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CSI Foundation Mini-Grants Awarded

Total Foundation Mini Grants Awarded 10/1996 - 04/2019: $573,924

December 2018 Awards

$25,557.52

Shelley McEuen, Samra Culum
Rock Creek Institute Funding
Janna Hamlett
Purchase televisions and program bulletin boards for ATIC
Bryan Wittine
Purchase of vehicle scanners
Ansina Durham, Jan Simpkin, Randy Smith
Purchase of bird feeder and bird seed
Sarah Harris
Sustainability Council
Creation of a pollinator garden
Eli Bowles
Renewable Energy Systems Technology program and Trades and Industry Department Enviro Tech truck face lift
Scott Farkas
Music Festival Guest Artists
Jacqlyn King
Furniture and Equipment Purchase for Room redesign
Steven Korecki
Purchase and install Reverse Osmosis water system
Adam Valentiner
Purchase of Additional Video and Audio production equipment for Digital Media students

April 2019 Awards

$19,150.95

Dave Horalek
Expansion of Board Game Collection in CSI Library
Rick Parker
Purchase sink, water heater and drain for Food Systems Science Class
Andy Orr
Purchase of classroom textbooks for Speech and Debate
Melissa Shabi
Keynote speaker expenses for ECE Annual Conference
Jacqlyn King
Expand Learning & Tutoring center redesign
Andrew Bumstead
Purchase anatomical models for Biology classes
Jamie Reid
Purchase defense tactics training suit for Police Training
Rosa Davila
Purchase of pipettes for Chemistry Lab

April 2018 Awards

$17,083.91

Lynn Irons
Software and Hardware for Instruction enhancement
Dave Horalek
Purchase of Games for Library
Jamie Bridges
Fence Purchase to expand ECE outdoor learning space
Ben Hamlett
Purchase of 3D Printers and Kits
Janna Verburg-Hamlett
Purchase a Juice Making Machine
Cindy Jones
Purchase equipment and Material for Community Refugee Dance Project
Clay Wilkie
Purchase Welding Reference Library
Ben Hamlett, Mike LaPray, Janna Verburg-Hamlett
Purchase a gummy creature making machine

January 2018 Awards

$18,056.76

Jonathan Lord
Mountain Bike Purchase for Outdoor Rec
Robin Bagent
Purchase of 360 degree camera and related accessories
Jamie Bridges
Outdoor pergola purchase
Andy Orr
Procurement of teleconference and portable computing equipment
Cynthia Seaman
Dentel Hygiene Community service/education program supplies
Jodie Bridges
Outdoor area for CSI Kindergarten Lab
Eli Bowles
Purchase of updated harness and worl position lanyards

May 2017 Awards

$23,209.00

Jamie Bridges
Keynote speaker for Childhood Education Conference
Scott Farkas
Commission music for percussion ensemble
Brian Gergens
Devices for technology security education
Jason Lewis
Tablets
Patty McFarling
Nature based Preschool National Conference
Kirk Mittelman
Simulated EKG Monitor/Defibrillator
Jennifer Patterson
Classroom Cameras
Amy Thomas, Keith Quatraro
Adjustable standing desks

November 2016 Awards

$14,187.00

Rosey Alberdi
Furniture
Julie Heithecker
Microsoft Surface Book
Patty McFarling
Family resource materials
Jennifer Patterson
Outdoor Musical Instruments
Bryan Wittine
Tablets

May 2016 Awards

$24,411.00

Rosey Alberdi
New Furniture
Robin Bagent
Interdepartmental development of QR Code signage on campus
Jamie Bridges
Keynote speaker 
Jodie Bridges
Storage for outdoor equipment
Ansina Durham
Adjustable height computer station
Jennifer Patterson
Outdoor materials
Jody Rockett
Books and study materials
Kelsey Skinner
Climbing structure
RD Van Noy
Video conferencing software

November 2014 Awards

$18,254.00

Brian Gergens
Video Training
Janna Hamlett
Water activity meter
Megan Jacobson
Equipment for column chromatography 
Jim Kellis
GoPro Cameras, TVs, and associated equipment
Jonathan Lord
Mountain bikes and safety gear
Sara Tate
Materials to promote student interaction
RD Van Noy
Digital whiteboard
Shawn Willsey
GigaPan camera and accessories

