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GPPSD EDUCATION
FOUNDATION - ANNUAL
REPORT
2015-2016
10213 99 Street, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 2H3 www.gppsdedfoundation.ca
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Vision & Mission Statements
Our Vision:
A dynamic and responsive foundation that supports enhanced learning opportunities for Grande Prairie Public School District students. Our Mission:
The Foundation provides grants, scholarships and recognition to support students in striving for excellence. Contact Us Laura LaValley, Executive Director 10213 99 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 2H3 Telephone 780 532 4491 Ext #1006 Fax 780 539 4265 Email [email protected] Website www.gppsdedfoundation.ca Facebook: www.facebook.com/gppsdedfoundation/ Registered Charity #888846037RR0001 Charitable receipts are issued for all donations over $20 Donations can be made by cash, debit, credit card or cheque.
Board of Directors
George Malcolm, Chair Angus Sutherland, Vice-Chair Jeff Olson, Treasurer Ken Belke, Director Jun Bibangco, Director Clyde Blackburn, Director Sandy McDonald, Director Dave McRae, Director Karen Prokopowich, Director Lorne Radbourne, Director Laura LaValley, Executive Director
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Executive Summary
The Grande Prairie Public School District Education Foundation continues to be dedicated to
providing resources and services that foster educational experiences and opportunities for
students in our community.
As a charitable organization, the Foundation strives to fundraise for these initiatives through
viable projects and supportive partnerships. Throughout the year the Foundation submitted
grants, partnered with local professional organizations, hosted a major event, acquired private
and public donations that all contributed to the organization’s overall purpose.
Striving for Excellence Awards ceremony is our signature event and one of the main reasons the
GPPSD Education Foundation was created. This year, the 15th annual Striving for Excellence
Awards event celebrated 107 successful students from grades 4 through 12. Students were
nominated based on one of three categories; outstanding student, service award or striving for
excellence award. The SFE Awards Dinner was held at the Bowes Family Gardens at Revolution
Place on October 7th, 2015, with over 350 family members, teachers and dignitaries applauding
student achievement. During the event the Foundation was pleased to recognize and award
scholarships to thirteen graduating students pursuing post-secondary studies.
Throughout the school year, the Education Foundation takes pride in being able to support
projects and initiatives which enhance the learning experience for the students in our District.
Through our annual School Grants Program, the Education Foundation was able to disburse
over $12,000 to support programs, activities, and materials that enriched learning for these
students.
Nutrition for students was a very important initiative for the school district. With the economic
downturn the need was great. Through support of the United Way and Rotary Partnerships,
we were able to expand our support to 3 local schools, providing breakfast, snacks and lunches
to elementary students in need. In association with the school district the Foundation worked
to access community funding dollars, corporate and private donations to support the program.
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Feed the Kids
Feed the Kids was initiated by Image Design as a fundraiser to help champion the Nutrition &
Wellness Programs. This year’s event was held on June 15, 2016. It was hampered by severe
weather, but surprisingly we still had a great
turnout and supportive donors. People braved the
rain to line up to one of five food trucks to
experience local and cultural cuisine. Attendees
were asked to provide a donation for the “Feed
the Kids” event in exchange for lunch, which was
paid for by Image Design.
Feed the Kids will be an annual fundraiser benefitting both the GPPSD Education Foundation and
the Catholic School District. This year funds raised for GPPSD Education Foundation totalled
$4,326.00
We are truly grateful for the time, energy and planning that
goes into this event, and of course the financial contribution!
Thank-you Image Design!
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Financial Summary
2014-2015 2015-2016
Total Assets $195,265 $184, 884
Total Liabilities $141,422 $101,273
Total Equity $53,843 $83,611
Total Revenue $143,364 $195,414
Total Expenses $151,257 $159, 984
Budget Surplus (Deficit) ($7893) $35, 430
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Fundraising Initiatives
The Foundation continues to participate in unique fundraising initiatives that will provide a
sustainable revenue source.
