TEF Quarterly ~ Spring 2023

Spring 2023

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CONTENTS 4 Trailblazing Thompson Recap 2023 Educator of the Year winners, thank you to event sponsors.

6 Earth Day 5K/10K/Kids 1 Mile

An old race gets a new name, plus registration info and sponsor recognition.

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Team Member Spotlight

Eowyn Sanders joins TEF team as Executive Assistant.

8 History Days 2023

Each May, thanks to a family-funded grant, all TSD 2nd grade students experience the rich history of Loveland/Berthoud.

10 Scheer Golf Tournament

Sponsorships are available for the 2023 Scheer Memorial Student Opportunity Fund Golf Tournament.

9 TSD Appreciation Day with the Colorado Rockies

Enjoy a day at Coors Field cheering on the Colorado Rockies while supporting Thompson Education Foundation.

Monthly Awareness

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Support TEF

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About TEF

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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2023 EDUCATORS OF THE YEAR TSD Staff: Susan Scott, TSD Business Community Coordinator Principals: Brandy Grieves, Turner Middle School & Lisa Adams Ferguson High School/TCC Rookie of the Year: Eli Bacher Ferguson High School Elementary Educator of the Year: Wendy Bennington Ivy Stockwell Elementary School Secondary Educator of the Year: Shawn Pitts, Loveland High School Educator of the Year: Ryan Stillahn Thompson Valley High School

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TRAILBLAZING THOMPSON, a celebration to recognize innovation and excellence in education, took place on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at Embassy Suites in Loveland. This annual community event features TEF’s Educator of the Year awards ceremony. This year we had 426 attendees and 83 educators were nominated for an award by colleagues, parents, community members and students.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

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Loveland Classic Race Get Down to Earth Since 1976, the Loveland Classic 5K/10K race has been an annual tradition in Loveland. This year, the nearly 47-year-old race is getting a facelift and a new name. The race will be held on Saturday, April 22 – which you might recognize as Earth Day – and will be known going forward as the Earth Day 5K/10K, to be held annually on the Saturday in April closest to Earth Day. Read more about the Loveland Classic’s history on our blog.

Team Member Spotlight: Eowyn Sanders Meet Eowyn Sanders, the newest member of the TEF team. Eowyn joined TEF as Executive Assistant in February of 2023 after our long-time EA, Debbie Wright, retired. Eowyn grew up in Cheyenne, WY and has over 9 years of experience in the customer service industry. She is an excellent administrator and keeps all our finances and schedules straight. Snoop around for some other fun facts about Eowyn.

Eowyn loves going to concerts at Red Rocks

Eowyn’s sweet kitties: Jones (orange fellow) and Mr. Man (black fellow) Visiting Mammoth Hot Springs in Yellowstone National Park

Visiting Moose Falls in Yellowstone National Park

Eowyn’s boyfriend, Matt Blumenstein, is the Office Manager at Loveland High

Eowyn is Bar Manager at the Kress Speakeasy in Greeley

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History Days Second Grade 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 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.

Lola Johnson

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DR. STAN SCHEER MEMORIAL STUDENT OPPORTUNITY FUND GOLF TOURNAMENT FRIDAY, AUGUST 4 Mariana Butte Golf Course SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE The Dr. Stan Scheer Memorial Student Opportunity Fund Golf Tournament is a fun and exciting way for our district staff and local community members to come together to provide opportunities for TSD students. All proceeds from the golf tournament benefit TEF’s Dr. Stan Scheer Memorial Student Opportunity Fund. The Fund emulates his support for TSD students by providing gap funding for district students to embrace individual academic, leadership, recognition and extracurricular opportunities when there are financial barriers in the way.

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS PRESENTING SPONSORSHIP $5,000 (industry exclusivity) • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

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Entry for two golf foursomes in tournament with carts Breakfast and lunch for each player Name and logo in full color on each tournament golf cart Exclusive Start Sign for 18-hole course (“BUSINESS NAME welcomes you…”)

Opportunity for your representative to take part in opening announcements Top logo placement on all printed materials Opportunity to give away a branded item (waiting for golfers in their carts) Featured as a Presenting Sponsor in social media announcements Business name or logo highlighted in TEF staff email signatures for the month of August Prominent placement of logo on poster and invitation Company banner displayed at the clubhouse Recognition in all media releases and printed event announcements Text, logo and image recognition on social media Logo with link on event website page

