Celebrating the past, supporting the present, and investing in the future of Edmond Public Schools.
The mission of the Edmond Public Schools Foundation is connecting the community to advance excellence and enrich student opportunities through Edmond Public Schools. Our main priority is to execute our strategic plan to provide sustainable support to EPS for years to come
Over the next 5 years, we will invest $2.6MM into Edmond Public Schools, leverage an additional $1.7MM in support, grow our endowment by $280,000, secure 10 Legacy Society members and find creative ways to collaborate as a partner in public education. We will be able to accomplish these goals by increasing our capacity which includes the continued strengthening of our sphere of influence.
We have an outstanding Board of Directors and volunteer base who advocate for us in the realm of fundraising but also bring awareness to the community about who we are and what we do. We have strengthened our relationship with the district to align our focus on the greatest areas of need seen within our schools We are partnering with EPS to provide resources for Mental Health & Student Support, Art in Schools, Professional Development and Classroom Support through DonorsChoose.
Edmond Public Schools are long known for advancing excellence in everything they do and the Foundation, along with Corporate and Individual partners, have a shared interest in ensuring that this remains the legacy of every child that emerges out of Edmond Public Schools as a contributing member of our community
Please consider joining us on this journey!
I am a product of public schools and remember looking up to my teachers and wanting to be like them. I am still in awe of teachers. I was a teacher's assistant in college and saw how hard teachers work! I ultimately chose a different service path through a career in nonprofit management and serving students, teachers and public education is a full circle for me I am grateful for the opportunity to utilize my experience and expertise to support the students in our community who deserve a great place to grow through an excellent education!
Will you join us this year as we celebrate the past, support the present, and plan for the future? Consider attending an event, matching what EPS employees donate monthly, asking your company to be a Corporate Partner, or leaving a legacy through a thoughtful estate gift
We are excited to be partners in public education with you!
Our main priority is to execute our strategic plan to provide sustainable support to EPS for years to come.
PAST We celebrate the long standing excellence in education provided by Edmond Public Schools at our annual Hall of Fame event.
PRESENT We work to meet the current needs in the Edmond Public Schools district by supporting: classroom projects through DonorsChoose; mental health and student supports; the Art in Schools program; Student Ambassadors; the annual Celebration of Excellence; community mobilization; and advocacy
FUTURE We strive to leave a legacy for those who follow us by investing in long term sustainability through endowed funds for the Celebration of Excellence and future needs of the district. We also engage EPS students as Student Ambassadors to build future leaders and advocates for the district Finally, we manage scholarships and awards that support students and educators in the district
Connecting the community to advance excellence and enrich student opportunities through Edmond Public Schools.
The Edmond Public Schools Foundation functions as the leading facilitator of community investment in Edmond Public Schools
Public Education: We believe outstanding public education is the cornerstone of a great community Collaboration: We believe in collaborating with the community, district staff, students, and our stakeholders
Community Investment: We believe community investment builds stronger schools. Integrity: We believe in upholding the public trust through integrity in all of our work.
Innovation and Creativity: We believe in transforming ideas into reality through creative problem solving to meet the needs of our stakeholders
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Strong schools equal strong communities! The Edmond Public Schools Foundation, and its partners, believe the future of Edmond depends upon every child in our schools receiving a quality education and every Edmond citizen and company supporting these children Having the resources necessary to help our students reach their highest potential is critical. We work closely with district leadership, educators, students and parents to identify needs and generate resources that benefit the educational experience of Edmond Public Schools students.
To support our efforts, we have created this Investment Opportunities booklet to provide you with a menu of opportunities to support students and their education. There is no greater return on your investment than supporting our schools, teachers and students.
A recent study in Edmond, OK found that 50% of students were experiencing a moderate to high level of psychological distress, more than 75% were experiencing moderate to high levels of depression and more than 17% seriously considered attempting suicide.
Edmond Public Schools not only prepares students to be college and career ready, but also educates the whole child so they are ready to learn. Research points to the critical role educators play in cultivating inner strength in children through regular practices and programs.
We are committed to supporting the whole child and have a goal to raise $1.25 million over the next five years to help provide mental health support for students.
The average Oklahoma teacher spends $459 out of their own pocket for their classroom. Classroom Support is provided by the EPS Foundation through DonorsChoose, which has garnered support for our classrooms from 48 states and leveraged $5 for every $1 donated!