April 2014 Awards

$31,984.00

Chani Christensen
Microphone, microscope, camera, and Smart TV for Vet Tech Clinic
Carrie Espasandin
Display for captive observation of aquatic and terrestrial specimens
Scott Farkas
Commission of a new piece of music utilizing newly-acquired glockenspiel
Don Hall
Ballistic body armor vests for Law Enforcement program
Ben Hamlett
Tablets and cases for classroom use in manufacturing tech program
Lynn Irons
Development of a Remedial Open Online Course to provide students with a learning path to advance their math readiness level
Jonathan Lord
Equipment for Outdoor Recreation program
Kara Mahannah
Simulation injection pads and phlebotomy arms for medical assistant program
Aubrie McArthur
Outdoor playground equipment for CSI Toddler Lab
Barry Pate
Development of online AG Management course
Jennifer Patterson
Keynote Speaker for Snake River Association for the Education of Young Children conference
Tiffany Seeley Case
Streaming rights for digital communication films
Tiffany Seeley Case
Cases for iPads used in communication classes
Jay Sneddon
Registration for collaboration of CSI and high school students to participate in FIRST Robotics competition
RD Van Noy
Recorded video lectures for Information Technology program

November 2013 Awards

$13,433.00

Ayers, Slagel, Seeley-Case, Sneddon, Wasden
Assistance lab for Business and Communication students
Elaine Bryant
Teaching materials for Spanish language instruction in North Side service area
Dave Horalek
Board games for colection at CSI Library
Ben Hamlett
Materials to build robotic arm for can crusher
Jonathan Lord
Storage trailer for recreation program equipment
RD Van Noy
Network attached data storage unit for server equipment
Shawn Willsey
Climbing ropes for rock climbing classes

April 2013 Awards

$13,236.00

Don Hall
Ballistic body armor vests for Law Enforcement program
Tamara Janak
ASL training and mentoring
Jonathan Lord
Equipment for outdoor recreation program
Jennifer Patterson
Keynote speaker and supplies for the Snake River Association for the Education of Young Children Conference
RD Van Noy
Digital signage for Canyon building
Jim Woods
Gear for intermediate kayaking and white water safety class

November 2012 Awards

$12,842.00

Tonja Bowcut
Costumes for dental education skits at elementary schools
Ben Hamlett
Heat treatment oven to develop hands-on lessons in metallurgy
Maleah Huggins
Lab Quest 2 interface units and temperature probes for more accurate/precise experimental data 
Jonathan Lord
Equipment for new outdoor program
Carrie Nutsch
Purchase of Central Sterile Processing teaching DVD's for the new class in surgical program
Chris Bragg, John Hughes, Brett Reid
Digital display frames for Hepworth Building

April 2012 Awards

$13,456.00

Kyle Brown
Centrifuge to clean pressed seed oil for conversion to usable biodiesel fuel
Kristy Buffington
ASL training and mentoring
Don Hall
Electronic hearing protection for law enforcement program
Jud Harmon
training for certification in theatrical rigging technique and safety inspection
Jonathan Lord
Equipment for outdoor recreation program
Jody Rockett
Mobile mini reference library for vet tech students
Jan Simpkin
iPad3 and applications to eliminate use of paper in environmental science course

November 2011 Awards

Don Hall
Uniform holsters and magazine pouches for Law Enforcement Program
Cindy Harding
Funds for students to attend and present research at the national Dental Hygienist Conference
Randy Smith, Jan Simpkin
Feeding platform, nest cams, and binoculars to allow students to engage in process of nature
Valerie Warner
Materials, supplies and breakout speakers for the Idaho Nurse Educator Conference
Shawn Willsey
Climbing protection gear
Jim Woods
Human skeletal remains identification kit for Social Science lab

April 2011 Awards

$16,637.00

Chris Anderson
Modification of light fixtures near Herrett observatory
Hillary Elmore
Improvement and expansion of study spaces at Blaine County Center
Don Hall
Monitoring systems for Law Enforcement classrooms
Jon Hardesty
Wire-feed welding system
Julie Heithhecker
Funds to attend Blackboard World Conference
Gordy Kokx
Upgrades to the CSI Paramedic program ambulance
CIndy Seaman
Laseer fluorescence device for dental caries detection
Shawn Willsey
Replacement of climbing shoes for Outdoor Program classes

