2 013-14ANNUALIMPACTREPORT

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FROM THE CEOThank you to the Board of Directors, staff,

and the entire OWL community for the warm welcome and honor to serve as OWL’s CEO!

Since coming on board in April, I’m happy to report that OWL finished both the school year and summer with strong performances. OWL notched important milestones including serving over 1,000 students, expanding our popular robotics program, introducing a new web design track,

tripling summer technology camp opportunities, and nearly doubling our Middle School program.

In 2015, OWL will celebrate an important birthday as we turn 15, an age fittingly associated with growth spurts. OWL will focus on improving and expanding our programs to increase the number of students we serve. We will add at least two traditional after school sites and explore new models to deliver advanced technology experiences to more students. We will begin studying the long-term effects of OWL’s Middle School program. We will partner with leading organizations in the after school and technology fields to expand our career exploration opportunities for students along with technology and youth development training for our exceptional staff.

We invite you to come grow with us! We thank you, our teachers, staff, board, funders, volunteers and of course, our students, who enrich our lives with their creativity and enthusiasm. Because of OWL, they are creating possibilities through technology for themselves, their families, and our communities every day.

Appreciatively,

Piep van Heuven

OpenWorld Learning MISSION:

and ignite a love of learning.

to develop leadership

Support children’s school success

by tapping the power of digital

technology

and peer teaching

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TAPPING THE POWER OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY

OpenWorld Learning uses the following software and systems in after school and summer camp programs:

MicroWorlds (LCSI) - Programming software that uses the Logo language. Photoshop Elements (ADOBE) - Photo editing and graphic design software.

Frames (Tech4Learning) - Stop motion animation software.

LEGO MINDSTORMS & WeDo - Robotics programming systems.

ImageBlender (Tech4Learning) - Photo editing software for elementary level students.

Google Apps for Education - Classroom collaboration tools.

Scratch (MIT) - Drag and drop programming software.

Sphero (Orbotix) - Fast-moving robotic sphere controlled with smartphone apps.

I was very interested in starting OWL

because I thought it was going to be fun.

But OH WOW! This is SO great!

– Student at Colfax Elementary

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OWL is the only Elementary and Middle School curriculum to be awarded the ISTE Seal of Alignment for Proficiency.

The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE®) is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in advancing excellence

in learning and teaching through the innovative and effective use of technology in PK-12 and teacher education.

The ISTE Standards are the standards for learning, teaching and leading in the digital age and are widely recognized and adopted worldwide.*

*Text from ISTE.org/standards

“I now use my laptop to help me on my homework. Also, it helps me so I can listen to music and search things that I need to know. I would also like to say is that when my parents or siblings need the computer I let them use it because we didn’t have a computer before I got my laptop so it is a very good help. I use

the laptop to do some MicroWorlds so I can get ideas in what to do in OWL. I am very thankful because the laptop helps my family and me very much. Overall I

feel very joyful that the laptop helps me in my life!” – Lee, Ellis Elementary School

“ I felt excited when I got my laptop because I never got something that was big

and I couldn’t afford.”

In 2013-14, 154 students earned laptops and tablets by completing OWL projects!

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Engaging elementary students by encouraging creativity, self-guided learning, and technological exploration.

A fun and challenging curriculum empowers students inside and outside of the classroom as they learn original animation skills, internet research and safety, and computer programming.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PROGRAM

MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAM

An inventive, hands-on middle school technology program supports the development of essential problem solving,

project planning, and time management skills.

Students learn by building, imagining, testing, and sharing ideas with their peers and teachers, gaining skills and knowledge that last a lifetime.

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OWL SUMMER TECH CAMPSGRADES 3RD – 8TH

This summer OWL provided opportunities to students at nine locations across the Denver metro area.

OWL camps use thematic weeks focusing on different advanced technology tools, including programming, movie making, digital photography, and graphic design. Students participate in the City of Denver’s reading initiative, Youth One Book, One Denver, to promote literacy and reduce summer learning loss.

One site even partnered with technology company Orbotix to pilot a new Sphero robotics curriculum.

