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Our Priorities Donors Early Childhood Education 6 Donors & Other GrantsSTEM Awarded 2 6 16 11 Finances If Not Me, Who? 3 11 7 Finances Board of DirectorsOther Foundation12 Staff Beyond the Classroom 17 Development Committee STEM Early Childhood Education The DPS Foundation has been creating and 4 12 Alumni AdvisoryBoard & Board Staff enhancing educational opportunities for Detroit Public 8 13 Schools students since 2009. This report contains activity for the 2014/15 school year. Fine & Performing Arts Academics 5 1410 Fine & Performing Arts MISSION Create and enhance educational opportunities for Detroit Public Schools students.

VISION Every DPS student will receive the support needed to achieve his/her highest academic potential.

GOALS Provide the resources to support the delivery of a holistic education to every student.

Engage alumni, the DPS community, and other stakeholders in assisting and inspiring DPS students.

Become the organization of choice for the As you read this report, a snapshot of the DPS Foundation in contribution of DR. GLENDA D. PRICE 2014-15 will emerge. You will learn about our priorities, the philanthropic dollars in support of DPS. PRESIDENT grants we have been able to award, and the sources of our DPS FOUNDATION funding. You will see the power that comes from the professional passion and commitment of teachers, and our partners, along with those who support our mission. This report If not me, who? That is the question that the many donors listed features just a few examples of the impact of our grant making. in this report answered for themselves. They knew that they had a responsibility to join others to ensure that our children We all want the expanded opportunities for educational had an opportunity to receive a comprehensive education in the experiences to continue. Indeed we want them to grow. Our Priorities Detroit Public Schools. They understand that experiences, such However, for this to happen we are totally dependent upon EarlyE l Childhood Childh d Education Ed i STEM careers off er a higher return on have strong self-confi dence, are academically as activities beyond the classroom, introduction to the arts, private sector giving. This fi scal year was a year of new Years of research has shown that early learning is educational investment than many other willing to explore and challenge themselves. the opportunity to compete in academic games, and the growth approaches to our work. We hosted the fi rst Champions of a proven strategy for later success in school, professions, due to better job prospects. When Th ese are all skills and characteristics that every and development that occurs when playing sports are activities especially for low-income students. Pre-school groups are not well represented they lose out on community needs in its citizens, and they are Education event, initiated the 100 Alumni Who Care campaign, educational programs level the playing fi eld these high-quality employment opportunities. developed in the art studio, on the dance stage, worthy of support. DPS Foundation grants to teachers, schools, elected new board members, and established a CrowdRise for all children, as they provide the necessary Multiple studies have shown that under in the band, and at the microphone. and non-profi ts working in our schools provided the resources account in support of Camp Burt Shurly. foundation for K-12 education. Early learning representation is due to multifaceted issues of necessary to create these opportunities and others for our experiences shape the child’s ability to stereotyping, biases, values, socialization, Beyond the Classroom students. categorize, notice, seek, see complexity, and culture, and curriculum. Early and persistent Providing real-world experiences, interactions In 2015-16 we hope that you will give generously to help achieve think. Th e amount and diversity of children’s engagement in STEM programs mitigates the with business and community leaders, volunteer the goal of providing the resources to support the delivery of a past experiences infl uence which new negative impact of these psychological barriers. activities, work shadowing opportunities, The community is rising to the challenge that our schools face. holistic education to every student. opportunities they will notice and choose. participation in sports, aft er school programs Someone has to address the benefi ts that accrue to society, as Fine and Performing Arts and academic competitions are eff ective STEM Investing in the arts is one of the best ways to strategies for improving student learning. well as the individual, when every young person has a high Diversity in the workforce contributes to ensure long term investment in the community. Programs and projects which require planning, quality K-12 education. You are the ones doing it. You are creativity, innovation, and productivity. Th is is Students who participate in arts related organization, teamwork, and innovation develop changing the world, and we are grateful for your commitment. especially true of STEM fi elds where women and activities are better creative thinkers, healthier, critical thinking and enhance academic minorities are signifi cantly under represented. more likely to be engaged in community projects, knowledge.

