$3M+
Invested in District 34
350+
Innovative Grants Funded
8
District 34 Schools
Thousands
Students Impacted
We Invest In Possibility
Educators Imagine
Innovative thought leaders dream up new ways to inspire learning.
GEF Invests
Community Support helps bring those ideas to life.
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Students Thrive
Hands-on learning elevates unforgettable educational experiences.
FEATURED STORY
EVERY CHILD CAN RIDE
For many kids, learning to ride a bike is a childhood milestone. But not every child has access to a bike—or the opportunity and confidence to learn.
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That’s the idea behind Every Child Can Ride, a GEF-funded program that brought 50 bikes and additional training equipment into District 34 schools, giving young students the chance to learn bike safety, balance, steering and braking as part of their school day. Along the way, they’re learning something even bigger: persistence, independence and the confidence that comes when something that once felt impossible suddenly clicks.
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For teacher Julie Hock, the impact has been unforgettable. “This bike program has been the highlight of my career. Teaching over 25 years... this is what I will take as my memory of being a teacher.”
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Families are seeing that impact extend far beyond school, too. One parent shared that after refusing to ride for two years, her child came home “in LOVE with her bike,” opening the door to a summer of family bike rides together.
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It’s more than learning to ride. It’s confidence, independence, healthy habits—and a skill students can carry with them for life.
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That’s what a GEF grant can do.
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GRANT SPOTLIGHT
StarLab
GEF's StarLab turns science education into an unforgettable adventure by giving students access to an immersive portable planetarium right inside their school. It's an innovative learning experience that inspires curiosity, encourages exploration, and helps students see STEM through an entirely new lens.
Middle School Broadcasting
By bringing professional broadcasting technology into the classroom, this grant creates innovative, real-world learning opportunities for middle school students. From live production to post-production editing, students gain hands-on experience while exploring future pathways in STEM, media, and the arts.
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Hydroponic Urban Farming
GEF's hydroponic farm gives students the opportunity to grow hundreds of pounds of fresh produce each year while exploring biology, environmental science, and innovation firsthand. Their harvest supports school initiatives and helps provide healthy food to families in the community, turning classroom learning into meaningful action.
Ways To Help
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Trivia Night
It's more than just trivia...
...it's one of Glenview's favorite nights of the year. Join hundreds of community members for a sold-out evening of themed costumes, friendly competition, great prizes, and unforgettable fun, all while helping expand what's possible for every D34 student.
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