45%Females

52% English

Language Learners 87%

Minorities

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PROGRAM 8 Sites: Archuleta, Colfax, Eagleton, Edgewater, Ellis, Garden Place, Munroe, Vista PEAK Exploratory 3 Districts: Denver Public Schools, Aurora Public Schools, Jeffco Public Schools Students: 386 Student Contact Hours: 64,970 Student Leaders: 87 Incentives Earned: 245

MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAM 3 Sites: Bruce Randolph School, Kepner Middle School, Vista PEAK Exploratory 2 Districts: Denver Public Schools, Aurora Public Schools Students: 283 Student Contact Hours: 17,651 Incentives Earned: 145

OWL SUMMER TECH CAMP 9 Sites: University of Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver, Archuleta Elementary,

Edgewater Elementary, McAuliffe International School, Park Hill School, Smith Renaissance School, Hallett Fundamental Academy, College View

Schools Represented: 114 Students: 421 Student Contact Hours: 36,100

TOTAL 2013-14 Students Participated: 1,023Contact Hours: 118,721Incentives Earned: 390

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EVALUATIONAimed to find efficacy and improve our overall program in support of our mission. Interested students are randomly selected to participate.

... Excite students about learning?

... Teach students how to use technology in responsible and creative ways?

... Teach students how to have a good sense of group dynamics and leadership skills?

... Teach students sound self-evaluation and project reflection?

... Teach students how to use computer based technology?DO

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OWL’S EVALUATION HAS NOW COMPLETED 2 OF 3 YEARS

RESEARCHAimed to find out how OWL affects student success in the school day.

... Increase academic engagement?

... Increase academic effort?

... Increase technology skills?

OWL’S RESEARCH HAS NOW COMPLETED 4 OF 6 YEARS

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MATTERSwhat MEASURING

TO MOVE FORWARD• Following past students to measure OWL’s long

term effect.

• Implementing a Middle School Evaluation Project.

• Partnering with the Denver Afterschool Alliance as part of the Demonstration Project to pilot the Weikart Center’s Youth Program Quality Intervention (YPQI) as well as a Social Emotional measure of OWL students using the Survey of Academic and Youth Outcomes (SAYO).

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• There are statistically significant differences between 3rd, 4th and 5th grade OWL and non-OWL students with regard to their 2011, 2012, and 2013 Math TCAP scores. –From Research

• Teachers report OWL students consistently demonstrate stronger learning characteristics, such as responsibility and participation in the classroom, than non-OWL students in a matched comparison group. – From Evaluation

• A majority of students in the Middle School program demonstrate at least 18 of ISTE’s 24 essential technology skills. – From Research

• OWL elementary students acquired over 100% more critical thinking skills than non-OWL students in a matched comparison group. – From Evaluation

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• Mary Joy and Jerre Stead receive the Dean Abrams Leadership Award

• 150 guests welcome OWL’s 4th CEO, Piep van Heuven, at The Denver Post reception

• Over 1,000 students participate in OWL programs

• Four tuition summer camps launch

• OWL unveils a new logo

• OWL introduces mascot, Pixel the OWL

• Over 400 attend OWL’s 5th Annual TechFair coding and robotics competition

• 2nd Annual SofTec Solutions Golf Invitational benefiting OWL

• 8th Annual Gala and Silent Auction raises over $136,000

• Measuring what Matters at the Governor’s Residence announces 2nd year of evaluation and research outcomes

• CTA and MAD friends hold events to support OWL

• IHS Back to School Drive fills 175 backpacks to benefit OWL students

• OWL announces two middle school programs in Fall 2014

• Partnerships expand with Denver Afterschool Alliance, Better Business Bureau and DPS Family and Community Engagement (FACE) AmeriCorps

• OWL students compete in FIRST LEGO League competition

2013-2014HIGHLIGHTS

FINANCIAL OVERVIEWJULY 1, 2013 – JUNE 30, 2014

A complete copy of OpenWorld Learning’s financial statements, audited by Wagner Barnes & Griggs, PC, is available upon request.

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES

ASSETS June 30, 2014 REVENUE

Cash and Cash Equivalents $212,672 Contributions and Grants: Contributions Receivable 210,006 Individuals $160,520Investments - Community First Foundation 39,042 Corporations 93,327Prepaid Expenses & Deposits 6,072 Foundations 343,011Property and Equipment 20,961 Government 86,515Donated Inventory 19,901 Program Service 34,747Total Assets $508,654 Events 177,053 In-kind and Contributed Services 165,487LIABILITIES Investment Income 7,220

Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses 60,044 Total Revenue $ 1,067,880Deferred Revenue 4,050 Total Liabilities 64,094 EXPENSES Program Services $806,215 NET ASSETS $444,560 Supporting Services General and Administrative 65,209TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS $508,654 Fundraising 123,724