2 3 GRANT AWARDS

SAE Foundation $30,000 Engineering Society of Detroit $13,200 DPS Offi ce of Military Science $5,000 Encouraged 1,300 K-3rd grade students to Progressed students’ cross-cultural experi- Used underwater robotics to enhance stu- engage in science through hands-on lessons ences and team work as well as problem solv- dents understanding of math, engineering, through the “A World In Motion” program. ing, public speaking, and STEM skills. physics, team work, and computer program- ming. Ben Carson High School $23,250 Detroit Public Schools $11,000 for Science and Medicine Encouraged environmental inquiry and inven- Detroit Public Schools $4,800 DPS - Offi ce of School Nutrition George Washington Carver STEM Academy DPS - Go Green Challenge Implemented the Linked Learning Program by tion through the Go Green Challenge where Public exhibition of student resources located supporting teacher professional development students developed and implemented projects within the Detroit Children’s Museum. The school garden program, facilitated by the Seven teachers and 47 students in grades Twenty DPS teachers successfully and materials for student learning activities. ranging from greenhouses to solar pizza ovens. pre-K through 8, participated in the C-STEM competed to be recipients of the BOSCH Schulze Academy $3,125 Offi ce of School Nutrition, is an opportunity DPS Offi ce of College $20,000 George Washington Carver $10,000 Developed student information technology for focused learning related to the concepts challenge and teacher institute. The goal of Energy, Science, and Technology (BEST) and Career Readiness STEM Academy skills by supporting equipment needs for an associated with plant science. Students have the Challenge and Institute is to reduce the teacher grant program. Each teacher Supported educational opportunities between Accelerated student project based learning after-school computer club. Ben Carson School of Science and Medicine the responsibility to plan, plot, plant, and achievement gaps in areas of communication, received an award of $500 which was used through the purchase of chemistry, biology and and Wayne County Community College through botany supplies. Keidan Special Education $3,000 preserve the components of their gardens. science, technology, engineering, and to implement classroom projects in recycling, the purchase of collegiate level textbooks. Center mathematics through focused teacher sustainability, and other “green” initiatives. They are introduced to technologies in Ben Carson High School $17,587 Detroit Public Schools $10,000 Created a generational teaching and learning horticulture and agriculture, engineering training, experiential learning, and for Science and Medicine Offi ce of School Nutrition environment around school based gardens. Advanced students’ leadership and gardening applied to irrigation, artistic concepts of exposure to careers in related C-STEM fi elds. For general program support skills with a 6 month training and peer educa- Detroit Public Schools $2,800 beds, mathematical, writing, and life style Detroit Public Schools $15,000 tion program. Students applied their new knowledge of solar activities. Elementary, middle, and high school power and engineering with a Solar Detroit Stimulated STEM learning at the Detroit DPS Offi ce of Science $6,024 International Academy for Young Women and Student Design contest. students have been impacted by the school Supported science teacher professional de- Vernor Elementary School through participation gardens. The goal is to establish school velopment through the Illuminate DPS/Camp in DAPCEP programs. DAPCEP connects youth to DPS Offi ce of Superintendent $500 Invention program. gardens throughout the district in support of STEM educational experiences in Michigan. Bolstered professional development of DPS healthy school food and administrators in STEM programs for youth. academic achievement.

4 5 GRANT AWARDS All City High School Marching $100,000 Michigan Opera Theatre $10,000 Detroit Institute of Arts $3,000 Band The Michigan Opera Theatre offered performanc- 298 students shared their unique artwork See program highlight on page 6. es and workshops that enriched learning in the through the Student Exhibit viewed by 15,000 arts. people. InsideOut Literary Arts Project $15,000 High school students gained leadership, writing, East English Village Prep $9,685 Sphinx Organization, Inc. $2,500 and performance skills through participation in Academy Stimulated students musical growth through the Citywide Poets event which culminated in an Expanded the instrumental music program for summer private lessons. All City High School Marching Band Detroit School of Arts Motor City Lyric Opera anthology of student works. 149 high school students. Ludington Magnet Middle $1,000 The 120 member All City High School March- Registration fees were provided for 25 When we think of opera, high school The Arts League of Michigan $12,000 Motor City Lyric Opera $8,000 School ing Band was established to represent DPS students to attend the 27th Annual students do not generally come to mind. Enhanced students’ appreciation for arts and See program highlight on page 6. Revived the school music program through in- via performances in major parades and International Association of Blacks in Dance However, a new hip production of Mozart’s culture through summer and weekend art acad- strument repair. emies. Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit $7,000 venues across the region. The band Conference in Cleveland, Ohio. Students had “The Magic Flute” provided an entrée into 1,195 students attended culturally enriching East English Village Prep Academy $700 performed in the America’s Thanksgiving Day the opportunity to take Master classes, the themes of good vs evil, man’s search Detroit Children’s Choir $12,000 performances by the Mosaic Youth Theatre of Students explored the vocal arts through fi eld Parade, the Lake Orion Festival of Lights participate in panel discussions, view nightly for love, and his struggle to attain wisdom Enriched students’ musical experience with the Detroit. trips to the District Choral, State Solo, & En- Parade, and the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl professional performances, and interact with and virtue. With Foundation support for creation of two school choirs who performed a semble Festivals. spring concert attended by 1,200 people. Rackham Symphony Choir $3,000 Game and Parade in Atlanta, Georgia. The dancers from all across the nation. Students set pieces, costumes and stipends for Gave students the opportunity to attend the Detroit School of Arts $458 students learned to work together across returned from the conference “with a greater professional opera singers, the production Burton International Academy $10,000 dress rehearsal of Too Hot to Handel. Post-per- The youth of VISION Choir participated in a live school boundaries, and perform as a single, appreciation and passion for the artistry of was offered free of charge to DPS High Inspired student learning through the introduc- formance, 30 students attended a vocal master performance promoting non-alcoholic driving highly trained and skilled unit. They served dance”. Schools. Approximately 8000 students tion of an instrumental music program. class by the professional singers. during the holidays. as national ambassadors for Detroit Public experienced this art form, most for the fi rst time. Detroit School of Arts $10,000 Bennett Elementary Middle $3,000 Martin Luther King, Jr. $350 Schools and had the opportunity to travel See program highlight on page 6. School Senior High and experience performing before a national After-school music program cultivated students’ Supported the marching band. audience. Sphinx Organization $10,000 understanding of musical theory and application. 110 students were given violin lessons through Thirty-one 1st-5th graders entertained the com- Spain Elementary Middle School $250 the Overture and Musical Encounters Program munity with a year-end exhibition. Students experienced the excitement of the and participated in four community concerts Nutcracker Ballet performed at the prestigious that reached 700 students. Opera House.

