The SCUC Education Foundation has marked an incredible year of success, innovation, and generosity, as highlighted in its recently released 2023-2024 Annual Impact Report. With a mission to enrich innovative teaching and learning opportunities while recognizing the achievements of students, staff, and educators, the Foundation has demonstrated its commitment to supporting SCUC ISD.
Key Achievements
Impactful Fundraising
The Foundation raised an impressive $112,347 through various fundraising initiatives. Notable contributors included corporate sponsors like First United Bank , H-E-B, and Schertz Bank & Trust, alongside countless individual donors and community partners. The Employee Giving Campaign alone added nearly $9,000 in pledges, with in-kind donations valued at approximately $12,000 further amplifying the total impact.
Programs Supporting Teaching and Learning
Over the past year, the Foundation has touched the lives of over 8,000 students, teachers, and staff. Funding was strategically allocated to areas that have the most significant impact, including:
Teaching Grants: $25,000 to fund innovative classroom projects.
Student Scholarships: Supporting the academic futures of eight SCUC graduates, pursuing fields such as engineering, social work, and business.
New Teacher Supply Grants: Ensuring 120 educators had essential resources for a successful start.
Early Literacy Initiative: Driving a investment in foundational learning for more than 1,000 Prekindergarten and Kindergarten students
Community Recognition and Engagement
The Foundation celebrated outstanding educators and staff through its Employee Recognition Program and the inspiring "Excellence Tour." These initiatives highlighted the tireless efforts of educators and support staff, including the often-overlooked “Unsung Heroes of Summer,” whose dedication ensures smooth school operations year-round.
Future-Focused Goals
As it looks ahead, the SCUC Education Foundation is poised to build on its achievements with ambitious goals for the upcoming year:
Growth and Sustainability: Expanding fundraising efforts and fostering stronger community partnerships while focusing on a solid succession plan for all leadership positions in the organization.
Transparency in Reporting: Strengthening trust and accountability through clear, detailed updates.
Program Alignment: Ensuring all initiatives are closely aligned with the district’s educational priorities.
Increased Brand Awareness: Enhancing visibility to engage even more supporters.
Thank You to Our Donors
The Foundation's success would not be possible without the generosity of its supporters. This year’s donors ranged from individual contributors to corporate partners, underscoring the broad base of community support that drives the Foundation’s mission.
As the SCUC Education Foundation continues to innovate and invest in the district’s future, it remains a cornerstone of support for educators, students, and staff.
Together, we are shaping brighter futures for SCUC ISD!