Foundation awards grants to advance Hammond student success

HAMMOND | The Hammond Education Foundation recently awarded 13 Acorn Grants valued at $11,667 to School City of Hammond teachers to advance extraordinary learning that helps students succeed.

Restaurant hosting fundraiser to benefit Hammond students

HAMMOND | Johnel’s Restaurant of Hammond is hosting a Restaurant Night fundraiser to advance educational excellence within the School City of Hammond.

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Parents learn ways to help children read better

HAMMOND | In an effort to engage parents in their children's education, the Hammond Education Foundation is working with seven School City of Hammond elementary schools and the parents of young children to promote literacy.

Foundation receives grant to advance literacy through parental engagement

HAMMOND | Hammond Education Foundation has received a $15,000 grant from the Legacy Foundation to fund a new child literacy program triggered by parental engagement.

Grant helps boost Hammond elementary students literacy

HAMMOND | The Legacy Foundation has awarded the Hammond Education Foundation a $15,000 grant to fund a new child literacy program triggered by parental engagement.

Hammond graduates receive education foundation scholarships

HAMMOND | Twelve 2012 graduates of School City of Hammond high schools have received college scholarships for the 2012-13 academic year through the Hammond Education Foundation.

Cohen focuses on student learning

HAMMOND | During the past 25 years, universities have transformed the way students learn, a former Purdue University Calumet chancellor said Thursday.

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Hammond foundation awards $10,549 in grants to advance student success

HAMMOND | Hammond Education Foundation awarded 13 Acorn Grants valued at $10,549.34 this school year to School City of Hammond teachers to advance extraordinary learning that helps students succeed.

Grants enable teacher to take learning to new levels

HAMMOND | Cheryl Jones believes in going above and beyond for her students.

GUEST COMMENTARY: Effective learning is for young, old alike

I recently attended the Community Appreciation Celebration Program at Hammond's Lafayette Elementary School — the first such event hosted by the east Hammond grade school.

Hammond alumni and friends invited to meet-and-greet

HAMMOND | Graduates and friends of Hammond public schools are invited to attend the first event Tuesday of a new organization being established in support of Hammond schools.

Hammond grad, businessman credits teachers for his success

HAMMOND | A 1971 graduate of Hammond High School and standout athlete in high school and college, Roland Parrish credits his entrepreneurial success to the teachers in his life.

Where Are They Now?: Roland Parrish

Though he owns and operates 25 McDonald's restaurants in the Dallas area, Roland Parrish doesn't have a lot of time when he awakens to even smell the coffee, let alone have a cup or two.

Businessman, local alumnus to speak at Hammond event

HAMMOND | A businessman and former Hammond student-athlete is coming home to deliver the keynote address at the Hammond Education Foundation's annual dinner.