Spring 2008 Calling for Kids Raises over $161,0000
Calling for Kids 2008, ISF's annual spring fundraising campaign,
culminated with over 300 high school students calling district families on the
nights of April 1st and 2nd. Early receipts indicate the campaign generated over
$160,000 in contributions.
"Thank you, thank you, thank you," say Calling for Kids Co-Chairs
Kelly Munn and Deborah Parsons. Calling for Kids is a huge team event
that could not have been done by just a few. We are grateful to everyone who
played a part -- District staff, PTSA's, student callers, those who wrote
letters to the editor in support of the campaign, and the hundreds of donors who
responded to our appeal. The money raised will help make a difference in our
students' lives."
Proceeds from Calling for Kids are earmarked for the expansion of
Project GLAD training for District staff. GLAD is a 'best practices' program
proven to increase student achievement. GLAD empowers teachers with strategies
to teach to the highest level while supporting students of all learning styles.
The influx of Calling for Kids funds will enable the District to
accelerate the Project GLAD training timetable and provide GLAD mentors and GLAD
Grad seminars.
ISF Executive Director Robin Callahan articulated her thoughts on Calling
for Kids 2008, "While we may not have reached our revenue goal, we did
reach new donors, collaborate with an incredible group of community members, and
expand awareness of how the partnership between ISF and the District enhances
education for everyone. These are accomplishments of which we can all be proud."
Watch Teachers and Parents talking about GLAD at Issaquah
Schools:
Click the Play button (►) to view
the Calling for Kids GLAD Teacher Training Video
