West Liberty Elementary School is a 2026 Casey’s Cash for Classrooms grant recipient. The school will receive $50,000 to further the inclusive playground structure at the Elementary school. This will allow us to add a play structure that is wheelchair accessible! This project will help students by making inclusive play with peers possible.
“We are grateful to receive a Cash for Classrooms grant from Casey’s and are excited to complete this important project that will improve our students’ ability to learn and grow at West Liberty Elementary each day,” said Mr. Kirk Ryan, building principal. “Casey’s is a great community partner that gives back to many schools across its footprint, including ours, through this program.”
"Through Casey's Cash for Classrooms program, our grants are providing meaningful impact, helping create better learning environments and improving the lives of children and teachers. Casey’s is grateful to be in a position to provide support for our communities and the schools and families, who are preparing our next generation of leaders,” said Katie Petru, Director of Community and Communications, at Casey’s.
The inclusive playground project began in the fall of 2025 with a turf surface and wheelchair swing. The additional funds allow us to provide a large play structure that allows all students an opportunity to play alongside their peers. The project is expected to be completed by November 2026.
For more information on Casey’s Cash for Classrooms grant program, visit: www.caseys.com/community/cash-for-classrooms-grants. The 2027 grant program will open in the fall.