Meet the Stars Digital Program 2025

Edmond Public Schools Foundation presents

ET THE E M

S T A R S April 24, 2025 6:00 p.m.

Petroleum Club OKC

Welcome!

ENTERTAINMENT Student Ambassador, Josie Vincent, will be on the piano from 6:20 p.m. - 6:40 p.m and Edmond North Orchestra will provide entertainment from 6:40 p.m. - 7:20 p.m. during cocktail hour. As we start the program on to the 34th floor at 7:30 p.m., Edmond North Orchestra will welcome you with a special performance. Enjoy special performances by Edmond Santa Fe Performing Arts and Edmond Memorial's Act II during the program.

FOOD AND DRINK Cocktail hour will include passed hors d’oeuvres and a bar with wine, beer, and a signature cocktail (ID required) on the 35th floor from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Dinner, wine, and dessert will be served on the 34th floor at your table during the program.

BID AND SUPPORT As a guest, you are registered on ClickBid to bid on auction items and Fund a Need right from your phone! You can check out from your phone at https://epsf.cbo.io or scan the QR code at your table. The Silent Auction will open a week prior to the event and close shortly after the program begins around 7:30 p.m. on April 24, 2025. You can place your maximum bid on any item and the auction software will bid for you so you can enjoy the evening. Please find a volunteer and provide your bidder number if you need assistance. The Live Auction will take place during the program portion of the evening.

Text to Give: Donate on your phone by texting EPSF to 855.800.4975.

MEMORIES Are you an alumni, parent, student or educator? What is your favorite memory from Edmond Public Schools or as a student when you were in school? We ask that you share your memory by filling out our form at your table. We would love to share this on our social media and let the community know how Edmond Public Schools educators and staff have impacted the community. On the back, you will find information about how you can celebrate that memory by making a donation.

PHOTO OP Visit the red carpet as you arrive on the 35th floor for a photo opportunity during cocktail hour. The backdrop will also be available for all honorees to have their photo taken. Please see the schedule by the backdrop.

SOCIAL MEDIA Post your photos on social media and tag us at @edmondpsf!

About MISSION Edmond Public Schools Foundation connects the community to advance excellence and enrich student opportunities through Edmond Public Schools.

VISION The Edmond Public Schools Foundation functions as the leading facilitator of community investment in Edmond Public Schools.

MEET THE STARS Thank you for joining us for an unforgettable evening at Meet the Stars on April 24, 2025! This red-carpet event celebrates the shining stars of Edmond Public Schools—the educators who inspire excellence and the community champions who make it all possible.

Hosted at the stunning Petroleum Club in Downtown Oklahoma City, Meet the Stars honors the Teacher of the Year, Support Personnel of the Year, and other remarkable individuals who enrich the lives of students and advance education in Edmond.

This evening is a tribute to the dedication, passion, and collaboration that create exceptional opportunities for students. Together, let’s celebrate the educators and supporters who are at the heart of public education in Edmond.

PROGRAMS We are committed to providing programs that serve every Edmond student and every Edmond school. By focusing primarily on ways to support students districtwide, we can make a larger impact with our limited financial and staff resources.

We serve students through 5 programs: Classroom Support (DonorsChoose); Student Ambassadors; Innovative Programs (Early College Program); Community Mobilization; and Scholarships and Awards (tonight!)

Learn more about our impact for Edmond Public Schools students on our website www.edmondpsf.org

Thank you for bringing our story to life!

Watch Our Mission Video

Presenting Sponsor

"Citizens Bank of Edmond is committed to building our community and supporting our schools by reinvesting local dollars into programs and activities that will have an ever-lasting impact. The opportunity local banks have to make an impact on the community begins with the schools. We are proud to continue our 122-year partnership with Edmond Public Schools and the Edmond Public Schools Foundation and are excited to celebrate the educators and honorees tonight. Congratulations!"

Attending Sponsors Gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

Bronze Sponsors Arvest Bank BTG Consulting in honor of Abbey and Graham Niemann Francis Tuttle Technology Center ImageNet Consulting INTEGRIS Health Edmond Hospital JHBR Architecture

Julie & Brian Woodard MA+ Architecture Oklahoma Natural Gas Regent Bank Sherry & Tim Siler The Birk Family & The Stahel Family TTCU Federal Credit Union WEOKIE Federal Credit Union

Academy Red Sponsors Carrie & Nick Kyger Edmond Center Court Ken Rees

LYT Consulting Group, LLC Meredith Wolfe Ryan & Alyssa Siler

Event Sponsors Educator Gifts

Student Ambassadors

Auction

Photographer

Beverage

Floral

Reception

Red Carpet

Menu

Superintendent’s Team Table

EPS Board Member’s Table

Balloon Sponsor

Ruthie & Rusty Riggs Student Performances

Spotlight Sponsors

Christi & Eric Woodworth

Spotlight Sponsor Honorees Spotlight sponsors have chosen Edmond Public Schools stars to spotlight!