6 7 Cocozzoli, Chris Gerber, Sarah Coleman, Edvige Glusac, Michael Coleman, Esther Graham, Robert Copeland, Kyra Graham, Sally Croucher, Jeri Graham, Alyssa up to $499 Cyrus, Julie Ann Gray, Luciana Dade, Malcolm Green, Saul Abrams, Susan Dahms, Merrydith Griffi n, Gloria Acton, Susan Dalgleish, Mary Ann Haggarty Foundation Adams, Adrienne Dangel, Robert Hails, Carine Agid, Aisha Dangel, Paula Hankes, Tesha Albanese, Barbara Davenport, Brea Hardy-Grannum, Carolyn Aldridge, William Davis, Gloria Harley, Earl Alliance Bernstein L.P. Matching Gift Program DeCaminada, Joseph Harris, Angela Alpern, Ron Decatur, Rosemary Harris, Ezekiel $100,000 and above Alpert, Lee Deitch, Penny Harrison, Scott Ford Motor Company Fund PNC Founda on W. K. Kellogg Founda on Anderson, Doris Detroit Regional Chamber Harrison-Hale, Algea UAW-Ford Na onal Programs Anonymous Detroit Retired City Employees Hausman, Jeff & Janise Asfaw, Elizabeth Association Haynes, Jeanne $20,000 – $99,999 AT&T Employee Giving Campaign Healy, James Reilly Worldwide, Inc. Deutsch, Evan AAA Michigan Excellent Schools Detroit Audie-Figueroa, Alice Hellman, Laurel Bosch Community Fund Moore, Kenya Rock Ventures/Quicken Loans Diana Conyers Endowment Fund US Foods Avanic, Monique Dietz, Mary Henkel, Riann Corwin, Laura Nicholson, James Averbach, Pauline Henry, Latoya Cynthia Estrada Charity Fund Dodge, Jane Bagger Dave’s Dolan, Jennifer Heritage Optical Center $5,000 – $19,999 Barrons, Geraldine Donnelly, Terence Hermanoff , Sandra Bedeian, Alexis Dries, Alice Hines, Priscilla Comerica Bank Saff er, Mark The McGregor Fund Beebe, Marybeth Hirsch, Irene & Arnold Detroit Rotary Founda on Talmer Bank and Trust The Priester Founda on Duke, Janet Bell, Edna Dziegeleski, Karen Holloway, Brian Faurecia The Holley Founda on Walker, Lewis Bennett, Keith Holmes, Ruth Price, Glenda EBusiness Strategies, LLC Berberian, Rose Marie Eddings, John Hoppe, Christine $2,000 – $4,999 Berg Muirhead & Associates Inc. Edgar, David Hwang, Christina Bigelow, Victoria Education Achievement Authority of IHM Sisters ABC Student Transporta on, Inc. Clarence & Jack Himmel Founda on Henry Ford Health Systems Bishop, Alicia Michigan Images & Ideas, Inc. Alliance Bernstein Founda on Fund Clark Hill PLC Jewish Community Rela ons Council - Bookstock Bissell, Jeanne Edwards, Sonya Iman, Patricia Ascencion Health Ministry Service Ctr Detroit Chinese Business Associa on MGM Grand Detroit Black, Shaun Edwards, Christopher Ingber, Esther Barnard, Jennifer DeVore, Richard St John Providence Health System Boerger, Dave Edwards, Jayne Ingram, Carrie Brodie, Richard DTE Energy Founda on The Facility Group, LLC Bolsen, Karen El Zocalo, Inc. Jackson, Wilma James, Janette Charles Schwab Health Alliance Plan TYJ LLC Bostic Robinson, Dianne Elcock-Banks, Carol Boyle, Christin Elturk, Steven Jameson, Jennifer $500 – $1,999 Brackens, Jr., Stacy Epps, Trevor Jasper, Delores 313 Energy Fi h Third Bank Michigan.com Braddix, Andre Evans, Rose Marie & James Jenks, Jeff rey AARP Fitch, Valerie Mingo, Wendye Brawner, Tamara Fisher, Naudia Johnson, Cheryl Adams, Janice Flagstar Bank Mondowney, Joanne Brayton, Diane Fishman, Eric Johnson, Evelyn Associated Community Services Gino & Luciana Diclemente Founda on Roger and Joanna