Beyond The Books
BEYOND THE BOOKS EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION was formed to
fund innovative enrichment programs for the students of Unit 5
and District 87 public schools.
These programs extend the resources of the school districts,
enabling educators to go beyond standard classroom experiences.
Through private funding, the Foundation seeks to stimulate the
imagination of educators to conceive programs, which would not
otherwise be affordable.
"It takes an entire village to educate a child. " African
proverb
The recipients of these funds are educators whose creative and
unique ideas are launched into model programs that can be
adapted for use throughout the districts. These projects provide
additional learning, experiences for students that are not
typically funded by normal tax support.
WHAT IS THE FINANCIAL GOAL OF THE FOUNDATION?
BEYOND THE BOOKS EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION is working toward
establishing an endowment fund by 2010 of $1,000,000 which will
provide interest earnings to fund grants every year.
The on-going financial commitment of contributors to the
Foundation can enable our children and our community to become
the best they can be.
"We must view young people not as empty bottles to be filled,
but as candles to be lit." Robert H. Shaffer
WHAT IS THE PROCESS FOR AWARDING GRANTS?
Each winter, educators in both Unit 5 and District 87 are
invited to submit a written grant application which describes
the project, method of implementation, cost estimate and the
value of the program to students.
Applications are reviewed by the BEYOND THE BOOKS EDUCATIONAL
FOUNDATION Board of Directors and funding is awarded according
to established criteria. The selected programs are implemented
in the following school year.
"Parents cannot leave a better legacy to the world than
well-educated children." Unknown
WHAT KINDS OF ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS ARE FUNDED?
The objective of BEYOND THE BOOKS EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION is to
fund innovative programs, which are not currently offered, that
enhance educational experiences.
The Foundation is committed to educational excellence in the
core academic areas, the arts and humanities, sciences, and
technology. All age levels and areas of study are considered.
HOW IS THE FOUNDATION STRUCTURED?
BEYOND THE BOOKS EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION is a not-for-profit
Illinois corporation. Its purpose is to provide a long-term,
self-sustaining financial base that will annually fund
innovative academic programs in Unit 5 and District 87 public
schools.
All work is accomplished by volunteers who serve without salary
as the Board of Directors. Annually the Board elects officers
and directors, reviews policies and practices, evaluates the
funded projects and conducts a financial audit.
"Education will never become as expensive as ignorance." Unknown
WHAT IS THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN BEYOND THE BOOKS
EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION AND THE SCHOOL DISTRICTS?
The Foundation is a group of private citizens, and is not part
of either school district. There is, of course, good
communication and cooperation between the BEYOND THE BOOKS
EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION and both school districts. The Boards of
Education of Unit 5 and District 87 encouraged the formation of
the Foundation and strongly support its efforts...a partnership
for innovation in public
"Knowledge has to be improved, challenged, and increased
constantly or it vanished." Peter Drucker
"A child is a person who is going to carry on what you have
started." Abraham Lincoln
WHAT AWARD RECIPIENTS HAVE SAID ABOUT THE VALUE OF
BEYOND THE BOOKS EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION GRANTS:
"I am excited to offer several literature-based, after-school
programs for the children at our school."
"Thank you for supporting educational programs which wouldn't
have been funded through traditional sources."
"Your funds provided me with skill, equipment, and expertise."
"Thanks for helping expand our writing program. Good
communication skills will benefit our students."
We offer opportunities for hands-on learning experiences for
students in our "People of the Talking Prairie Program."
"Thank you for the grant to educate area elementary students
about agricultural education. Agriculture affects everyone's
life everyday."
"Funding our program will provide a positive role model for our
students.
"You will help our teachers encourage the joy of reading in our
children."
HOW CAN I CONTRIBUTE TO BEYOND THE BOOKS EDUCATIONAL
FOUNDATION?
- Payment may be made by check or credit card. An annual
pledge or one time donation is appreciated.
- Make an Honor donation to commemorate a special person
(child, teacher, parent) or occasion (birthday, anniversary,
graduation, retirement).
- Remember someone with a Memorial gift.
- Name the Foundation in a bequest, real estate gift or as
a beneficiary on an insurance policy. Consult your attorney
if you need assistance.
WHERE DO I SEND MY DONATION?
Make checks payable to:
BEYOND THE BOOKS EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION
P.O. BOX 908
BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS 61702-0908
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