OG+E is proud to shine a spotlight on the students and educators at Charles Haskell, Angie Debo, Washington Irving, Summit, and West Field! We’re honored to recognize these exceptional schools for their commitment to excellence and the bright future they’re helping to build every day.

TTCU Federal Credit Union is excited to spotlight John Ross Elementary, where a passion for learning and a culture of kindness create a powerful foundation for student success!

Christi & Eric Woodworth Christi & Eric Woodworth are proud to be the spotlight sponsor for Edmond North High School, Cheyenne Middle School, and Cross Timbers Elementary.

Thank you to the incredible teachers and staff who go above and beyond to make a lasting impact in the lives of their students!

Spotlight on Duncan Fugitt!

Edmond North Science Teacher, Boys' Varsity Head Tennis Coach, and the 2021 Edmond Public Schools Teacher of the Year!

Thank you for all you do to inspire, lead, and empower EPS students every day!

Congratulations to Jason Hayes, Head Principal of Edmond Santa Fe High School, on being named the 2025 Oklahoma High School Principal of the Year!

We’re thrilled to spotlight Mr. Hayes and celebrate this incredible honor recognizing his outstanding leadership and dedication!

Langston University is thrilled to spotlight Redbud Elementary— where students grow, explore, and succeed in a positive and caring school community!

Entertainment EDMOND NORTH ORCHESTRA

Cocktail Hour 6:40 p.m. & Program Performance 7:30 p.m.

SANTA FE PERFORMING ARTS Program Performance 7:50 p.m.

EDMOND MEMORIAL ACT II Program Performance 8:15 p.m.

Food & Drink DRINKS

PLATED

Perfect Margarita, Signature Cocktail Beer Red Wine White Wine Coffee Iced Tea Water

Southwest Salad with Poblano Ranch Dressing Balsamic Glazed Chicken Breast on a Bed of Artichoke, Mushroom, Tomato, Peppercorn Cream Sauce Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Asparagus & Carrots

HOR D'OEUVRES

DESSERT

Bacon Guacamole Deviled Eggs Meatball Shooters with Marinara Sauce Chopped Parsley Beef Tenderloin Crostini with Whipped Goat Cheese and Pesto Gazpacho Shrimp Shooter

Salted Caramel Cheesecake with Chocolate Sauce & Fresh Berries Triple Chocolate Mousse with Chocolate Sauce & Fresh Berries

Cocktail hour will include passed hors d’oeuvres and a bar with beer, wine, and a signature cocktail on the 35th floor from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Dinner, wine, and dessert at your table when the program begins at 7:30 p.m. ID is required for alcoholic beverages from the bar. The bartender has the right to refuse bar service.

Program OPENING RECEPTION Pianist, Josie Vincent Edmond North Orchestra

WELCOME STUDENT PERFORMANCE Edmond North Orchestra

2025 EPSF VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR Debbie Bendick

STUDENT PERFORMANCE Edmond Santa Fe Performing Arts

2025 HALL OF FAME EDUCATION CHAMPION Charles Musgrave

ENDOWED EDUCATOR AWARDS 2025 Teacher of the Year & Finalists 2025 Support Employee of the Year & Finalists 2025 Rees English Language Arts 2025 Lucile Johnson Peters Excellence in Teaching Math Award 2025 Rookie Teacher of the Year 2025 Excellence in Leadership Award

STUDENT PERFORMANCE Edmond Memorial Act II

CLASSROOM SUPPORT 2025 Teacher of the Year & Support Employee of the Year

SPECIAL INTRODUCTION Edmond Public Schools’ Superintendent Edmond Public Schools Foundation’s CEO

LIVE AUCTION CLOSING

Edmond Public Schools Foundation 2025 Hall of Fame

Education Champion Charles Musgrave We're thrilled to announce Chuck Musgrave as this year's Hall of Fame Education Champion! Chuck's advocacy, strategic ideas, and generous donations have elevated the Classroom Support program for classrooms across the district.

Congratulations, Chuck!