"Our district's incredible teachers know their students' unique needs better than anyone." Dr. Angela Grunewald, Edmond Public Schools Superintendent
You can also directly donate to Edmond Public Schools teacher projects on DonorsChoose Visit www.DonorsChoose.org and search Edmond, OK or a specific teacher to find a project!
The Art in Schools program reaches every elementary school in Edmond Public Schools! This partnership with the Fine Arts Institute of Edmond provides a fine arts curriculum in all 3rd and 4th grade classrooms in Edmond Public Schools
Edmond Public Schools has robust art programming, including both fine and performing arts Exposing young children to the arts is critical in building their confidence in their artistic abilities, so they choose art programming as they grow through middle and high school
The Edmond Public Schools Foundation will support three elementary schools this year
Each year at the Celebration of Excellence, we honor those who do the day to day work in our schools, caring for our children and ensuring academic excellence.
At this annual event, Teacher of the Year, Support Employee of the Year and Rookie Teacher of the Year are recognized. Finalists and winners all receive prizes and a cash award.
Please consider supporting this exciting annual event by donating prizes given to 75 teachers and support staff. You can also financially support this event by donating to help endow this celebration!
Student Ambassadors represent the EPS Foundation by increasing awareness of the Foundation in the community and their school. Guest speakers from the district and community attend Student Ambassador meetings to build leadership and educate them on the needs of public education.
Students have the opportunity to build a diverse set of skills from community outreach to public speaking However, the number one thing I hear from students is that the program helped them improve their social skills by collaborating with students from other schools and adults in the community.
Deanna Boston, EPSF Executive Director
A big part of how we serve Edmond Public Schools includes advocating for the needs of the district and its students while mobilizing the community to help meet those needs.
This includes advocating for the need for open employment positions, organizing and sharing information at community fairs, speaking in the community about how community members can support Edmond Public Schools and advocating for the ongoing needs of the district!
If you would like to volunteer to support any of these efforts, complete the Volunteer Waiver.
Thank you for believing in me and my students They are beyond excited to receive these new books, and so am I
Mrs. Mandy Winningham, Boulevard Academy
There are so many ways you can support Edmond Public School students, teachers and staff. Whether you like to play golf or get dressed up for an evening out, you have several opportunities to get involved!
You can make a one time annual gift and sponsor through a Corporate Partnership, making your commitment to several events at once!
The annual Putt FORE Public Education offers sponsorship opportunities for both golfers and non golfers, and your support
of the Celebration of Excellence allows us to recognize our Teacher, Support Staff and Rookie Teacher of the Year!
The committees are also planning other new and exciting changes at other events including the Hall of Fame, Red Day Run and #ONEEDMOND.
We can't wait to see you and tell you more about how your financial support impacts Edmond Public Schools!
Support the annual fund and match the $50,000 that EPS teachers and staff give collectively to the foundation each year!
Consider a monthly recurring gift of $10 or a Leadership Gift of $1,000 or more You can sign up for recurring donations at www.edmondpsf.org/give
• Logo on all event signage
• Logo on event slideshow
• Logo on premier listing in program
• Premier seating for 2 tables of 8
• Recognition in media/press releases
• Live recognition at the event
• This level may be unavailable if secured by the Corporate Partner Presenting Sponsor
• Logo on all event signage
• Logo on event slideshow
• Logo in program
• Premier seating for 8
• Name on all event signage
• Name on premier listing in program
• Premier seating for 8
• Name on event signage
• Name in program listing
• Reserved seating for 8
• Name in program listing
• Two tickets to the event
Be on the look out for opportunities to learn more about Edmond Public Schools Foundation and how we support students! We can even come to your place of business to share more with you and your employees about why great schools are good business!
The average EPS employee gift is $10 a month! Will you match them and sign up for a monthly recurring or a one time gift? Consider your own employee giving campaign! We can provide you with your own company fundraising page!
Leadership Donors make a gift of $1,000 or more This can be a one time gift or invoiced throughout the year Will you consider a three year pledge as a Leadership Donor?
Will your company host an employee giving campaign similar to Edmond Public Schools to match EPS employees?
October 11, 2022 The Hall of Fame celebrates Edmond Public Schools alumni, retired educators or community leaders who, through their lives, have contributed significantly to our schools, city, state or nation. The event promotes awareness of the work of the EPS Foundation and the need for community involvement in our schools. Proceeds from the Hall of Fame help support the excellence that has become a staple of our district. This event has sold out the past two years, so register soon. We look forward to celebrating with you!