CLUB SPONSORSHIP $2,500 • • • • • • • • •

Entry for one golf foursome in tournament with carts Breakfast and lunch for each player Name and logo in full color on each tournament golf cart Prominent placement of logo on poster and invitation Company banner displayed at the clubhouse Recognition in all media releases and printed event announcements Name and logo on custom event signage at assigned hole Text, logo and image recognition on social media Logo with link on event website page

BEVERAGE CART SPONSORSHIP $1,200 (2 available)

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Entry for one golf foursome in tournament with carts Breakfast and lunch for each player Custom sign created for beverage cart Opportunity to supply item for goodie bags Text, logo and image recognition on social media Logo with link on event website page

Sponsor has the choice to provide drink tickets and/or free drinks, cost of drinks not included in the sponsorship.

TEE SPONSORSHIP $1,000 (1 available)

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Entry for one golf foursome in tournament with carts Breakfast and lunch for each player 1,000 golf tees engraved with your business name, given to all players Text, logo and image recognition on social media Logo with link on event website

DRIVING RANGE SPONSORSHIP $1,000

BREAKFAST SPONSORSHIP $1,000

(1 available) • Entry for one golf foursome in tournament with carts • Breakfast and lunch for each player • Custom sign created for driving range • Company banner displayed at the clubhouse • Opportunity to have two representatives at driving range • Text, logo and image recognition on social media • Logo with link on event website page

(1 available) • Entry for one golf foursome in tournament with carts • Breakfast and lunch for each player • Custom signage with your logo at breakfast buffet • Opportunity to pass out promotional material • Text, logo and image recognition on social media • Logo with link on event website page

HOLE SPONSORSHIP $750

LUNCH SPONSORSHIP $1,000 (3 available)

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Entry for one golf foursome in tournament with carts Breakfast and lunch for each player Name and logo on custom event signage at wassigned hole Private greeter at assigned hole to host giveaways or games Text, logo and image recognition on social media Logo with link on event website page

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Entry for one golf foursome in tournament with carts Breakfast and lunch for each player Custom signage with your logo at lunch buffet Opportunity to pass out promotional material Text, logo and image recognition on social media Logo with link on event website page

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2023 SCHEER GOLF TOURNAMENT SPONSORSHIP FORM PROGRAM/EVENT

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AMOUNT $

DR. STAN SCHEER MEMORIAL STUDENT OPPORTUNITY GOLF TOURNAMENT YOUR SPONSORSHIP IS GREATLY APPRECIATED! TODAY’S DATE:

TOTAL DONATION $

BUSINESS:

CONTACT: ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: EMAIL: BUSINESS WEBSITE:

Thank you for your generous support! All payments are a donation to Thompson Education Foundation. You may request an invoice for payment or payment can be made online at: thompsontef.org/donate (click donate now button and select TEF Event Sponsorship in the dropdown menu) or applications can be emailed to: Kim Akeley-Charron kim.ac@thompsontef.org

THOMPSON EDUCATION FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing exceptional educational opportunities for students and teachers in Thompson School District. We thank you for your generous support!

To claim a charitable donation for tax purposes, please reference our tax exempt number 84-1158256.

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SUPPORT THOMPSON EDUCATION FOUNDATION TODAY! Donations from community members and organizations help support students and staff in TSD. Each gift contributes to life-changing educational opportunities offered

by TEF.

MONTHLY

AWARENESS FOR SPRING MARCH Read Across America 3/2-6 Global Day of Unplugging 3/3-4 World Wildlife Day 3/3 Pi Day 3/14

APRIL Earth Day 4/22 National Volunteer Month Donate Life Month Dog Appreciation Month

Donate on our website

Donate with Venmo

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES HELP KIDS SUCCEED SCHEER GOLF TOURNAMENT

MAY May Day 5/1 Teacher Appreciation Week 5/8-12 Mental Health Awareness Clean Air Month

Call our office at 970-613-5074 to discuss setting up a scholarship or customizing your gift.

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TEF IMPACT

ABOUT TEF

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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.

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Music and arts programs are enhanced with support for visual art consumable supplies and musical instrument repair One in 9 students receive a supply-filled 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 $1.75 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

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 2023 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 Brian Cullins Stephanie Chapple Danielle Feeney Cody Fullmer Brandy Grieves Dr. Jason Hatch Lauren Haug

Pam Howard Lori Hvizda Ward Dr. Marc Schaffer Celeste Smith Matt Thies Sarah Walgast Eric Weedin

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