Scottsdale Unified School District Foundation’s Mission
Bring awareness to the Scottsdale Unified School District’s significant financial needs and focus on fundraising to support programs that make the biggest difference in the educational experiences of our children.
Scottsdale Unified School District Foundation Goals
Support the District's Vision to:
- Create and sustain 100% Excelling Schools by 2010 (currently 22 of 32 schools in the district are rated Excelling)
- Help each child excel to achieve his/her full potential.
SUSD Foundation Kicks Off Awareness Building Efforts
Brad Casper, President and CEO of the Dial Corporation, hosted an inaugural SUSD Foundation awareness building reception at Dial’s corporate headquarters on May 31, 2006. The event brought together180 interested business and community leaders, elected officials, parents and educators to help build awareness for Foundation’s mission and objectives.
After socializing over drinks and appetizers, Brad Casper took the floor to explain the critical need to develop Arizona students’ skills and experiences to prepare them for future careers. Dr. John M. Baracy, Superintendent SUSD followed by Liz Harvey, Executive Director of the Foundation who explained the organization’s vision, mission, strategies and plans. While primarily an awareness building effort, the Foundation raised over $15,000 at this event.
Additional News
- February 2008 – Helios/SUSD Foundation Quest for Excellence Program Promotes New Learning Experiences.
- 2007 – Helios Education Foundation Grants $35,000 annually to support teacher mini-grant program
- 2006-2007 – SUSD Foundation Awareness Campaign
- 2006 – SUSD Foundation Kicks Off Awareness Building Efforts