The Hilton Education Foundation was started in July of 2006 by a group of Hilton community members who came together to help support the students of the Hilton Central School District by providing them opportunities beyond what the school district could provide. These opportunities are geared toward helping them become self-directed, lifelong learners who think critically and creatively and function as caring, responsible, and productive members of society. To date, we have established several programs aimed at accomplishing this goal. We have seven scholarships available and to help improve the quality of education in our classrooms. We offer mini-grants to support innovative classroom projects which enhance the school curriculum and enhance students' learning experiences. We also