Previous Inductees 2014 Late Captain Steven Farley Randall Rayburn Ken Rees

2017 Dr. J. Patrick Evans Steve Riggs Reggie Smith, Jr.

2015 Dr. David Goin Davis Hudson Shannon Miller

2018 Missy Attebery Kyle Harper Brad Reeser

2016 Mike de la Garza Charles Lamb Bart McDonough

2019 Dr. Brenda Lyons Lt. Col. Oren Peters Kelly, Kent & Kevin Ogle

2020 Hal French Dr. Sheron House (posthumously) Caleb McCaleb 2021-2022 Linda Slawson Tom Snider Bret Towne 2023 Mitzi Hancuff Judy Pendergraft

2024 The founding Edmond Educational Endowment (EPSF) trustees: Linda Elliot, Cindy Howard, Bill Grana (posthumously), Mark Snyder (posthumously), Lyn Tatum (posthumously), Ken Rees (previously inducted 2014)

Edmond Public Schools Foundation 2025 Hall of Fame

Education Champion Charles Musgrave

Chuck received BBA and MBA degrees from the University of Oklahoma. Upon graduating he was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the US Army. A Distinguished Military Graduate, he was selected for the Army’s new Program for the Utilization of Advanced Degree Junior Officers. Here he held a Top Secret security clearance.

During his two years of service with the Army Material Command he designed and implemented logistic systems for managing war critical materials. At the time of his discharge he was awarded the Army Meritorious Service Medal, which signifies exceptional performance in a staff role. This award is rarely given to a junior officer.

Returning to Oklahoma, Chuck became a project manager for an OU/OSU owned foundation that provided consulting assistance to small businesses in rural Oklahoma. This experience led him to start his own consulting business, General Research Corporation. Here he provided management consulting services, produced feasibility studies for firms seeking bank and SBA loans, designed work out plans for struggling businesses, and served as a US Bankruptcy Trustee.

In 1978 he started Sunbelt Industries, Inc., a manufacturing company that recycled aluminum oxide abrasive grain. Sunbelt eventually grew to have plants in Oklahoma, New York and California. The systems Sunbelt developed proved that the recycled product was the functional equal of the virgin product.

After joining Rotary, Chuck quickly began to serve in leadership roles at the local and multistate level. He is the recipient of The Rotary International Service Above Self Award and later the Rotary Foundation Distinguished Services Award, the Foundation’s highest service recognition.

Chuck has been involved in local Community Service for a number of years both personally and financially. He has been a Board member of EARC, Inc. for over 20 years and is currently Board Treasurer. Chuck likes to work with service organizations to help jump start new programs, deal with unexpected needs and the design of future activities.

For the past two years he has worked in developing a partnership between the Edmond Rotary Club and the Edmond Public Schools Foundation to expand funding to complete DonorsChoose projects that are proposed by Edmond Teachers.

Chuck and his wife Anita enjoy international travel and theater and are crazy about Monet and the other Impressionists. Together they have travelled to over 60 countries. They also enjoy cruising and have spent some 330 days at sea.

Congratulations, and thank you for supporting students and teacher, Mr. Musgrave!

2025 Edmond Public Schools

Teacher of the Year Finalists

KRISTEN PATTERSON BOULEVARD ACADEMY, SOCIAL STUDIES

LEIGH COBB CHISHOLM, PRE-K DD

DAVID KOEHN EDMOND MEMORIAL, MEMORIAL, ORCHESTRA

“Being an educator in a community that contributes so much to its students is such a gift. Being chosen by my peers as a finalist for teacher of the year is a true honor and it inspires me to continue to find ways that I can have a positive impact on our students”

“I am honored and excited to be named an Edmond Teacher of the Year Finalist. Helping my students find and create ways to be successful within the classroom fills my heart with so much joy. Advocating and teaching students with disabilities is and will always be one of my greatest passions.”

“I am thankful and blessed to have the opportunity to share all about the absolutely amazing young musician to all who will and have listened throughout this process.”

TAYLOR BELOTE HERITAGE, 3RD GRADE

TAMMY NEWBERRY JOHN ROSS, ROSS, PRE-K

JACQUI BRUCE REDBUD, 1ST GRADE

“I'm so honored to be named a finalist for Teacher of the Year! Growing up in this incredible school district shaped who I am, and it means so much to me to have the opportunity to give back and help inspire the next generation of learners.”

“After initial shock and time to reflect, I am now filled with extreme gratitude. I am thankful that my coworkers see in me someone who exemplifies the best in the profession.

I work in the best school district in the state of Oklahoma so to even be considered is a privilege.”

“Being named a District Teacher of the Year Finalist is such an honor!

