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THE FOUNDATION | February 2023
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Can't swing a sponsorship but still want to show your support? We're looking for donations such as dining gift cards, unique experiences, retail gift cards, golf equipment, weekend getaways, wine, liquor, and gift baskets.
These items will be used to raise necessary funds the day of the tournament to help us reach our goals. Email Racheal Colburn today to donate an item!
From playing, sponsoring, and donating player gifts, there are many ways to make a difference for students and teachers of SCPS.
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Do You Know A Graduating Senior? |
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Thanks to the generous support from our community, the Foundation is awarding over $163,000 in scholarships this spring.
Our 40+ scholarships range in value and while most are available to all SCPS high schools, others are high school specific. Some opportunities focus on Areas of Study such as Trade Programs, Education, Nursing, the Arts, Engineering and STEM fields or to students who've participated in athletic programs, art programs, extracurricular activities, and community service. Factors such as students who have overcome challenges, experienced homelessness, demonstrate financial need, or currently live in the Midway community of Sanford are also considered.
Do you know a graduating senior who would be interested in applying? The application window is currently open and closes on March 21st. Seniors can apply HERE.
Help us spread the word to SCPS seniors with the 2023 flyer!
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During the month of February, The Foundation kicked off "Inspired by Arts" week which is brand new this school year. Throughout the month, members of our board had the pleasure of visiting SCPS schools to award them with checks to support their visual and performing arts programs. Each year, The Foundation proudly commits $100,000 to support these programs in all of our schools. |
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In addition to delivering checks, between February 13-17, we highlighted different art programs on our social media with videos and photos submitted by students and teachers. Each program highlighted received a $200 donation.
"Inspired by Arts week gives talented students a chance to share with our community the amazing arts programs in our schools, from 2D art to TV production. I'm excited The Foundation could launch this program and provide continued funding to support the arts." said Jean Vansmiith, Foundation Executive Director.
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The Foundation received a $40,000 grant from United Way of Central Florida to support a variety of Foundation programs that align with our mission to improve student achievement in SCPS.
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On Thursday, February 2nd, SCPS held its annual Employee of the Year Celebration to honor the support staff that work hard behind the scenes to keep our A-rated school district going strong!
The Foundation is happy to support this event and provide these employee with a memorable experience. We want to thank VyStar Credit Union for joining us once again as the Presenting Sponsor for this great event!
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Another amazing event held in February was the annual Teacher of the Year! On Friday, February 10th, The Foundation and members of the community came together to honor the best and brightest of our Seminole County educators.
We're thankful to have Addition Financial as the Presenting Sponsor for the tenth year in a row! Thank you for being so committed to honoring our teachers at this event.
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View these stories and more on The Foundation’s social media. |
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Our Mission
The Foundation's mission as a non-profit organization is to improve student achievement in Seminole County Public Schools by: raising and distributing funds and in-kind donations; fostering involvement in schools by business and the community; and providing recognition and rewards for outstanding contributions to, and performance within, the school system.
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Today's students.
Tomorrow's productive citizens.
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