The matching funds program was established in 2001-02 by the Superintendent to assist schools and their partners in raising funds for school improvements by matching dollars in any amount up to $50,000. On January 22, 2004, a committee composed of representatives from the County Council PTA, elementary, middle, and high school principals, students, teachers, and the Facilities Division met to review the procedures approved by the Board on October 15, 2002. Revisions to program procedures were recommended and aproved by the Board on March 9, 2004, and were effective for the 2004-05 fiscal year.

District matching funds are requested for completion of the project budget at Lowry Elementary School for construction of a covered walkway and the purchase of new lunchroom tables and stage curtains.

Goal 6 - All schools in the district will be assigned a state grade of A, B, or C.

Total project expenditure is $84,400 ($42,200 District contribution, $42,200 School's contribution). Expenditures are funded as follows: 50% by the school and 50% from 2 Mill matching funds, not to exceed $50,000. The balance of matching funds remaining for use in 2006-07 is $366,310.