I’m excited to shine my light and advocate for positive change so that all students and educators feel seen, heard, and valued, and in return, they can shine their light in all that they set their minds to!”

The Teacher of the Year Award was endowed in 2023 by community supporters and the Edmond Public Schools Foundation Student Ambassadors.

2025 Edmond Public Schools

Site Teachers of the Year ELEMENTARY Jeralin Salafia, Angie Debo Delen LeCompte, Centennial Andrea Wilhelm, Charles Haskell Leigh Cobb, Chisholm Laurie Brown, Clegern/EECC Sara McDermott, Cross Timbers Lisa Ashford, Frontier Taylor Belote, Heritage Lacey Graham, Ida Freeman Tammy Newberry, John Ross Tracy Hill, Northern Hills Mary North, Orvis Risner Jacqui Bruce, Redbud Stacey Shaffer, Russell Dougherty Jeanne Ksiazak, Scissortail Christine Toy, Sunset Amber Bolding, Washington Irving Mary Page, West Field Kassidy Coffman, Will Rogers

MIDDLE SCHOOL Jeff Janzen, Central Heather Thornton, Cheyenne Tamera Lange, Cimarron Shane Hohn, Heartland Brandon Page, Sequoyah Jonathan Frazier, Summit HIGH SCHOOL David Koehn, Memorial Barbara Hinckley, North Liz Taylor, Santa Fe Kristen Patterson, Boulevard Academy VIRTUAL Jessica Ruckman, Virtual Edmond

2025 Edmond Public Schools

Support Employee of the Year Finalists

SCOTT KEEL BOULEVARD ACADEMY, HEAD CUSTODIAN

ELIZABETH “SCOOCHI” LEWIS CENTENNIAL, CENTENNIAL, CAFETERIA

COLLEEN GRINDSTAFF CROSS TIMBERS, CAII

“I am honored & privileged to be nominated, I also am honored & privileged to work with such awesome people. Every person on this staff (Blvd.

Academy) genuinely cares about our students! I'm just a small tiny piece of the puzzle in the big picture.”

“I’m truly loved and blessed. ‘Be the reason someone smiles today’”

“I feel recognized and appreciated. I feel like my hard work, participation, and dedication are truly seen by others around me. Being a finalist is an honor, thank you to my Cross Timbers family and to Edmond Public Schools. “

CHERYL THATCHER HEARTLAND, PRINCIPAL'S SECRETARY

SHANNON MOUSER IDA FREEMAN, FREEMAN, PARAPROFESSIONAL II

CORTEZ HOGG NORTHERN HILLS, HEAD CUSTODIAN

“Middle school is a rollercoaster, and I'm grateful to support staff and students through the ups and downs.

Being a finalist for Support Employee of the year is an honor that means the world to me.”

“Being a finalist for Support Employee of the Year is a profound honor that reflects my dedication to empowering students with special needs. It symbolizes recognition not just for my efforts, but for the collective commitment of all who strive to make a difference in their lives every day.”

“Cortez is a light in our building and so deserving of this award. He is known throughout the building of being kind, hardworking, and service-minded. We are so proud to call him ours! ” -Linzi Clem, Assistant Principal

The Support Personnel of the Year Award was endowed in 2022 by the DeSpain family in honor of Kathi DeSpain who was an Edmond Public Schools support employee for 26 years

2025 Edmond Public Schools

Site Support Personnel of the Year ELEMENTARY Lauren Keck, Angie Debo Elizabeth Lewis, Centennial Rahel Markos, Charles Haskell Jessica Pierce, Chisholm Arlene Chapin Fitchue, Clegern/EECC Colleen Grindstaff, Cross Timbers Justice Moore, Frontier Marc Stoner, Heritage Shannon Mouser, Ida Freeman Ashley Silcox, John Ross Cortez Hogg, Northern Hills Brianna Nichols, Orvis Risner Leigh Parks, Redbud Amy Salsberry, Russell Dougherty Renee Lanier, Scissortail Martha Arango Azuero, Sunset Kimberly Myles, Washington Irving Chandra Privratsky, West Field Heather Hall, Will Rogers

MIDDLE SCHOOL Gemy Coates, Central Mitra Nazari, Cheyenne Michael DeRocher, Cimarron Cheryl Thatcher, Heartland Brenda Myers, Sequoyah Stanley Gordon, Summit HIGH SCHOOL Scott Keel, Boulevard Cara Hogan, Memorial Alex Ackerman, North Russ Johnson, Santa Fe DISTRICT Dana Elkins, EPSAC Daniel Randolph, Special Services Paula Umbro, Technology Offices Johnna Marquez, Transportation

2025 Award Winners 2025 Teacher of the Year TAYLOR BELOTE Heritage Elementary 3rd Grade ““Edmond Public Schools has been a part of my life since 2002, when I first walked through the doors as a kindergartner. It is so special to now have the opportunity to represent this incredible district. I hope to inspire and empower my students, just like so many educators here have inspired me!””