April 2010 Awards

$2,500.00

Camille Barigar
Promotional video for CSI Dance Camp
Evin Fox
Guest speaker for Snake River Association for the Education of Young Children conference
Jon Hardesty
Miller suitcase welder and filler wire
Gary Lauer
Post-certification mammography training program
Jim Massie
Stair chair for moving patients
Teresa Sept
High Definition video camera
Brandi Turnipseed
Tuition to attend CRD leadership training
Shawn Willsey
Climbing equipment

December 2009 Awards

$7,650.00

Tonya Bowcut
Teaching aids to enhance dental hygiene presentations
Mary Christy, Rita Ruhter
Northwest Human Services Conference- facilities/fees/supplies
Judy Hansen
Writing Rendezvous - collaboration of CSI and high school faculty for college prep in writing
Brett Reid
Collapsible Batons - Law Enforcement training
Randy Smith, Sarah Harris
Collapsible Batons- Law Enforcement training

April 2009 Awards

$11,883.00

Izabella Bagdasarova
Equipment for production of video/ multimedia to promote CSI programs and services
Steve Birnie
Technology to videotape student practices/performances
Gordy Kokx
Upgrade of ambulance for training purposes
Tracey Meyerhoeffer
Development of online universal design course
Jette Morache
Maps for classroom walls in Shields building
Brett Reid
Metal signs for law enforcement training exercises

November 2008 Awards

$17,975.00

Cindy Biberos
Workshops for faculty, staff, and students of Early Childhood Education
George Halsell, Mark Daily
Musical instrument (theremin) for music appreciation and physics classes
Lynn Irons
Technology for at risk students to encourage persistence and retention in courses
Janet Milligan
Endoscopic equipment for surgical technology programs
Brett Reid
Safety cones for emergency vehicle operation training
Tiffany Seeley Case
Hardware to improve ability to teach online course
Jan Simpkin
Electronic equipment to develop "paperless" course
Shawn Willsey
Brunton transit compasses for lab exercises and field trips
Kate Woods
Software rights to provide virtual interview preparation for students

April 2008 Awards

$25,330.00

Jenny Davidson
Framing materials for student and community art displays
Teri Fattig
Technology to preserve historical information about CSI and Magic Valley area
Jim Massie
Jump kits for EMT students
Tracey Meyerheoffer
Classroom Management Training
Janet Milligan
Patient monitor
Dawnette Reis
Sign language exchange program
Karen Roberts
Time and Attendance program
David Rodriquez
Vehicle communication interface
Rita Ruhter
Student attendance at Regional Human Services Conference
Janice Simpkin
Promoting of sustainability/green campus
Randy Smith
GPS Monitors
Jaime Tigue
Playground Pack for kids fitness and wellness camp

April 2007 Awards

$20,970.00

Jenny Davidson
Development of Sun Valley Summer Spanish Institute  - Blaine Center
Rosa Davila
Materials to be used during “Foundations of Science” course for elementary school teachers and for the annual Science Camp.
Rosemary Fornshell
Membership in The College Consortium for International Studies and travel expenses to attend seminars
Evin Fox
Production of “Active Parenting” classes
George Halsell
Purchase license for and DVDs of video series of Exploring the World of Music
Julie Heithecker
Camcorder and digital camera for portfolio development and enhanced learning and employment opportunities for Autobody and Photoshop students.
Mary Hopkins
Musical instruments and music to expose children to various types of musical instruments and sounds
Mary Hopkins, Bryan Matsuoka
Webcam and computers/software for observation in early childhood classroom.
Dayle Ohlau
Video recording equipment for Blaine County Center to enhance instructional practices in oral communication and document special events and programs
Brett Reid
Equipment to provide clear, audible communication from instructor(s) during gun handling training in a range setting

