TEF Quarterly ~ Spring 2024

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The TEF Quarterly is published as an educational resource and outreach tool for the Thompson Education Foundation and Thompson School District community.

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EARTH DAY 5k/10k RACE

Celebrate the greenest day of the year with a run through The Lakes at Centerra and support TEF into the bargain.

APPRECIATION DAY WITH THE COLORADO ROCKIES

Enjoy a day at the ball field cheering on the Rockies while supporting TEF.

TEF offers a fast, flexible and focused way

Each May, 2nd grade students from across the District get the chance to learn about the rich

of Loveland and Berthoud during the History Days Field Trips.

Support TSD student success by purchasing peaches from TEF this summer. Every box sold supports the

Each spring, Thompson Education Foundation celebrates excellence in education by recognizing Thompson School District educators and staff members at the Trailblazing Thompson Educator Appreciation Breakfast. We thank our Sponsors for helping make this event possible.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

PRESENTED BY

LEADERSHIP

TABLE EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR SUPPORT

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2024 EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR NOMINEES

Candice Adams

Katharine Adams

Kimberly Alexander

Aaron Appelt

Austin Betts

Carin Barrett

Jennifer Bass

Matt Begeman

Carmen Beernink

Belva Bethel

Kelly Blanks

Jessica Bogaard

Peter Boylan

Lori Brunet

Allison Bryson

Jonathan Busch

Laura Bylund

Brett Cain

Steven Carlson

Shelly Carman

Raquell Castillo

Ashley Chaloupka

Jessi Chollet

Larissa Clark

Kirsten Coldiron

Jacqueline Conners

Cory Culligan

Deon Davis

Cassie Doescher

Megan Dominguez

Katie Duke

John Ellis

Susan Ellis

Suzanne Ellis

Mike Emmons

Rebecca Faust-Frodl

Jennifer Fodness

Vonda Fogland

Kyle Freesen

Amy Gebhardt

Whitney Gebhart

Joshua George

Jason Germain

Lindsey Gulsvig

Karen Hanford

Tiffany Hansen

Lisa Harrison

Emily Hill

Rebecca Hirsch

Star Horner

Jaycie Jones

Austin Kemprowski

Bryan Kettlewell

Dave Kline

Dawn Kringlie

Mary Lain

Tierney Lain

Alyssa LaValle

Kelly Leistikow

Elisabeth March

Chelsea Mattoon

Megan McGee

Christa McKey

Anne McManus

Barbara Midgett

Megan Morgan

Lou Nypaver

Lauren Offerman

Ashleah Ortega

Pam Petrey

Brooke Petrone

Carolyn Phelps

Annamarie Pike

Helen Ramsey

Haley Reif

Sarah Rosenberry

Landen Santeramo

Renee Schachterle

Scott Scheese

Jen Schwab

Annie Shaw

Andrew Shumate

Karrie Skonier

Milissa Stewart

Meg Strauss

Michelle Stroik

JT Thompson

Lindsay Tillery

Teagan Trabulsy

Jena Trowbridge

Kim Tymkowych

Megan Van Osdol

Michael Waido

Kyiana Webb

Katy Wynn

Kimberlee Zabilka Hayes

SPONSORS

Thompson Education Foundation Monthly Giving Program

Monthly giving is an easy and convenient way to increase your level of financial support for TEF and get more involved in our mission. Your monthly donation can be program specific or support our general unrestricted fund. This means your support follows your own individual passion, whether that’s athletics, academic enrichment or school preparedness. Plus, your monthly donation gives TEF a strong source of revenue, allowing us to plan for future expansion over several months or even years in anticipation of evolving needs within Thompson School District.

Why does monthly giving make sense for me as a donor?

• Convenience- Monthly donations are automatically processed, so there’s no need to input your payment information or mail in your donation every time you want to give.

• Flexibility- Adjust your donation amount over time.

• Self-directed giving- Choose a specific program to support, or support multiple programs.

How does monthly giving benefit Thompson Education Foundation?

• Your monthly donation provides a predictable source of fundraising revenue that supports ongoing projects, future growth and unexpected expenses.

• As a monthly donor, you have the potential to offer a greater lifetime value to TEF than one-time or occasional donors, creating a lasting impact on Thompson School District and our community.

