The District 279 Foundation is a vibrant, 501(c)3 charitable organization
with a mission to support and enhance the School District 279's dedication
to learning. The District 279 Foundation continues to grow each day,
thanks to the many generous donations received from citizens, community
organizations, District 279 staff, local businesses and major corporate
partners.
The District 279 Foundation began in 1991 with a simple vision . . . to
give students an extra edge by creating exciting and innovative programs
which enhance traditional school learning experiences. Thanks to the leadership
provided by my predecessors, June Long and Lee Skavanger, this strong tradition
of excellence continues today.
The District 279 Foundation provides more than $200,000 annually in three
specific project areas:
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Classroom Grant Program (grades Pre-K through Adult)
Supports staff-generated enrichment classroom grants that enhance
educational opportunities that cannot be funded by Osseo Area School
District funds
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Reading is Fundamental (RIF) Reading Initiative (grades Pre-K through
12)
Supports the goal to have all students reading at grade level
Character/Leadership
Initiative
Supports the premise that all children must learn to interact constructively
with others and that their character and leadership development will
have a lasting impact on future success
The major District 279 Foundation events for the 2007-2008 school year are
as follows:
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School District 279 Employee-Giving Campaign: October 8-17, 2007
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Community Annual Giving Campaign: Fall 2007/Winter 2008
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"A Night Out" dinner and fundraising event at Rush Creek Golf Club:
Thursday, February
14, 2008
- "An Investment in Youth" recognition dinner at Park Center Senior High School: May 4th, 2008
Your involvement in this important work is needed and our youth will be
better served as a result. If you’ve been a part of the District 279
Foundation effort, we thank you and encourage your continued support. If
you are new and would like to contribute or become more involved in the initiatives
of the District 279 Foundation, please contact me directly at 763-391-7115,
or you may send an e-mail message at loobym@district279.org
Michael G. Looby, Director
District 279 Foundation
