TEF Quarterly ~ Summer 2023

Summer 2023

About this newsletter 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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CONTENTS 4 HELP KIDS SUCCEED

Our annual school supply program gets much needed supply-filled backpacks into the hands of students as they start the new school year. Sponsorships and donations are always welcome.

6 2023 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS Thompson Education Foundation congratulates all TSD graduates and honors our 2023 scholarship awardees.

10 SCHEER GOLF TOURNAMENT

Sponsorships are still available for the 2023 Scheer Memorial Student Opportunity Fund Golf Tournament. Foursome signups open on July 6.

13 TEACHER GRANTS

One of TEF’s signature grants, the Great Idea Grant, which supports teacher-driven classroom innovation, gets a reboot.

14 SOUNDS OF CENTERRA

Grab your lawn chairs, a blanket and your dancing shoes and meet TEF at Sounds of Centerra on July 28th. We’ll be jamming out to That Eighties Band!

MONTHLY AWARENESSES

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SUPPORT TEF

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ABOUT TEF

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HELP KIDS SUCCEED SCHOOL SUPPLY PROGRAM SUMMER 2023 Each July, TEF staff and volunteers fill 1,400 new backpacks with high-quality school supplies for students and families who need a little financial help preparing for the new school year. This number reflects 1 in every 9 students in the Thompson School District and illuminates the need within our community. The Help Kids Succeed school supply program ensures that supply-filled backpacks are available to any student who needs one.

An economically vulnerable student may have multiple stress points in their family life that can interfere with focus in the classroom. Having necessary school supplies provided for the first day of school removes one stress barrier immediately, opening a pathway to confidence and classroom success.

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HELP KIDS SUCCEED ONE BACKPACK AT A TIME Support the Program!

Donations are accepted year-round for HKS at: thompsontef.org/donate

$30 FILLS A BACKPACK TEF welcomes donations for the Help Kids Succeed school supply program! When donating, consider that a new backpack filled with supplies for a K-12 student can cost $75 or more. TEF partners with purchasing providers to offer the same filled backpack for $30, allowing your support to go further to benefit more students. A gift of $120 provides backpacks for FOUR students! Donations are accepted year round for Help Kids Succeed.

BUSINESS SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES: $750 While school children celebrate summer break, Thompson Education Foundation staff and volunteers are focused on the Help Kids Succeed program by sorting school supplies and stuffing backpacks.

Donations are critical to the program’s success, and business sponsorships of $750 much needed supplies for students.

BECOME A SPONSOR

THANK YOU TO OUR 2023 SPONSORS

DOES YOUR STUDENT NEED A BACKPACK?

If your family needs assistance with obtaining school supplies, please request backpacks at the school your student is registered to attend starting in August during open hours at each TSD school.

VERY IMPORTANT! If you have students in different schools, you must go to each school. Elementary, Middle and High school students have different supplies in their backpacks.

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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2023 THOMPSON SCHOOL DISTRICT SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS B. Scott Olson Memorial Scholarship Chance Hill, Thompson Valley High School Luke Orr, Thompson Valley High School Zach Orr, Thompson Valley High School Berthoud High School Scholarship Jacqueline Carrion-Ramirez, Berthoud High School Ben Hughes, Berthoud High School Maryn Maggi, Berthoud High School Axel Peterson, Berthoud High School Kayla Petrovich, Berthoud High School Nolan Simon, Berthoud High School Bob Ball Track & Field Scholarship Aleqzander Baker, Loveland High School Konstanz Searle, Loveland High School Christine Lewis-Hastings Memorial Scholarship Taryn Thompson, Loveland High School Clarence W. McCauley & Juanita L. McCauley Scholarship Lexi Custer, Berthoud High School MaRynne Robertson, Loveland High School Mikayla Robertson, Loveland High School Doyle & Luvesta Frances Jones Scholarship Aidan Carr, Berthoud High School Ian Hopkins, Berthoud High School Willem Larson, Berthoud High School Lillian Strait, Berthoud High School Follow Your Dream Scholarship Lauren Barr, Ferguson High School Xavier Biggs, Thompson Valley High School Kohen Hubble, Loveland High School Ford Scholarship Daniel Hatton, Berthoud High School Holly Jaros, Berthoud High School

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Jabaily Community Service Scholarship Jacqueline Carrion-Ramirez, Berthoud High School Elliot Harrington, Mountain View High School Andrea Koly, Mountain View High School Jaeda Lapp, Loveland High School Aidan Magruder, Loveland High School Kathryn Propp Memorial Scholarship Jacqueline Carrion-Ramirez, Berthoud High School Allison Mertens, Thompson Valley High School Bradley Peters, Mountain View High School Allie Sanders, Thompson Valley High School Matteo Scalise, Loveland High School Law Office of Brady, McFarland & Lord Scholarship Daniel Hatton, Berthoud High School Lehigh Memorial Women’s Golf Scholarship Reece Bandemer, Loveland High School Maryn Harlow, Loveland High School Live Laugh Love Believe Scholarship Libby Himes, Mountain View High School Elsa Whittaker, Loveland High School Loveland Big Thompson Kiwanis Scholarship Mary Liakas, Thompson Valley High School Loveland Contractors/Vocational Trade Scholarship William Moneypenny, Berthoud High School Loveland Golden K Kiwanis Foundation Scholarship Jason Maitta, Thompson Valley High School Camryn Wiersema, Thompson Valley High School Loveland Rotary Scholarship Bailey Arellano, Mountain View High School Lauren Barr, Ferguson High School Bailey Bianco, Mountain View High School Amy Brewer, Ferguson High School Lexi Custer, Berthoud High School Kathryn Daley, Mountain View High School

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Loveland Rotary Scholarship (cont.)

