Classroom & School Grants

Each year, the Foundation invites educators throughout the district to share innovative project ideas that inspire students and enrich their learning experiences.

Thanks to donor support and a 2025 Classroom & School Grant from the Foundation for Clovis Schools, students across Clovis Unified School District are discovering the wonders of the universe in exciting new ways.

The grant partially funded an upgrade to the planetarium at Clovis Unified’s Sierra Outdoor School, bringing cutting-edge digital projection technology to campus and creating a higly immersive learning experience for students. More than 2,000 students currently participate in classes that incorporate the planetarium, with that number expected to grow as more educators and schools discover the opportunities it provides.

Through hands-on astronomy experiences, students can explore astronomical features that would otherwise be difficult – or impossible – to see firsthand. From the craters of the moon and Jupiter’s Great Red Spot to the mysteries of black holes, the planetarium transforms complex scientific concepts into engaging, memorable experiences.

“The planetarium lets our naturalists better illustrate science concepts and show the vasteness of our solar system,” said SOS Director Rees Warne.

This innovative learning environment sparks curiosity while helping students build a deeper understanding of astronomy and the universe around them. With the support of Foundation donors, Sierra Outdoor School is expanding the ways students can explore, question and experience the world beyond our own.