Mudd Nick Foundation’s Learning Experiences
Every year, the learning experiences committee and the board work together to choose programs that directly impact the children in North Tillamook County. We direct our efforts and energies on delivering impactful, stimulating, fun, and meaningful experiences. In close partnership with the North Tillamook County schools, we identify and fund opportunities to which local children would not otherwise have access. We mostly provide experiences to students involved with:
- Nehalem Elementary School
- Garibaldi Grade School
- Neah-Kan-Nie Middle School
- Neah-Kan-Nie High School
Our experiences range from summer art programs to museum visits, cooking programs, zoo trips, and so much more.
Washington DC Trip
Every other year, we help fund a Washington DC trip for middle school students. Students get to visit iconic museums, learn about US history, see important historical sites, all through a safe and guided tour.
Oregon Battle of the Books
The Oregon Battle of the Books is a reading competition that encourages students to read books and compete with their peers. Teams read books, work in teams, and compete against other schools to improve reading comprehension.
Learn about other programs we have funded
Educational and Cultural Experiences
- Field Trips to enriching destinations such as OMSI, the Zoo, the Columbia Maritime Museum, the Seaside Aquarium, and the Astoria Maritime Museum, providing hands-on learning opportunities in science, history, and nature.
- Visits to Local Farms where students plant seeds, harvest pumpkins, and connect with the land.
- Cultural Learning through visits to the Cinco De Mayo Festival and tours at the Nehalem-Tillamook Native American History Museum.
- Cultural Immersion in Costa Rica: Scholarships for students to live with host families for 8 weeks, developing language skills and gaining global perspectives.
- Trips to Muddworks to explore the art of clay, firing, and creating personalized art projects.
- Excursions to the Hoffman Center for the Arts and Cloud and Leaf Bookstore for author readings and literary inspiration.
- Cultural Arts through programs such as Oregon Children's Theatre, where students build listening, creative thinking, and self-confidence skills.
Creative and Performing Arts
- Missoula Children’s Theatre provides a week-long immersive theater experience where students participate in auditions, rehearsals, and a live performance.
- Art Literacy Lessons, plays, and trips to the Portland Art Museum to foster creative expression and appreciation for the arts.
- Camps and Programs like the MNF Art Camp (summer program), the NCRD Swim Program, NCRD Cooking Camp, and Chess for Success, offering students a variety of creative, athletic, and intellectual activities.
Community Engagement and Leadership
- Visits to Fire Departments and Libraries to learn about local services and resources.
- Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools supporting inclusive sports and leadership opportunities.
- Trips for the NKN Band and Honor Choir to compete at statewide competitions, fostering musical talent and teamwork.
- Running Club, Book Club, Robotics Club, and North County 4-H Club, providing students with opportunities to develop leadership and collaborative skills in extracurricular settings.
- Tsunami Skipps (Jump Rope Club) offering fun physical activity and team-building experiences.
STEM and Career Exploration
- Robotics Club and Employability Skills & Job Search Process Experiences that help students build practical skills for future careers.
- North Coast Pinball offers students a unique opportunity to learn about pinball machines, mechanics, and game design.
- Excursions to Skyzone and TopGolf Hillsboro, providing students with introductions to different aspects of culture, sports, and recreation.