Activity Grants Partnerships Events Donations
50/50 Lottery $21,432
Jet Away Raffle $9,500
Feed the Kids $4,326
Cars for Christmas $5,000
Cash & Camping $5,000
Dream Home $5,220
United Way $13,250 $2,625
Parkside Playground $8,515.
Striving for Excellence $1,750
KMSC Charity Golf $4,636
Other Donations $12,267
Community Foundation $8,745
Total $13,250 $19,856 $35,258 $33,902
Fundraising Summary
A. The 50/50 Lottery is generously supported by the GPPSD staff and continues to grow
each year. This year the lottery pool of $21,432 was shared between three winners
each month. Draws began in October and finished up in June with two final draw dates.
B. WestJet donated two return travels tickets to anywhere they fly for the annual Jet Away
Raffle. The raffle targeted GPPSD staff mainly and raised an impressive $9,500!
C. Feed the Kids was a great success! The event was organized by Image Design as a
fundraising endeavor to support the Nutrition & Wellness Program earning $4,326 in
donations. Five local food trucks lined up in front of Image Design. Attendees were
asked to make a donation on behalf of the Education Foundation in exchange for lunch,
all lunches were paid by Image Design. Aztec Engineering donated $1,500 and brought a
bus with their staff to enjoy the variety of lunch options!
D. Rotary accepted our partnership application for the Cars for Christmas ticket sales. The
Foundation Board members and volunteers sold tickets at the Prairie Mall outlet in
December 2015. Our partnership raised $5,000 in revenue.
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E. We were also fortunate enough to take part in Cash & Camping lottery. Again
volunteers from the Board of Directors and District staff members sold tickets and
yielded $5,000.
F. The 2016 Dream Home Lottery netted $5,250. Again volunteers helped with selling
tickets at the Dream Home and were excited to be involved!
G. The Foundation was the recipient of a United Way grant which provided the Foundation
with $13,250 for the Nutrition & Wellness Program. Funds for the program were
allocated quarterly in 2015-2016 and put towards nutrition needs at 3 schools.
H. The Foundation coordinated private donations for the Parkside Playground Project
totaling $8,515.
I. Striving for Excellence Awards generated $1,750 in additional ticket sales and family
donations.
J. KMSC Charity Golf Tournament was held in July and was very prosperous for all the not-
for profit groups who were accepted to participate. The Foundation had a team of four
playing in the charity golf event. Each not for profit was assigned to host a hole on the
golf course and provide a fun activity for the golfer. We had beautiful weather so
participants loved our water gun game! Our participation produced a cheque for $4,636
K. Other Donations includes $12,267 from private, community and corporate donors
L. Community Foundation support totaled $8,745 through Community Impact grants.
Future Gifts
A special thank you to our kind donors who have committed to bestowing a life insurance policy
to the GPPSD Education Foundation.
*Helen & Stan Neufeld *Lorne & Donna Radbourne
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Investing in Students
Scholarships
The GPPSD Education Foundation awarded thirteen graduating students with scholarships at
the annual Striving for Excellence Awards Dinner. Graduating students are encouraged to apply
through their high school for the various scholarships. Teachers and administrators select
students based on scholarship criteria and the student achievement.
Scholarship Value Quantity
Career Technology Studies – Communications $2,000 2
Career Technology Studies – Automotives $1,000 1
Career Technology Studies –Design Studies $1,000 1
Career Technology Studies - Cosmotology $1,000 1
Croken Scholarship – Academic Achievement $ 500 1
Chris Gonnet – Leadership $ 500 1
ASBOA $1,000 2
Leah Podollan Scholarship $ 500 1
Morgan Brian J Diesel $ 500 1
Weyerhaeuser $1,000 1
FNMI – Aboriginal Achievement $ 500 1
Total Scholarship Allocation $9,500.00 13
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School Grant Programs 2015-2016
At the beginning of each new school year the Education Foundation accepts grant applications
from the schools in our District. The school grant program helps to fund various school projects
and programs that do not fall under the basic education funding criteria. The Board of
Directors reviews the applications and allocates funds based on the school need and criteria.
This year, the Board provided $12,220.00 for 9 projects and programs that helped enhance the
learning experience for our students.
