are sets of books for levels A-Q. There are a total of 520 titles in sets of 6
books each.

The Story
We want to know your school and students through this part of the application.
Please tell us here why you believe in this project and its impact on your students
and school.
A compelling tale of your students and this project. *
Through analysis of test scores, we have discovered that our students
need help with reading. It has been shown that when students participate

in small group guided reading, they get the differentiation that they need
to accelerate their reading level. In these small groups, teachers can see
what each student is struggling with and develop a plan to increase their
reading fluency. These guided reading texts that we have chosen will help
expand language knowledge, vocabulary, and disciplinary knowledge.
Guided reading allows for thinking, discussing and deepening
comprehension. By stocking the media center shelves with a guided
reading library, teachers will have plenty of resources for their guided
reading instruction, and therefore will be able to help students increase
their reading levels.
The Proof
A letter from the IRS designating the school as a tax exempt 501 (c) (3) non-profit.
In certain cases, the IRS will issue an exemption to a larger organization of which
the school is a part (i.e. district). The organizational exemption and a photo copy of
the school's name within the organization's member directory will suffice. Similarly,
a website that shows the school to be part of a larger public school district will also
suffice.
Please note: Do not attach a state (sales) tax exemption form.
Attach a File *
Choose File
How did you hear about The Snapdragon Book Foundation? *
Grant-finder website
Have you applied for a Snapdragon Book Foundation grant in the past? *
No
Have you received funding from the Snapdragon Book Foundation in the past? *
No
Would you like to receive our e-newsletter a few times a year? It includes
notification of winners, highlights from schools who received grants, and foundation
updates. (Also, we won't ever send spam and you can unsubscribe easily and at any
time). *
Yes please!
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