Warrington Elks Lodge #2108 supported the installation of a multiplication table grid on the patio area of Bellview Elementary School’s multiuse physical education building. Students’ scores on standardized tests dipped significantly in 2021 with the sharpest decline in math scores. The math grid will be used by all students at Bellview Elementary School — pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. It will serve as an engaging tool to increase familiarity and fluency in mathematics. This project was funded by the 2021-2022 Elks National Foundation Gratitude Grant and a portion of the 2022-2023 Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant. The remainder of the Beacon Grant plus an additional $1,000 from local fundraisers will be used to fund a similar project at a second local elementary school. Bellview very much appreciated this gift and uses it regularly.
Pictured are Rick Wright, PER, lodge grant coordinator, with the sign noting the gift from Warrington Elks Lodge at the school, and the multiplication table sidewalk graphics.