Grant Recipients
2022–2023
Your donations are used to consistently fund dozens of grants each year. These grants support a range of programs across the entire Tam campus.
SCHOOLWIDE
After-School Librarian
Provides students with a safe and quiet place to study after school
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Classroom Supplies
Additional funds for teachers to use towards classroom supplies
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LINK Crew
Leadership training for juniors and seniors to help new students adjust
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Field Trips
Ensures all students can attend and participate
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Unity Days
Fun events and food to foster an inclusive climate and culture on campus
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Graduation
Additional funding to support all Tam High graduates
EQUITY
WISE Mentoring
Juniors and seniors are trained to mentor freshmen and sophomores during tutorial
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​​Bridge the Gap
After-school tutoring for students in need
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​​Young Scholars Academy
Building leadership, self-regulation, awareness, and advocacy skills in Tam High's young men of color
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Leadership Equity
Provides all students the opportunity to own a Tam High spirit pack, which includes a yearbook
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Race Work Seminars
Students discuss and develop racial literacy and build leadership skills to disrupt systemic racism
wellness
Wellness Center
Provide funding and additional staff to keep center open five days a week during school hours
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Fresh Fruit & Supplies
Students have access to fresh fruit, sanitary supplies, and resources
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Mindfulness Training
An eight-week workshop to strengthen self-awareness, presence, and compassion
ENGLISH
Poetry Workshop
Professional poets guide 10th graders and AP students through writing exercises
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Theatre Field Trip
Every 11th-grader attends a matinee performance at the Marin Theatre Company (MTC)
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Shakespeare
Guest actors from MTC lead a series of hands-on interactive experiences for students
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Newsroom Revamp
Created a collaborative news room environment for journalism students
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Change Makers (New)
A speaker series and collaborative youth philanthropy project
science & engineering
Woodshop Router Table
Additional tools for students in engineering and architecture classes
Drawing Tablets
Supplies that allow students to sketch, plan, and build hands-on projects
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Graphing Calculators
Ensures all math students have access to the tools and supplies they need
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Underwater ROVs &
Fish Aquarium
Remote-operated vehicles to help students explore marine environments. Fish and supplies for student-maintained aquariums
visual & performing arts
Professional Guest Artists & Workshops
Working artists from around the world who teach unique techniques to students in drama, art, and music classes
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Live Figure Models
This time-honored tradition allows students to study the human form
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Photography
Digital cameras for students to use for assignments
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Caldwell Theatre Lights
Long-lasting LED lights are used by students learning about lighting and production
AIM
Camera Kits
These replace outdated equipment and are used to make documentary films by upwards of 400 students in the Academy of Integrated Humanities and New Media (AIM.)
campus improvements
Collaboration Corner
Furniture and group workspaces for students working in the library
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Outdoor Recycling Centers Additional compost bins to further divert trash away from landfills
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Staff Lounge Refresh
Part 2
Upgrades include the addition of collaboration tables, independent work booths, lounge area, and wall to separate bathroom entrance