The Teacher of the Year Award was endowed in 2023 by community supporters and the Edmond Public Schools Foundation Student Ambassadors.

2025 Support Employee of the Year COLLEEN GRINDSTAFF Cross Timbers Elementary CAII ““It is such an honor and means the work done everyday was recognized and appreciated. To have others see that, makes me feel like a valued employee.”

The Support Personnel of the Year Award was endowed in 2022 by the DeSpain family in honor of Kathi DeSpain who was an Edmond Public Schools support employee for 26 years.

Thank you for joining us to celebrate all of the stars of Edmond Public Schools!

Excellence in Leadership EDWARD HUDSON, JR. Edmond Public Schools Administrative Center Director of Fine Arts “I am truly humbled by being recognized as the recipient of the Excellence in Leadership Award. I accept this award for the 115 fine arts educators that serve our great district and for the thousands of students that pour themselves into their passion. The Arts ARE alive and WELL in Edmond Public Schools!!!”

This endowed award was established in 2024 by Ruthie and Rusty Riggs to recognize exceptional leaders of Edmond Public Schools.

Rookie Teacher of the Year MEGAN KNIGHT West Field Elementary Special Education Teacher “I am incredibly honored to be named Rookie Teacher of the Year, and this achievement wouldn't have been possible without the unwavering support of the amazing West Field team. Every day, I strive to ensure all students have access to the tools, resources, and support they need to learn in the way that works best for them. Change starts with belief —belief in our students, belief in each other, and belief in the power of education. Inclusion is at the heart of everything I do, and I’m committed to continuing to create a space where every student feels valued and empowered to reach their fullest potential.”

This endowed award was established in 2021 by former Superintendent Bret Towne to recognize new teachers and their dedication to teaching.

Volunteer of the Year DEBBIE BENDICK Retiring from Edmond Public Schools in 2022 opened the door to many new opportunities, but one of the most meaningful has been staying connected to EPS through the district’s Foundation.

Volunteering with EPSF has enriched my life far beyond what I have given, providing lasting friendships, purposeful service, and a renewed sense of leadership. The experience has reinforced a lesson I first learned in my collegiate sorority—to embrace service with joy and to recognize its power in strengthening both community and leadership.

Rees English Language Arts Award NICHOLE SEAY Cross Timbers Elementary Special Education “I am deeply honored to receive the Rees ELA Teaching Award. As a special education teacher and nationally certified dyslexia therapist, I am incredibly grateful for the invaluable training opportunities Edmond Public Schools has provided to help me refine my English/Language Arts instruction. I am passionate about empowering every child to become a confident reader and writer, and I firmly believe that every student deserves the gift of literacy.”

This endowed award was established in 1994 by the Rees Family to recognize outstanding English Language Arts (ELA) educator in Edmond Public Schools.

Lucile Johnson Peters Teaching in Excellence Math Award NICK VINCENT Edmond Santa Fe High School AP Statistics Intro Statistics Algebra I “Receiving the Lucile Peters Math Award is meaningful to me because I try my hardest to hold students to high standards in my classroom while simultaneously meeting students where they are at. I believe excellence in teaching is rooted in student growth and developing critical thinking skills in math.”

This endowed award was established in 2019 by her husband, Lt. Col. Oren Lee Peters to recognize an outstanding Edmond math teacher each year.

Thank you to all of our donors who left a legacy by endowing educator awards and student scholarships!

2025 Endowed Scholarship Award Winners

CHRISTOPHER ROLLINS

MICHAEL RYAN

LELAND SMITH

Shelby Hudson Scholarship

Shelby Hudson Scholarship

Shelby Hudson Scholarship

NICO VACIO

MADDEN WILLIS

OLIVIA GAY

Shelby Hudson Scholarship

Blake Burgess 'Winning 10' Scholarship

James T. Rohan Scholarship

The families of Shelby Hudson, Blake Burgess, Jimmy Rohan, and Ruth Zumwalt have created lasting legacies that will continue to inspire and impact students for generations. What will your legacy be?

Contact us at ceo@edmondpsf.org to learn how you can leave a legacy.