• Logo on awards, program and all signage
• Present branded checks to winners
• Live recognition of sponsorship level at the event
• This level may be unavailable if secured by the Corporate Partner Presenting Sponsor
• Logo on program and signage
• Live recognition at sponsorship level at the event
$2,500
• Listed on program and slideshow and signage
• Live recognition at sponsorship level
$1,000
• Listed in program and slideshow
April 20, 2023 Each year, we honor those who do the day to day work in our schools, caring for our children, and ensuring academic excellence. For over 20 years, we have honored teachers, including Teacher of the Year. This is an exciting event where the teacher is surprised in front of their peers. In 2020, support staff was included in the celebration where the first Support Staff of the Year in our district was recognized! The celebration grew again in 2021 when Rookie Teacher of the Year was added to the event. Sponsor this annual event and help us celebrate!
• (Only one available) Logo on swag item given to each player
• (Only one available) Signage at the Awards Presentation and logo on awards
$1,500 Dinner Sponsor
• (Only one available) Prominent signage at the lunch
$1,500 Beverage Sponsor
• Signage at 1 beverage station or cart
• Signage at Student Driver holes
$1,500 Hole in One Sponsor
• Signage at Hole in One hole
• Logo on snack in swag bag
$500 Hole Sponsor
• Sponsor Recognition for one hole
Please join us to putt for public education on May 15, 2023! At this annual event, you can enjoy a day of golf and have the opportunity to have an Edmond Public Schools golf team member drive for you on three different holes!
We will be back at the newly renovated Kickingbird Golf Club and can't wait to spend the day on the course with you!
• 2 Foursomes
• Recognition as Champion Sponsor on all day of event materials, live and printed recognition at the golf tournament, company banner prominently displayed, Longest Drive sponsor recognition, 2 Hole Sponsor signs, recognition on social media, website, and opportunity to provide branded swag for bags
$3,500 Ace
• 2 Foursomes
• Recognition as Ace Sponsor on all day of event materials, live and printed recognition at the golf tournament, signage displayed at tournament, and Closest to the Pin Sponsor, 1 Hole Sponsor sign, and opportunity to provide branded swag for bags
$2,500 Eagle
• 1 Foursome
• Recognition as Eagle Sponsor on all day of event materials, live and printed recognition at the golf tournament, signage displayed at tournament, 1 Hole Sponsor sign, and opportunity to provide branded swag for bags
$1,500 Birdie
• 1 Foursome
• Recognition as Birdie Sponsor on all day of event materials, live and printed recognition at the golf tournament, 1 Hole Sponsor sign, and opportunity to provide branded swag for bags.
$1,000 Foursome
• 1 Foursome
EDMONDSign up once and enjoy several or all of our events throughout the year. Become a partner in public education as a Corporate Partner Review the outline on the next page It can also be found on our website www.edmondpsf.org
Support the Achieve Fund for needs in the district identified throughout the year by the Superintendent This can include snacks for summer schools, assisting students who have earned their way to national competitions or district wide needs such as tutoring or growing teacher pipelines!
Leave a Legacy through your estate or the Oklahoma City Community Foundation, where EPSF has an endowment. Planned Giving through our Legacy Society is a way to impact future students and generations that will attend Edmond Public Schools. Contact us for more information
Will your company match your donation? We will assist you in filing any paperwork required to secure a Company Match. This is the easiest way to double your donation and impact!
Since 1994, several scholarships, established by local families, have helped send Edmond Public Schools students to college Current scholarships include: Shelby Hudson Memorial Scholarship, Jimmy T. Rohan Memorial Scholarship, Ruth Zumwalt Education Scholarship and Blake Burgess Winning 10 Scholarship If you would like to donate to any scholarships or awards managed by the Edmond Public Schools Foundation, or establish one, please contact us for more information, or visit the Awards and Scholarships page on our website.
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"Students love using their wobble cushions and headphones. Thank you for seeing my passion for teaching and helping my students get what they deserve."
"Each morning I would give my students updates on the donations as they came through on the DonorsChoose website. Each day they would get more and more excited as we started to get closer to reaching our goal! My students could not wait to get better a microphone, lighting and a gimbel to help make their videos even better! My students and I can not thank the donors enough!"
Your donation directly impacts EPS students, teachers and the entire district!
