Promoting Excellence in Education "It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge." Albert Einstein Our kids. Our community. Our commitment Our kids. Our community. Our commitment.

What we do  encourage students to work to their highest potential  provide unique educational opportunities in CCISD classrooms  encourage career exploration in the science, engineering and technology fields

What we do  support teachers in creating innovative lessons  enable high school students to be first generation college students  encourage teachers to become master teachers

What we do  match deserving students to local scholarships  inspire parents and community leaders to promote excellence in CCISD

Who are we?  Community & Business volunteers dedicated to education  Founded in 1992 as a non profit 501 (c)(3) tax exempt corporation  Work collaboratively with CCISD YOU

Why the need?  Reduced state funding  Increased deman d  Unfunded Mandates

Why the need?  Teachers spend a lot of money out of pocket to fund classroom activities This typical elementary classroom contains thousands of dollars of supplies and materials funded by the teacher.

What we’ve done  More than $ 910,000 in grants awarded since 1992  Over 370 teachers selected for grants

What we’ve done  More than 100,000 students impacted by the Foundation’s grants  Every CCISD intermediate school furnished with Career Exploration Technology Labs

Current Funding Priorities  Innovative Instructional Grants  Clear Horizons Early College High School  Career Exploration Technology Labs  National Board Teacher Certification.

How can you help?  Time  Volunteer  Advocate  Talent:  In-kind donations  Treasure:  Tax deductible donations  Annual Campaign  Planned Giving  Fashion Show and Gala sponsorships  Annual giving

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