A champion for local public education, OSEF provides funding to support students and teachers.
TEACHERS: The 2024 OSEF Grant is now LIVE! Get those applications in!
Make a donation to help the Ocean Springs Education Foundation fund innovation in Ocean Springs public schools all year long! Your generosity will go directly to the classroom through our unique teacher grant process. All donations are tax deductible.
The Ocean Springs Education Foundation is the only independent, non-profit organization dedicated to mobilizing community support for Ocean Springs public schools.
We are fundraisers and grant makers. We believe that all students deserve the best possible education and that teachers are our most valuable resource.
2023 Funded Grants
This year OSEF awarded 52 teacher grants, representing a total investment of $86,416 in the Ocean Springs School District. Our review guidelines prioritize innovation, sustainability, and impact, focusing on projects and ideas that both complement and exceed everyday classroom curriculum.
2023-24 OSEF Niolon Teacher of the Year
SHONDA BOURN
Congratulations to Shonda Bourn, our OSEF Niolon Teacher of the Year for 2023-25!
Nominated by a total of fourteen students, Mrs. Bourn was presented her award at the OSSD summer convocation.
Learn more about our OSEF named grants and special awards!
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