How do I become a monthly donor?

1. Decide which fund you want to support: The Monthly Giving Program currently offers HKS Heroes (Help Kids Succeed school supply program); Scheer Student Opportunity Squad (SOS) (Scheer Student Opportunity Fund); All Star Support Team (Student Athlete Fund); and the TEF Strength Fund.

2. Click on one of the above funds to access the donation page, or visit each page under “Our Services”.

3. Decide on your monthly level of support, choose to make a recurring donation, provide your contact and payment information, and you’re all set!

HISTORY DAYS FIELD TRIPS

Thompson Education Foundation sponsors curriculum-based field trips for all 2nd and 4th grade students each year in addition to occasional opportunities. The second grade students’ field trip aligns with their local history requirement and includes a visit each May to the Rialto Theater, Loveland Museum and Lone Tree School. Students learn about local history through hands-on activities, reenactments, timeline reviews, a scavenger hunt and much more, all while visiting these three local historic sites.

These History Days field trips, which every second grade class in the District is invited to attend, are made possible by the Lola Johnson Field Trip Fund. A former Board of Education member and TEF liaison from the board, Lola Johnson was deeply invested in sharing and preserving the history of Loveland. Her family started the memorial fund in her name to preserve her legacy of community involvement and enrichment.

TEF has some delicious news to share! Beginning in May 2024, we will be taking orders for 10-lb boxes of peaches to support our Scheer Student Opportunity Fund. The Fund removes barriers for Thompson School District students to embrace individual academic, leadership, recognition and extracurricular opportunities that would otherwise be out of reach due to financial need.

These juicy and delicious peaches are sourced from C&R Farms, located on the Western Slope. Peaches are sold in 10-pound boxes for just $35, no order limit! Orders will be accepted until late July and make great gifts!

Your purchase helps Thompson School District students by supporting TEF’s Scheer Student Opportunity Fund.

Peach Pickup Day will be scheduled for early August (weather & harvest date dependent). Scan QR code to order and for additional details.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

Donations

Sounds of Centerra Summer Concert

Join TEF on Friday, July 19 at Chapungu Sculpture Park for a totally tubular night of jammin’ with “That 80s Band” at Sounds of Centerra with special recognition of TSD Alumni at this event.

Help Kids Succeed!

This July, we’ll be stuffing backpacks with school supplies to get all TSD students in need off on the right foot for the 20242025 school year! You can help by donating or volunteering.

4th Annual Scheer Student Opportunity Fund Golf Tournament

Sponsorship opportunities are still available for TEF’s annual Golf Tournament to support the Scheer Student Opportunity Fund.

thompsontef.org/golf-tournament

TEF IMPACT

• Music and arts programs are enhanced with support for visual art consumable supplies and musical instrument repair

• One in 10 students receive a supplyfilled backpack each year through the Help Kids Succeed school supply program

• 800+ unhoused TSD students receive resources to overcome barriers to classroom attendance and success

• Over $2 million in post secondary scholarships awarded since 2015

• Educator excellence is celebrated with the annual Educator of the Year awards

• Teacher grant programs create new classroom experiences for students

• Field trip opportunities for all 2nd and 4th grade students to explore local learning areas

• Individual student experiences made possible through the Scheer Student Opportunity Fund

• TSD student athletes have access to opportunities that would otherwise be financially inaccessible through the Student Athlete Fund

ABOUT TEF

Thompson Education Foundation (TEF) enhances educational opportunities for students and educators in Thompson School District (TSD). TEF removes barriers and supports experiences that students need to more deeply engage in their academic environment.

As a bridge for the community to support students, TEF is grateful to those who continually step forward to assist students and educators in TSD. Your involvement guarantees TEF’s mission to provide exceptional educational experiences continues through our programs and initiatives.

We look ahead to 2024 and beyond ready to grow and expand support for TSD. We are excited to share this journey with you.

TEF BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Paul Baron

Rick Bowles

Stephanie Chapple

Lauren Haug

Lori Hvizda Ward

Barb Kruse

Brian Cullins Dr. Marc Schaffer

Will Delmar

Cody Fullmer

Brandy Grieves

Celeste Smith

Matt Thies

Sarah Walgast thompsontef.org