​ MADELYN DUESMAN Ruth Zumwalt Education Scholarship

Live Auction Items The Broadbay - by EPS Teacher, Callie Estes This stunning 24x32 abstract painting by local artist and Heritage Elementary teacher Callie Estes brings vibrant color and energy to any space. Created with intuitive brushstrokes using acrylic and oil-based paints, this one-of-a-kind piece is designed to be a joyful and uplifting addition to your home.

Donated by: Callie Estes

A Winning Experience: Vince Gill at WinStar Enjoy a night of world-class country music with two tickets to see Vince Gill live at WinStar World Casino. This package also includes a $300 gift card to WinStar Casino Hotel, making it the perfect getaway for music lovers and those looking for a little extra fun!

Donated by: EPS Parent Organizations

A Teenage Dream: Katy Perry Concert Experience the magic of Katy Perry live with four club-level tickets at the Paycom Center, where you’ll sing along to her biggest hits.

After the show, relax in comfort with a $200 Hyatt gift card, making this the ultimate pop-star getaway!

Donated by: EPS Parent Organizations

Get Away to the Beach 7 days at Rosemary Beach, FL at this 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom Kelly Sturges designed beach cottage with huge porches to sip your sweet tea. Two master bedrooms with in suite bathrooms. This cottage sleeps 13. Carillon is a private, gated and security-guarded community. See the house here.

Donated by: Steve and Kelly Sturges

Live Auction Items Sunset Memories at Carlton Landing Enjoy a relaxing two night stay at Carlton Landing situated on expansive Lake Eufaula, the largest lake in Oklahoma. 2 nights in accommodations that sleep 8 is the perfect place to make unforgettable memories.

Donated by: Julie and Brian Woodard

Private Dinner for 10 - Bricktown Brewery Take the night off! Host a fabulous dinner party without all of the cooking and preparation. The chef and servers will prepare everything for a private dinner party and beer tasting for 10 at your home while you spend time with your guests.

Donated by: Bricktown Brewery

The Live Auction will take place at the end of the program.

The Golden Ticket winner will be announced towards the end of the reception, just before guests move to the 34th floor for dinner and the program.

The Silent Auction will close before the program begins at 7:30 p.m.

#1 Golden Ticket $500 Hideaway Gift Card! Ticket sales will conclude towards the end of the reception.

1 ticket $10 3 tickets $25 Donated by: Hideaway Pizza

Silent Auction Auction photos and more info on ClickBid https://epsf.cbo.io #2 VIP Club Level Tip-Off 4 Club Level Tickets to a Preseason Thunder Game #3 The Gift of Style BC Clark necklace & Coach purse #4 Lucky Lotto! It’s your lucky day with these lottery tickets #5 High-Flying Thrills Skydiving for two #6 Tiles & Rosé Smiles Private Mahjong lesson for 4 & Rosé #7 A Night of Luxury Oklahoma City Ballet tickets & an Omni Hotel experience #8 Fireside Fun & S’mores Solo Stove and S’Mores #9 Summer Adventure Awaits OKC RIVERSPORT, Bowling, & Family Fun #10 Cooking Up Memories Sur La Table cooking class for 4 #11 A Picture-Perfect Session Willow Kate Photography session #12 Lightning Luxe 14 karat yellow gold and diamond lightning bolt earrings #13 Laugh, Dine, & Unwind Fine Dining & Comedy Night Out #14 The Golf Enthusiast’s Dream Golf at Rose Creek, Gaillardia, and Oak Tree #15 Girls' Night Out OKC Philharmonic & Bradford House Stay #16 The Heart of OKC 24x36 Acrylic Framed Photo of the Skydance Bridge #17 The Perfect Mother’s Day Gift Kendra Scott earrings and hair care items #18 LEGO My Eggo Lego sets & $100 Waffle Champion gift card #19 EPSF Student Ambassador Art Project - Hope Quilt Beautiful handmade quilt #20 Blo Beauty Bundle Blo Blow Dry Bar basket #21 Home Sweet Home Essentials Bulk Refillery basket & Geometry towels #22 Sweat in Style HOTWORX mat & towel and lululemon tote bag, belt bag, & scrunchies #23 Gourmet Goodies The Gourmet Gallery gift basket #24 Head-to-Toe Radiance Luxury skincare & Japanese head massage at Hairplay Spa

Fund a Need EPS staff give $50,000 annually to the EPS Foundation to support the needs of students.

The average gift is $100 or $10 a month. Will you match them www.edmondpsf.org/give?

