The Academic Development Fund (ADF) is funded by the Steele Online Auction, the Going Green Party, and the Pledge Drive. This is the first year that the ADF, with the help of Principal Raisch's amazing financial/budget maneuvering skills, provided a second adult in every teacher's classroom.
     The ADF committee (composed of teachers, parents, and Principal Raisch) determines how Steele will use the funds raised by the Steele community to support our teachers. The committee conducted a survey of teachers to get their feedback on academic priorities, including extra paraprofessionals, interns, a math specialist, a reading specialist, or professional development.

We meet on the fourth Tuesday of every month, from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Steele school library. Babysitting services are provided (RSVP to Dijana in the school office for babysitting).

      Upcoming meeting dates (all Tuesdays): Jan. 27, Feb. 24, March 24, April 28, and May 26.  

      Contact Elaine Walsh if you have any insights, or if you would like to attend our next meeting. nooie19@yahoo.com