November 2007 Awards

$12,801.00

Brett Reid
Collapsible batons for student training
Evin Fox
Production of 'Active Parenting' Classes
Julie Heithecker
Webcams and iPod Touches for communication with students
Barry Pate
Biotechnology equipment
Russ Tremayne
Registration fees for civil liberties symposium
Alice Anderson
Training for early childhood caregivers

November 2006 Awards

$8,399.00

Evin Fox
Series of community enrichment presentations by photographer/artist, Al Weber
Amy Doetsch
Reagents and related equipment to use with an externally funded microscope to increase understanding of cellular structure and function
Julie Heithecker INFT, Allied Health, Human Services
Hardware and software to enhance development and delivery of course content
Gabe Kleinkopf, Ann Flannery
Software and equipment for students with disabilities to increase use and awareness of assistive technology
Brett Reid
Digital cameras for crime scene photography

March 2006 Awards

$15,347.00

Evin Fox
Funds for speaker fee and transportation to attend a collaborative “parent night” with preschools in the Boise area
Jennifer Hall
Production of marketing materials to increase the number of GED graduates that transition to CSI
Dennis Heiner
Funds to attend NASBITE international business conference re: Global Business Professionals Certification and DOE Title 6-B grant awards
Sylvia Jensen, Jim Tarter
Specimens and disposable gloves for summer Science Camp classes
Kody Ketterling
Computer equipment for students to self-register at recruitment events
Jim Knight
Promotional efforts and advertising for the CSI Benefit Draft Horse Show
Julia Rietdorf
Jumps and riding helmets for Equestrian Team class
Kathy Stover
Stipends for faculty to develop internet lessons and course materials for mathematics courses that are required for elementary teachers
Bart Wilson
Horseshoeing tools for students to use in class

November 2005 Awards

$7,166.00

Clark Draney
Equipment for development of online courses
Tiffany Eden
Scholarships for Early Childhood Education Program students to attend workshops on the latest developments and changes in ECE program assessment
Gordy Kokx
Subscription to continuing education program for students
Gordy Kokx, Julie Heithecker
Purchase and implementation of handheld computer devices for paramedic students
Shannon Palmer Stowe, Ann Flannery
Software and equipment to increase use and awareness of assistive technology
Kate Powell, Safety Commitee
Printing of safety pamphlet
Brett Reid
Camera for crime scene photography
Shawn Willsey
Fractured-rock groundwater simulator for physical science instruction

February 2005 Awards

$18,698

Brett Reid
Equipment to enhance Law Enforcement program
Sarah Harris, Kathy Pullman
Scholarships to help students participate in biologyfield trip to Belize
Shannon Palmer, Ann Flannery
Assistive technology devices to increase student awareness of hands-on exposure to and application of assistive technology which can be used to enhance studies
Kathy Clark, Don Schultz
Improve quality of students' experiences with high quality digital cameras with adapters for microscopes and spotting scope
Jayson Lloyd
Clay models for teaching human anatomy - replacing cat dissection.
Mark Brown
Publish literary journal of student's fiction, poetry, creative non-fiction and essays.
Karen Atwood, Teresa Sept
Equipment to improve audio quality in student projects
David Rodriguez
Diagnostic equipment for training students  to meet industry needs
Jay Sneddon
Kiosk for Student Union to provide specialized registration/financial aid tasks.
Shawn Willsey
Interdepartmental instruction for Belize biology field trip

February 2004 Awards

$10,409

Brett Reid
Self defense equipment (training shields) to provide realistic practice/use of force training for law enforcement students
Dan Daggett
Upgrade CSI web server and Blackboard server
Ken Bingham
Augment audio recording equipment to increase flexibility and improve quality of student projects in literature classes
Julie Ricks-Doneen
Expand early childhood learning materials to area educators on a check-out system
Melissa Joelson
Production of video to explain and demonstrate program policies and procedures to ABE/ESL instructors and intake aids
Julie Heithecker
Accommodations to attend ACM conference
Sarah Harris, Jan Simpkin
Create handbook, purchase materials to develop a summer course to help educators and education students better understand ecological principles and our local environment