Costs of Direct Benefits to Donors 133,110

Total Expenses $ 1,128,258

CHANGE IN NET ASSETS $(60,378)

NET ASSETS - July 1, 2013 $ 504,938 NET ASSETS - June 30, 2014 $ 444,560

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DENVER ADVISORY BOARDThe Honorable Terrance CarrollRichard GarciaMaria GuajardoElsa HolguinTim MarquezJames MejiaDan RitchieChris Romer

NATIONAL ADVISORY BOARDGail BreslowRick BurnesThe Honorable Federico PeñaDavid CavalloSeymour PapertMitchel Resnick

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Myron AndersonTim BeranekAdrian CastroTyler CoombeJonathan GearAnnie Grenier WrightSteven HalstedtRobert HutchinsonMary Frances JeffriesHemal JhaveriChris Laping

Kristine LapingKendrick McLishStella PetersonDoug PromJo RuderMary Joy SteadKathy StrandbergAlexie TuneMichael VaughanBrett WilhelmGloria Zamora

EMERITUS BOARDMary Chavez RudolphCindy PeñaJim PolsfutTodd Siler

SUPPORTERS

JULY 1, 2013 – JUNE 30, 2014

THANK YOU!Your support makes our students’ success a reality.

CORPORATIONSLCSIAmCheckVistar CorporationStaplesIZZE BeveragesSquareTwo FinancialDeep Rock WaterBobo’s Oat BarsSpheroWhole FoodsLittle Pub CateringDuffeyroll CaféCake CrumbsThe 3D Printer StoreFront Range Executive

Service Corps (FRESC)AvnetBank of AmericaCaring ConnectionCoBIz BankComcastCommVaultCorrado-Harrison and AssociatesCovidienDeloitteDenver Investment Advisors, LLCDigital GlobeDISYSFairfield and WoodsGalvanizeGAVS Technologies, N.A. Inc.Great West FinancialGreat-West Life & Annuity

Insurance CoGreenberg TraurigIHSInnovative E-Commerce, Inc.Jobadder.comLewan & AssociatesLT Environmental, Inc.McGhee Productivity

SolutionsMont Blanc GourmetPaxti’s PizzaPEAK ResourcesPivotal LabsProtoTest, LLCReady Talk/Evocate, Inc.Sendgrid, IncSLI Global SolutionsSofTec SolutionsSpotlightStevens and AssociatesSuncorSwiftPageThe Power of OmThe Regis CompanyTriWorthViaWestZim Consulting

FOUNDATIONSCharles Schwab FoundationCommunity First Foundation -

Colorado GivesCommunity Foundation of

Northern CODenver Active 20-30John Duncan Charitable TrustFirst Data FoundationFulcrum FoundationGannett FoundationGates Family FoundationHarmes C. Fishback/

Stapleton Foundation TrustHarvey Family FoundationIAC FoundationHelen K and Arthur E Johnson

FoundationKerr FoundationKinder Morgan FoundationLEGO Children’s FundNord Family FoundationPeyback FoundationRose Community FoundationSchwab Charitable FundSprout FoundationThe Anschutz FoundationThe Joseph Family FoundationThe Women’s Foundation of

ColoradoVirginia Hill FoundationWells Fargo FoundationWestern Union FoundationDenver FoundationDenver Post CharitiesLiving Closer FoundationEncana Foundation

COMMUNITY PARTNERSColorado Technology

AssociationDenver Quality After School

ConnectionHope CommunitiesJunior League of DenverMile High NetworksMile High United WayKroenke Sports CharitiesDenver Museum of Nature

and ScienceFiske PlanetariumDenver ZooHistory ColoradoSocial Venture Partners7NEWSDPS Family and Community

Engagement (FACE)

INDIVIDUALSAlex AbbottAlexa AbramsBetsy AbramsOrin AbramsVic AhmedRachael AkayValeria AlberolaPhyllis AlbrittonChristy & Hal AndersonRichard ArborBetty ArkellImran AslamSharon BaileyJill and Osvaldo BaldessariVanessa BarkerCandice BatailleKristi BellTim Beranek and Paula