School/Organization Project Description Approved for 2015-2016
Avondale School Orff Instruments $ 1,000.00
Swanavon School Music for Kids $ 1,000.00
Crystal Park School SEVEC – Youth Exchange $ 1,000.00
Ecole Parkside After School Learning Program $ 1,680.00
GP Christian School Lego Mindstorm $ 1,500.00
Aspen Grove School Telus World of Science – Science in Motion $ 1,000.00
GP Composite High School First Responders $ 2,500.00
FNMI Spirit Seekers Youth Conference $ 1,540.00
Ecole Parkside Ukeleles $ 1,000.00
Total $ 12,220.00
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Community Knowledge Campus Sports Fields
The GPPSD Education Foundation was part of the Tri Partnership Group working in
collaboration with the City of Grande Prairie and the Grande Prairie Catholic School District to
establish a fundraising and sponsorship campaign for the CKC Sports Fields. The purpose of the
group was to work together to develop a sponsorship and fundraising campaign to raise
funding dollars for the much needed infrastructure to complete the football field (lights, score
clock and bleachers). Currently, the
City of Grande Prairie has approved
the construction of this facility through
debenture financing of the 3.14 million
dollar grandstand. This facility would
encourage more people to engage in
sport through spectating, and would
allow for our city to host provincial
level competitions, encouraging
excellence in sports among our
students and community.
Striving for Excellence
The annual Striving for Excellence Awards
Dinner recognizes student dedication and
hard work in the pursuit of student
achievement. This year, 107 students
and 350 guests attended the 15th Annual
Striving for Excellence Dinner on October
7th, 2015 at the Bowes Family Garden
Centre featuring guest speaker Natalie
Harper. Natalie shared her experiences
as an award winning advertising and
public relations guru. The event aimed to
recognize excellence and celebrated each
individual’s success and achievements.
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Nutrition & Wellness Program
The Nutrition and Wellness Program is offered to students in three public schools within the
Grande Prairie community (Avondale, Hillside, and Alexander Forbes School). The target
population is elementary students (ECS-Grade 6) however, the program is open to any student
in need. These schools have a recognized demographic of mid to low income, aboriginal
families and a high level of single parent homes.
There are many reasons that prevent children
from attending school well-nourished and
ready to learn. The Nutrition & Wellness
Program is a positive way for students to start
their day with the good nutrition they need.
Proper nutrition is critical to a child's physical,
emotional and healthy development. Children
who have access to consistent healthy meals
do better in school, academically and socially.
The Nutrition & Wellness Program was
designed to provide students with access to healthy food choices in a welcoming environment.
Each school tailors the Nutrition Program to their student need. It can include the following:
1. Breakfast is available to children who have not eaten before arriving at school
2. Classroom snacks, every classroom has a basket of fresh fruit, granola bars, cereal snacks and all children are welcome to have a snack as needed.
3. Lunches are available to students who do not have a lunch.
“I have no food at home and I am hungry so I come here”
GPPSD Student (referring to coming to the staff room to have breakfast)
“It provides students a healthy start to their learning day. It exposes students to different types of foods which they may not have the opportunity to try otherwise.”
Parent Council President
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The GPPSD Education Foundation will direct its’ resources to fundraising initiatives that support
striving for excellence and enriching the learning experience for our students.
A. Striving for Excellence Awards Dinner
B. Nutrition & Wellness Program
C. Scholarship Sponsorship
D. Student Grant Programs
a. Literacy/Numeracy
b. Student Success
c. Learning Enhancement Initiatives
d. Music Programs
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Community Giving in the Grande Prairie Public School District
Thank you to our corporate sponsors and private donors for their abundant support of the
GPPSD Education Foundation. All our valued contributors help the Foundation to promote
education and student achievement in our community. Your partnership in support of
education is much appreciated!
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A sincere thank you to the Grande Prairie Public School District staff, Board Directors/Trustees
and volunteers who support the GPPSD Education Foundation throughout the year. We could
not help our students strive for excellence without you!
Respectfully submitted,
Laura LaValley Executive Director