In the summer of 2004, a group of community leaders came together to strengthen the educational opportunities of our public school students.  They established the Jefferson County Schools Education Foundation as an independent 501.c.3  nonprofit organization that works in concert with the Jefferson County Public School Board of Education. 

Our goals are simple, but important:

• Stimulate the educational experience for both students and teachers
• Support our professional educators
• Expand instructional creativity
• Enhance existing programs
• Ensure access to new technology
• Purchase specialized equipment for instructional programs

Our strategy is straightforward:      

• Establish Scholarships for students that will assist in underwriting the cost of educational opportunities.  This can include tuition, science fair participation, all-state chorus involvement, spelling bees, math-a-thons and geography bee competitions.       
• Provide Reading Assistance for students needing additional help in order to gain proficiency.       
• Develop After School Programs for “at risk” students where tutoring is available from caring adults.    
• Develop Summer Enrichment programs that will allow students requiring extra attention to prepare over the summer for their next grade level.
• Provide Reading Assistance for students needing additional help in order to gain proficiency.       

The Foundation seeks financial support from the community from individuals, endowments and corporate donors in order to provide these opportunities for educational excellence.  By helping our public schools you will make a difference in the lives of our students by ensuring educational excellence, enhancing the vitality of the community, and guaranteeing a well-educated, highly-trained work force.