Your donation could support programs like these:

#101 Match Educators $5,000 – Underwrites 75 students to register for the RED Day Run $1,000 – Sponsors 1 student for the Student Ambassador Program $750 – Provides a week of food for 5 unhoused students $500 – Funds 1 classroom grant through DonorsChoose $250 – Brings a Performing Arts Group to the End-of-Year Gala $100 – Provides supplies for an EPSF student intern through the EPS Work-Based Learning Program $50 – Promotes 5 DonorsChoose Projects on social media $25 – Thank you! Every dollar makes a difference!

When the Edmond Educational Endowment was established in 1984, then Superintendent Dr. George Rowley went to a group of parents asking for help with classroom support and donated the first $500. Now EPSF continues Dr. Rowleys vision of classroom support through DonorsChoose classroom projects. Since launching DonorsChose in 2021, over $1.8 million has gone to Edmond Public Schools classrooms!

We are grateful for the vision of those who started it all 40 years ago.

Impact Highlights 2020 - 2024 $2 million to EPS classrooms 300,000 student learning experiences

Eliminate lunch debt for all EPS students

198 Student Ambassadors 100% increase in knowledge of leadership, philanthropy and advocacy 3 new district-wide projects Award winning program!

6 new endowed awards and scholarships (10 total): 5 EPS educator awards 1 EPS leadership award 4 scholarships

Innovative programs including: Art in Schools, tutoring, internet access and Edmond Early College Program

bid at https://epsf.cbo.io

$535,000 for mental health

2024-2025 Student Ambassadors Leadership, Advocacy, Philanthropy Sara Ashford Anna Boutwell David Crew Boyd Emerson Clark Marcy Conkin Lauren Crandall Ayla Cuthbertson Abby Evans Delaney Grubbs Zaiah Haskins Sara Hassan Cameron Higdon Alayna Hoggatt Alexa Hoggatt Hallee Hoggatt

Loran Hunt Ryan Kent Maddy Kinder Allie Kinkade Emily Kinkade Katie Kinkade Kate Kinney Addison Kramer Adrianna Lee Lynx Lucas Ava Lyman Kyler McCormack Logan Miranda Amira Newsom

In addition to volunteering tonight at Meet the Stars, these students work year-round to support needs in the schools. This year’s projects focus on addressing the need to keep school food pantries full, raising money for teacher DonorsChoose projects that address basic needs, and being advocates in the community. Applications are open for the 2025-2026 school year and close June 1st.

Abbey Niemann Reese Odom Adya Ohri Corley Palmer Lexi Parker Alanda Pollard Taran Richardson Chloe Russ Jada Smith Josie Vincent Classen Watkins Gabe White Grayson Woodard Sean Wright Hannah Yoon

Application closes June 1st

Participants PRESENTERS Dr. Angela Grunewald, Edmond Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Joshua Delich, incoming Edmond Public Schools Superintendent Cassie Niemann, Edmond Public Schools Foundation Board Vice President Jeff DeSpain, Edmond Public Schools Foundation Board Member Deanna Boston, Edmond Public Schools Foundation Chief Executive Officer Ashleigh Gibson, Incoming Edmond Public Schools Chief Executive Officer Jan Harris, 2024 Volunteer of the Year Mr. Ken Rees, Edmond Educational Endowment Founding Board Member Ryan Siler, Edmond Public Schools Foundation Board President WORK-BASED LEARNING STUDENT INTERNS Sara Ashford, Edmond North Vanessa Fisher, Edmond Santa Fe EPSF STUDENT AMBASSADOR SPEAKERS David Crew Boyd Sara Hassan Alayna Hoggatt Lynnley Grindstaff Delaney Grubbs Marcy Conkin Ava Lyman

Adya Ohri Josie Vincent Sean Wright Vanessa Fisher Abbey Niemann Ayla Cuthbertson

STUDENT VIDEO KSFN Broadcasting Jaiden Brunkhorst, Santa Fe Keara Lee, Santa Fe STUDENT ENTERTAINMENT Edmond North Orchestra, Justin Pourtorkan, Director of Orchestras Edmond Memorial Act II, Wes Singleton, Choir Director Edmond Santa Fe Performing Arts, Marisa Skube Carr, Director of Theatre Arts Pianist, Josie Vincent, Edmond North High School senior & Student Ambassador

Supporters Thank you to our generous donors who provided the auction and other in-kind items for honorees. We appreciate you being a partner for public education in Edmond!