October 2003 Awards

$10,383.00

Kimberly Jones
College Composition and Communication National Conference – ADC & English Dept
Joyce Moore, Sylvia Jensen
Early Planning for College for 6th graders – Financial Aid & Community Ed
Russ Tremayne
Series of historical tours tied to TF Centennial – CSI Social Sciences & Community Ed
Jim Wilson
Irrigation system and weed control equipment for community garden on Breckenridge Ag Endowment Farm – Ag Dept
Karen Atwood
Technology for development of promotional CDs – Multimedia Production class

February 2003 Awards

$12,996.00

Jim Tarter, Sylvia Jensen
Science Camp 2003
Mark Sugden, Fran Golding, Kim Kvale
Human anatomy model on campus
Mark Sugden, Fran Golding, Kim Kvale
Outreach Centers Human Skeleton Models
Jason Rose
Production & Playback Equipment Shields Building
Camille Barigar
Arts on Tour
Tama Bolton
National Academic Advising Association (NACADA) membership
Shelley Brulotte, John Hughes
Student-Centered Video/DVD Production
Tracey Meyerhoffer
Paraeducator Training & Career Pathways Center

November 2002 Awards

$11,424.00

Edit Szanto
Laptop for mobile computing
Izabella Bagdasarova
Software Licenses for CD burners and Altiris Visiion licenses
Joseph (Jody) Hawkins, Kalr Kleinkopf
Intro Rock Climbing equipment
Jason Rose
Multimedia display equipment for Shields building 
Jan Simpkin, Randy Smith
Groundwater Simulation models
Kathy Stover
TI-Presenter

February 2002 Awards

$13,270.00

Sarah Harris
Vernier DO Probes
Rick Greenwald
DVD equipment for Herrett Center
James Wilson
Handheld PC's
Edit Szanto
Camera, Accessories, and Software
Sarah Harris, Kathy Pullman
Costa Rica experience for students
Izabella Bagdasarova
Photoshop 6, Dreamweaver 4

October 2001 Awards

Revis Turner
Non Traditional Occupation Incentive Award Program for Academic Students
Beverly Young
Jobs for America's Graduates
Dan Scrimpsher
Request for funding for Brian Share Technology conference
Julie Doneen, Raquel Arenz
Developing a Bilingual and Multicultural Program for Teachers and Children
Carole Cox, James Tarter
Spectrophotometer for the Chemistry Lab at Mini-Cassia Center
Jason Rose
Implementing National Standards in the Math Department
Kathy Stover
TI-83 Plus overhead viewscreen
Jolene Price
Preparing Students for the GED 2002, College and a Career

June 2001 Awards

$1,000.00

CSI Safety Committee, Barbara Knudsen
CSI Safety training

April 2001 Awards

$745.00

Sandra Bosteder, Ron Shopbell
Bridging the Chasm Between Rural Deprivation and Global Opportunity

February 2001 Awards

$4,350.00

Judy Thorn
Laptop computer Taylor meeting areas
Chris Bragg, Tiffany Seeley-Case
Study of the Need for & Feasibility of Attracting More Highly Able Students to CSI
Ross Spackman
Repair of a visual aid for on-campus instruction
Jody Rockett
Nine Lives won't go far without CPR
Nancy Jonsson-Byler, Fran Golding
Field Studies in Biology & Geology of the Colorado Plateau

October 2000 Awards

$5,707.00

David Yopp
Mathematics Technology
Kim Prestwich, Rosemary Fornshell, Fran Golding, Edit Szanto
CSI's Teaching & Learning Center: Enhancing Instruction & Services to Students
Jamie Walton
Web Design & Adobe Photoshop Conferences
Rita J. Miller
Mosby's Faculty Development Institute
Julie Heithecker
Digital Disseminatnion of Conference/Meeting information
Dan Scrimpsher
Citrix Server Administration Course

April 2000 Awards

$5,463.00

Laurie MacKay
Video Training Library
Jody Vargas
The Color of Fear
Jim Palmer
The Human Service Program: Strengthening Program Course Delivery/Content and Contributing to Health Sciences/Human Services Departmental Collaborative Efforts in Teaching Helping Relationship Skills
Michelle Nielson
Leadership Training: Helping to Build a Bridge of Resources Between the CSI Refugee Service Center and the Magic Valley Community
Gena Anderson
Project Golden Eagle: Promoting Awareness & Success
Cathy Holston
Decreasing Remedial Coursework Taken by Incoming Tech Prep Students

