Tell us about the types of programs you funded over the years. Recent grants over the past five years included: • Science Olympiad at all three middle schools and Carlsbad High School • FIRST Lego League Robotics teams at every school • Middle school science lab “supercharge” • New computers for all five high school science labs • Traveling 4th and 5th grade science lab teachers • A high school science lab teacher’s assistant • Funding for core music classes for every elementary school student each and every week • New musical instruments and equipment for all nine elementary schools to augment the weekly K-5 music program and recorders for all fourth graders • Investing in innovation by supporting promising new and expanding programs like: • BizTown for all 5th graders • Lux Art Institute’s “Valise Project” for all 6th graders • Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation’s Third Grade Academy for Environmental Stewardship • MY ACCESS English-Writing program for middle and high school • An iPad Pilot project for high school teachers and students
What is CEF looking forward to providing to local students this school calendar year? In addition to our strong suite of ongoing grants and programs, this year included the start of our first-ever after-school enrichment program offering three to four classes per school on a weekly basis. Classes vary by location but included small-group homework assistance, keyboarding/typing, science, music and the performing arts. CEF also began to grant funds for key music programs at the middle and high school level along with an expanded set of current programs being offered at the new Sage Creek High School. The Foundation operates three earned income programs that serve CUSD student. Tell us about these programs. Kids’ Care offers a high-quality, state-licensed, before and after-school child care and
Carlsbad Educational Foundation At-A-Glance Name:
Carlsbad Educational Foundation
Website:
www.carlsbaded.org
Email:
valin@carlsbaded.org
Phone:
760-929-1555
Address:
5631 Palmer Way, Suite L, Carlsbad, CA 92010
Social Media:
www.facebook.com/CarlsbadEdFoundation
Chief Executive Officer: Valin Brown Director of Development: Patty Johnson
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enrichment program for nearly 700 students at our nine elementary school sites each day. This program is a terrific, safe and convenient option for many working families who need daily care for their students. Summer Enrichment Camps serve approximately 500 students in six weeks of half-day enrichment classes. Last year we had a total of sixty sessions including popular returning classes such as Video Game Design, Jr. Authors, Digital Photography, and Lego Robotics, as well as new entries like FX Camp/Movie Makeup, Karate, Jr. Broadcasters, Petite Picassos, Rockets and Racers, and more. CEF’s High School Summer Academy offers an intensive six-week summer school program for first-time advancement credit so that students can get a jump on the regular school year. CEF also offers limited scholarship funds to assist with tuition for income-eligible families.
Do you have any upcoming events you would like readers to be aware of? We’re really looking forward to our second annual summer concert event at the Park Hyatt Aviara on June 21 and the Annual Carlsbad Golf Classic at The Crossings on Oct. 10. Visit www.carlsbaded.org for information as the events approach.
How does one go about supporting CEF on an individual level and on a corporate level? Many corporations are interested in supporting Carlsbad students and CEF through either event sponsorships or grants targeted to specific programs like Science Olympiad, FLL Robotics, BizTown, and many more. We take a lot of pleasure in helping both corporations and individuals better understand these programs so they can make informed decisions about where they’d like to invest through CEF. Individuals, in particular, typically get involved with CEF through one of our special events, through our major gifts program, or through an annual fund drive (direct mail campaign) held each fall. Both the CEO and director of development are available any time to share more about these opportunities and the programs needing additional support through community donations.