JEF Announces 2010 School Year Annual Inititiave Project Winners
Expanding on the huge success of last year’s Jackson School Garden Project, the JEF offered to fund up to five separate faculty developed Initiative Project proposals for the 2010/11 school year. Each of these projects are devised and envisioned to seed an idea that will benefit the students of the Jericho School District. Last year we received one proposal. This year over TWENTY teachers submitted THIRTEEN ideas. It is their passion, inspiration and vision that will allow the foundation to continue to enrich and enhance the educational excellence of our students.
We are happy to announce this year’s JEF Initiative Projects winners
1. Reading Buddies – Rosanna Aloe and Jennifer Benderly- Cantiague
2. Bocce court at Middle School/High School – Rosanna Gangidino
3. Life Skills Program – Joseph Sapienza- High School
4. Graphic Novels – Maureen Judge- Middle School
5. Jackson School Garden Enhancement – Laurie Oddo, Lori Salzman, Lois Wittmann
Financial support from the community allows us to continue these rewarding projects.
Foundation participates in Annual Champions for Charity Holiday Benefit
The Jericho Educational Foundation has been asked to participate again this year in the Champions For Charity Holiday Benefit at the Americana Manhasset and Wheatley Plaza shopping areas.
How it works…
Participating tenants of Americana Manhasset and Wheatley Plaza donate a percentage of designated pre-tax purchases to the participating organization of the customer’s choice. Simply register for a CHAMPION CARD which is the quick and efficient way to participate in Champions for Charity® and designate 25% of your purchases to the charity of your choice.
The JEF has used 100% of the proceeds to enhance and enrich the Jericho School District Community, including our 2010/11 school year Inititiative Projects!
Register Today:
REGISTERING FOR YOUR CHAMPION CARD:
Registration for your 2010 CHAMPION CARD will begin October 1, 2010. You may register online, by phone at 800.818.6767, or in person at our Concierge Store located between Gap and Theory on the south side. You will receive your CHAMPION CARD by November 25, 2010. www.championsforcharity.com
JEF’s Initiative Project at the Jackson School Garden Continues to Thrive
The winners of the 2009 JEF Initiative Project from the Jackson School, Lois Wittmann, Lori Salzman and Laurie Oddo provided a chance for each and every child to participate in the planting, harvesting, donating, learning and enjoying of their spectacular garden.
Jackson School Photos: http://www.jerichoschools.org/jackson/school/09-10/summerpics/bk.htm
School News: http://jerichoschools.org/community/pressreleases/Jericho_School_News_2_201010.pdf