Erika Garcia Calderon, Ferguson View High School Mauryise Johnson, Ferguson High School Andrea Koly, Mountain View High School Mary Liakas, Thompson Valley High School Aidan Magruder, Loveland High School Kayli Olsen, Ferguson High School Taylor Payne, Ferguson High School MaRynne Robertson, Loveland High School Gabriella Saenz, Mountain View High School Lillian Strait, Berthoud High School Mary Ann & Velma Jean Memorial Scholarship Taryn Thompson, Loveland High School Braden Turner, Loveland High School McKee Ferguson Scholarship Lauren Barr, Ferguson High School Amy Brewer, Ferguson High School Erika Garcia Calderon, Ferguson High School Mauryise Johnson, Ferguson High School Kayli Olsen, Ferguson High School Taylor Payne, Ferguson High School Gavin Wadholm, Ferguson High School Nick Wiesen Memorial Scholarship Kiren Wimber, Mountain View High School RE/MAX Alliance Local Excellence Scholarship Elliot Harrington, Mountain View High School Anya Knoll, Berthoud High School Aidan Magruder, Loveland High School Chloe Rojas, Thompson Valley High School Salomonson/Fickel Scholarship Jacqueline Carrion-Ramirez, Berthoud High School Christian Foxworth, Berthoud High School Salomonson/Fickel Scholarship Jacqueline Carrion-Ramirez, Berthoud High School Christian Foxworth, Berthoud High School

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Scotty Weissmann Scholarship Aleqzander Baker, Loveland High School Zoey Boudette, Loveland High School Dylan Lindgren, Loveland High School Sethre Scholarship Taryn Thompson, Loveland High School Braden Turner, Loveland High School Sierra Marie Krizman Memorial Scholarship Bailey Arellano, Mountain View High School Stuart & Barbara Boyd Scholarship Christian Foxworth, Berthoud High School Ted & Mabel Thompson Loveland Valentine Scholarship Bailey Bianco, Mountain View High School Zoey Boudette, Loveland High School Kaylee Chavez, Mountain View High School Ellie Heiser, Loveland High School Payton Rechkemmer, Mountain View High School Clara Stewart, Loveland High School Teen Parent Scholarship Yami Campos Maldonado, Ferguson High School TEF Scholarship Riley Eberhardt, Loveland High School Luke Orr, Thompson Valley High School Noa Phillips, Mountain View High School

TEF 2023 Scholarship Awards

92 New Awards: $218,869.71 40 Renewals/Deferrals: $145,500.00 123 GRAND TOTAL: $364,369.71

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DR. STAN SCHEER MEMORIAL STUDENT OPPORTUNITY FUND GOLF TOURNAMENT Friday, August 4 Mariana Butte Golf Course Foursome signups begin on July 6: thompsontef.org/golf-tournament

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 provides gap funding to TSD 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 sold)

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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 sold)

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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 FUND GOLF TOURNAMENT SPONSORSHIP FORM PROGRAM/EVENT

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AMOUNT $

DR. STAN SCHEER MEMORIAL STUDENT OPPORTUNITY FUND 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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970-613-5074

thompsontef.org

“Hey, that’s a great idea!”

TEF awards Great Idea Grants to TSD teachers and staff for the purpose of implementing an innovative project within education and instruction to enhance the student learning experience. A teacher or staff member may be awarded grants up to $2,000.

Beginning with the 2023-2024 school year, the Great Idea Grant application window will be from early August to early October for implementation in classrooms that school year.

We encourage teachers from each TSD school to submit Great Idea Grant applications this fall.

2023 Application window: Aug. 14 - Oct. 1 Grant decision notices: on or before Dec. 1 Grant application access: thompsontef.org/teacher-grants-1 13

Support TEF programs at the 15th annual Sounds of Centerra concert series.

Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and find a comfortable spot on the Great Lawn to enjoy Denver favorite, That Eighties Band.

• Where: Chapungu Sculpture Park Great Lawn (behind Macy’s at the Promenade Shops at Centerra) • When: Friday, July 28, 7 to 9 pm • Cost: free to the public

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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 SUMMER JUNE Pride Month Father’s Day: June 18 Juneteenth: June 19 JULY Picnic Month Independence Day: July 4 AUGUST

Donate on our website

Donate with Venmo

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Immunization Awareness Nonprofit Day: August 17

HELP KIDS SUCCEED SCHEER GOLF TOURNAMENT 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 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

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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