Amy Arbuckle Andy B’s Angie Debo Elementary PTO B.C. Clark Bella Strada Salon & Spa Blo Blow Dry Bar Brad Reeser Bricktown Brewery Bricktown Comedy Club Bulk Refillery Callie Estes Centennial Elementary PTO Cheyenne Middle School PTO Chisholm Elementary School PTO Delaney Grubbs Edmond North Parent Group Engraving by Russell Nowland EPS Foundation Student Ambassadors Frontier Elementary PTO Gaillardia Country Club Gourmet Gallery/Cindy Utecht Grand Life Photography Heartland Parent Organization Heritage Elementary PTO Hideaway Pizza Holloway Restaurant Group HOTWORX Hyatt

Julie and Brian Woodard Kendra Scott Mahjong with Kristen Memorial Parent Organization Mitchell’s Jewlery Northern Hills Elementary PTO Oak Tree Country Club OG+E OKC Thunder Oklahoma City Ballet Oklahoma City Philharmonic Oklahoma Skydiving Center Patti Birk RIVERSPORT Rose Creek Golf Club Russell Dougherty Elementary PTO Sarah Lucas, Rob Sullivan, and Lynx Lucas Scissortail Elementary PTO Sequoyah Parent Organization SimpleModern Social Bird Steve and Kelly Sturges Waffle Champion Washington Irving Elementary PTO West Field Elementary PTO Will Rogers Elementary PTO Willow Kate Photography

CASSIE NIEMANN EVENT CHAIR Vice President of the Edmond Public Schools Foundation Board “Great communities are built on strong public schools, and strong schools are built through collaboration. We honor the champions and partners who help advance our mission by connecting the community, championing innovation, and enriching opportunities for every Edmond student. Together, we’re creating lasting impact through shared commitment and collective action.”

Leave a Legacy 40 for 40 As we celebrate 40 years of serving Edmond Public Schools Students, we invite you to leave a legacy for future Edmond Public Schools generations. www.edmondpsf.org/legacy

“The endowment will be a permanent educational foundation for enriching the quality of education in Edmond Public Schools.”

Lyn Tatum, 1984, Founding Board Member of Edmond Public Schools Foundation (formerly Edmond Educational Endowment)

Legacy Funds Edmond Public Schools Foundation Endowment, est. 1989 James T. Rohan Scholarship, est. 1993 Rees Organizational Fund, est. 2005 Shelby Hudson Memorial Scholarship, est. 2005 Rees English Language Award, est. 2008 Lucile Johnson Peters Math Award, est. 2019 Ruth Zumwalt Education Scholarship, est. 2020 Rookie Teacher of the Year, est. 2021 Blake Burgess Winning 10 Scholarship, est. 2021 Support Employee of the Year in honor of Kathi DeSpain, est. 2022 Teacher of the Year, est. 2022 Excellence in Leadership, est. 2024

Board of Directors

Advisory Board

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Ryan Siler, President Cassie Niemann, Vice President Austin Fugitt, Treasurer Dr. Ruth Jackson, Secretary Ruthie Riggs, Past President

Dr. Angela Grunewald, EPS Superintendent Dr. Tony Rose, EPS Exec Director Secondary Ed Courtney Hobgood EPS Board Member Darrell Davis, Mayor, City of Edmond Jennifer Van Huss, EPS Teacher of the Year Jason Hays, EPS School Administrator Jessica Duncan, EPS Support Personnel Sarah Lucas, EPS Parent Delaney Grubbs, EPS Student

DIRECTORS Chris Codding Emily Crain Jeff DeSpain Youssi Farag Heather Gardner Michael Grafton Carrie Kyger Heather Lawrence Chris Rodriguez Mark Taylor Devona Whitfield Brett Windsor Julie Woodard Christi Woodworth LEADERSHIP EDMOND INTERN Sean McGraw

Auctioneer Brian Preston

Meet the Stars Committee Cassie Niemann, Event Chair Eddie Hudson, Performing Arts Chair Sarah Lucas, Auction Chair Amy Arbuckle Dr. Bill Arbuckle Debbie Bendick Kyle Boston Dana Elkins Jan Harris Robbi Kinaird Becca Kinkade Adian McKinnon Mike Nash Patti Woodard

Staff Deanna Boston, Retiring Chief Executive Officer Ashleigh Gibson, Incoming Chief Executive Officer Anita Nash, Director of Programs & Operations Kristi Birk Steinberg, Director of Philanthropy & Community Engagement Halle McMullen, Community Development Coordinator Sara Ashford, EPS Work-Based Learning Intern Vanessa Fisher, EPS Work-Based Learning Intern

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