MolliconiMarni BergDavid BernsteinCaroline BlairDana and Daniell BoomHeath BriggsAnne BrinkmanKristin & Stephen BrownsonKim Brown-WilmsenJay & Bunnie BuschLindsey MuesselJulie BusseyStacy CarpenterJennifer CaseyAndrew CastilloAdrian CastroStephen ChaneyJohn & Catherine CoucoulesAli CraigoAndy DavisKent DawsonDiane DegenhartJoan DenningAnne DessertJon DezelskyMindy DiazPete & Kelly DignanJames DorrisAmber DuffyTom FeldkampSonia FloresGarrett FosterJodi FosterTanya Frank JonesTas FrashurePeter and Gail FritzingerKelly FullerLarry and Barb FullertonLorraine GallickJonathan & Robin GearKathleen GenereuxTula GiokasJoe GlasmanAnastasia Glennie

James GreenTimothy GreinAnnie Grenier WrightAnurag GuptaAlbert GutierrezScott HalfordCraig HallidaySusan & Steven HalstedtGil and Carol HamiltonSydelle HarmsLeslie HarrisPaul HartmanPriscilla HawkinsonCorey HayesBill HeckRobin and David HellerPaul HerbkaJulie HillPamela HovikKim HudelsonRita HughesCarolun & Drew HunterRobert & Dita HutchinsonDarius JackTim and Mary Frances JeffriesChris JennerDoug JennerMarcia JohnsonCheryl JonesPerry JowseySW KeilLydia KerrScott and Christine KeyAnne KleinRon LaeyendeckerChris and Kristine LapingJeff LargenYvette and Randy LarsonMartha LassenPrisca LearmannBenjamin LeavittClarissa LeeDiane LeslieJeffrey LeventhalRand & Leslie LewisJulie LeyMichael LindenbaumDavid and Jeannine LooneyJeff MaccoKarl & Julie MaierMeredith & Jason MalecLandis & Sharon MartinHarvey and Judy MartzEd & Sally MattixKendrick McLish & Karen IkerJoyce MeyersDallas MillerEric MitisekSusana MoeningMitch and Maggie MorrisseyStephanie MostellerClare & PaulNavinLydia Zarganis NeptuneReid and Nora Neureiter

Ruthie NeuwirthJanna OakesEdgar & Abbe OdenwalderHenry John OechsleGinger PaizCarlos PenaDave and Susan PersonStella & John PetersonTimothy and Karen PfeiferAmy PhilipsCori Plotkin StreetmanKevin PoindextJustin ProchnowNathan QuintanaJim RankinAmy & Jeff RavalMargaret Reber-WynnPaula RedmondHeinke and Dieter ReitzigLea Ann and Rolf ReitzigAmy RellGreg and Rowena Cipiano

ReyesMaria ReyesAnn Richardson & Bill StolfusSara RichmanChristine White RidleyDennis RobinsonDeborah RoosAdam RossJo Ruder & Bob McKenzieConnie RuleJoAnn ScharmannPhil SchmittenJoann SebbyPavel ShimkinPhyllis ShoemakerDavid and Shannon ShulseGail SigmanJoan & Todd SilerJeff and Jessica SissonGretchen SmithSusan SmithCandy & Stephen SotwickMarianne SowinMelissa StaffordJerre and Mary Joy SteadMichael Stice

& Kathleen KingDennis StoltenbergKathy StrandbergAlex StricklandSteve and Kathryn SwalmMary TappeAndrea & Jeffrey TarrVictoria TempleRyan TharpLee Rains ThomasAndrea ThompsonLinda TiffanyMelissa TondiAnn TrommeterColeen TruaxCameron and Alexie Tune

Mike and Stefania VaughanLinda VlietNancy and Greg WagnerVicki WesemanSue WierengaDebra WilcoxShana & Brett WilhelmBrian WilhelmKevin WilhelmDionne WilliamsLarry WolkBarbara WyattGloria ZamoraJoseph ZellShira & Marty ZimmermanDiana WalkerJustin JaschkeMark OslerScottie StepinaNate BentzCarol McGowenIn Memory: Dean Abrams

GOVERNMENT & SCHOOLS Archuleta ElementaryAurora Public SchoolsBruce RandolphColfax ElementaryDenver Public SchoolsEagleton ElementaryGraland Country Day SchoolGrant Beacon Middle SchoolKepner MiddleMetropolitan State University

of DenverRegis UniversityUniv. of DenverJeffco Public SchoolsVista Peak CampusPark Hill Elementary SchoolMcAuliffe International

SchoolArrupe Jesuit High School Denver Office of Children’s

AffairsJefferson County

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