MEF Creates Possibilities at Rheem
Every single day, Rheem’s students participate in classes like art, music, and science that support the district’s whole-child approach to education. These programs and others exist thanks to your MEF donations.
Did you know that Moraga’s schools are among the lowest-funded in the state?
Your donations to the Moraga Education Foundation enable MEF to make significant annual grants to benefit all of Moraga’s public schools, including Rheem Elementary School. Read more about how your donations create possibilities for every student at Rheem below.
2026-2027 MEF Grant to the Moraga School District:
$1,950,000
At Rheem, your MEF contributions fund:
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SCIENCE TEACHERS & LAB SUPPLIES
Students attend weekly science classes with a credentialed Science Instructor. Students engage in learning and conduct experiments in a dedicated lab setting.
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ART TEACHER & SUPPLIES
Students attend weekly classes with a credentialed Art Teacher where they learn about different artists and cultures and create art with different mediums.
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MUSIC TEACHERS & SUPPLIES
Students attend weekly classes with credentialed music teachers, building the foundation that will lead to success at the next level.
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COUNSELOR & SUPPLIES
Rheem’s School Counselor works with students in brief counseling sessions, mindfulness, social skills lessons, and the popular Lunchtime Clubs. She also runs Rheem’s Wellness Center.
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LIBRARIAN & SUPPLIES
The Rheem Librarian maintains the school library, hosts weekly students visits where kids can check out books, and helps students find new books to love.
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CLASSROOM AIDES
Aides in each classroom allow teachers to have more one-on-one time with students, enhancing their academic experience.
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CLASSROOM SUPPLIES
Funds are available for teachers to fill their classroom with the supplies students will need to learn and succeed - meaning you only have to send your child to school with a backpack!
“As science teachers, we do hands-on learning with students in the science lab and also collaborate with classroom teachers to extend the learning throughout the rest of the week.”
VIRGINIA DRURY
Rheem Science Teacher
“Because of your support, we have preserved art and music programs while many other districts have had to eliminate them.”
DR. JULIE PARKS
MSD Superintendent
"Librarian Mrs. Gillbanks is a storyteller at heart. Each week, my students come back from the library so excited, ready for more. She inspires them to be avid readers."
Rheem Kindergarten Teacher
Every student benefits from MEF grants, so we ask every family to contribute.
“My son was introduced to the violin in 4th grade, and now he wants to play in middle school. Without that opportunity to try it, I don’t think he would have discovered something he now truly loves!”
RHEEM PARENT
Why do you give?
“I grew up in Maryland where art, music, and other programs were funded by the state. I give to MEF because I want my kids to be able to have all of these opportunities and more so they can get the best education.”
RHEEM PARENT
Rheem is among the top elementary schools in California thanks to your support!