February 2000 Awards

$4,895.00

Russ Hepworth
Research & Enhancements for Art Faculty; New Technology in Art & Herrett Art Exhibitions
Gary Baum
Computer Training Seminars
Dan Scrimpsher
Computer Training Seminar
Bob Moulson
Computer Training Seminar 
Sharon Dohse, Lynda Brady
File Maker Pro Training

October 1999 Awards

$6,827.00

Robert Lowder
Farm business management classroom & Distance Learning Conference
Edit Szanto
Improving Quality of Technology Education
Blaine County Outreach Center
Photography Slides & Videos 
Brian Bennet
Cold Fusion CD
Chris Anderson
Herrett Center Kiosk for Space Discoveries
Char Hagemann
Expanding funding Oppurtunities for CSI
Tamera Horejs, Darcy Thornborrow
Recruiting and Recognition of Herrett Volunteers
Nancy Jonsson
GEO Science Conference

April 1999 Awards

$3,000.00

Kimberly King
Work Keys
Kathy Clark, Sarah Harris
Bacterial Pathogens
Ina Hadam, Kat Powell
Myers Briggs Conference

February 1999 Awards

$4,977.00

Caralee Perry, Apprenticeship Program
Equipment and materials for a house frame
Brenda Pettinger
SILO (online literary magazine)
Tracey Meyerhoeffer
Computer for students with disabilities
Art & Foreign Language Departments
Paris trip
Heidi Hawkins
DNA Thermocycler

October 1998 Awards

$6,000.00

Jan Simpkin, Sarah Harris, Jim Wilson
Empowering the CSI Pond: Install 120-volt electrical outlets at the CSI Pond
Jim Taylor
The Road to Accreditation
Mark Sugden
Autopsy Saw
CSI Retired & Senior Volunteer Programs (Office on Aging)
MAX-Management for the year 2000
Ruth Scott, Annette Jenkins
Recruiting, Training, Retaining Volunteer Tutors & Their Students
Jason Rose
Develop Improved Course Text for STUS 119 (Metrics)

April 1998 Awards

$4,000.00

Karl Kleinkopf, Jean Fitzgerald, Bob Wright, Gary Sievers, Jan Mittleider
Trifit 600, Health Management System: incorporating interactive technology into physical education curriculum
Sue Miller
Improving performance techniques of CSI piano students
Sue Johnson
Attendance of Association of Surgical Technicians Conference
Marvin Strope
Multimedia equipment for science lecture hall

January 1998 Awards

$3,200.00

Kathy Pullman, Sarah Harris
Biology field trip
Vaunda Barrus
Purchase ESL software
CSI Staff Association
Association event
Jack Nelson
Purchase Bose Wave

October 1997 Awards

$2,987.00

Jane Brumbach, Judy Ruprecht, Gail Sorensen
ESL Computer upgrade
Lynn Irons
Multimedia classroom delivery for under-prepared students
Rick Snider
Multimedia computer stations for selected classrooms: A shared approach

April 1997 Awards

$4,476.00

Don Buettner
Tuition & travel for HVAC controls
Paula Edmonds-Hollifield
Communications 101
English Department
Planning retreat
Judy Friedeman
Summer language course via internet
Ross Spackman
Wetland ecology signs
Mike Youngman
Health & Safety Technology class

February 1997 Awards

$3,395.00

Claudeen Buettner
Computer and a consultant
Jody Hawkins
Workshop on personal computing
Lynn Irons
Mastering the internet for ADC
Lynn Irons
NILD conference

October 1996 Awards

$10,059.00

CSI Science Department
Biology interactive coursework
Debi Klimes
Student services for distance learners
Marcia Yastrop
Accommodating hearing impaired learning
Ron Shopbell
Conference on distant education
Instructional Technology Center
Color Printer
Jim Woods
Guatemala research project
Kathy Pullman, Sarah Harris
Scientific model purchase
Mary Pat Fields
Creation of electronic grade reporting
Brent R. Jensen
ESL conference
Rick Parker, Sandy Braga
Course development for internet