Garre Fund Brooks, Elizabeth Fleming, Melina Johnson, Shavon Bankable Marke ng Strategies Hammond, Charles Sean Michael Anderson Founda on Brooks, Ross Fogarty, Faith Johnston, Frances Basse & Basse Incorporated Hansen, Evelyn Sowell, Jr., Myzell Brown, L. Frank, Beatrice Jones, Mable BLAC Detroit Hayes Giles, Joyce Stead, Erin Buchanan, Nichole Fremder-Krauss, Nada Jones, Danielle Boulanger, Carol Herhold, Amy Teasdale, Taylor & Cathy Cahoon, Luke Frenkel, Cindy Kallemeyn, Anna City Year Detroit Jaff e Rai Heuer & Weiss The A. Alfred Taubman Founda on Calloway, Joy Friedman Ravitz, Berna Katz, Joseph Comcast Cable Johnson, Chacona The Meyer and Anna Pren s Family Founda on Campbell, Philip Friis, Belinda Kavos, Janet Corwin, Linda & Fremder, Edward Joseph and Aretha Marshall Family Endowment The Sphinx Organiza on Carpenter, Rita Frischer, Dion Kelley, Cecelia Ann Dan Yessian Music, Inc. Kids First Vitec, LLC Carter, Lynne Fritz, Leslee Kelley, Susan Detroit Chassis LLC King’s Hawaiian Bakery West, Inc. Walbridge Carter, Joann Galloway, H Elise Kelley-Wash, Ursula Detroit Ins tute of Arts Klugh, Tammy & Harvey Wang, Jenny Chapital, Nicholas Garibaldi, Antoine Kmiecik, Susan Dow, Stuart Kratchman, Barbara Wexler, Joan Charles H. Wright Museum of African American Gaskill, Karen Kraft, Marcijane DTE Energy Foundation Employee Matching Fund Mancini, Cinzia Willyerd, D.O., Gary History Gebhardt, Joan Kramer, Mary Clarke, Peter Epling, Richard Michigan State University Wolff , Richard & Susan 8 9 Kurata, Lorraine Perkins, Priscilla Walker, Michelle Kurczak, Ronald Perlmutter, David & Deborah Wallace, Mark L, Terry Pernick, Nat Ward, George Investing In Education La Moreaux, Michael Perry, Orena Washington, Myrlen Lakin, Andrew Phillips, Michael Watson, IV, Solomon Lapointe, Louis Pickett, Mary Weaver, Carol In all aspects of our lives, we look for a return on the various investments we make in time, Lawrie, Danette Powering Up Women Weiner, Stephen Lee, James Ransom. Michael Weisberg, Daniel energy, and fi nancial resources. You expect your philanthropic investments in the DPS Lerose, Ann Rappleye, Richard & Karen Weisberg, Stephen Foundation to return new options for students, and enhanced opportunities to learn and Lester, Jacquelyn Ravitz, Jeremy Wellspring Lindenauer, Marilyn R. Ravner, Diane West, Linda grow. When your dollars are directed to programs, you are assured that you have made a Linhard, Nancy Reinoza, Jackie Whitmir, Diane wise investment. We understand that you expect us to be good stewards, and to use your Little, Daniel Richardson-Berg, Lauren Wilcher, Shaunte Little, Christina Richieri, Kenneth Wilkinson, Jo Ellen contributions to assist students to become academically strong, and socially responsible. Local Initiatives Support Corporation Rickmeier, Sherry Willard, Diane Logan, Monica Riveron, Patricia Williams, Rasheda We trust that this report assures you that we have met your expectations. Loir, Claudia Robinson, Ronald Williams, Bernadine Lomako, Kathleen Ronie, Lynda Worden, Orian Loper, Marcus Roz Lullove Cooperman, LLC Wright, Kristopher Lu, Nancy Russell, Mary Wrobleski, James Lusky, Erika Ryan, Ellen Yates, Asiah Marquis, Craig Sabeck, Debra Yaverbaum, Harvey Expenditures* Marshals, Derris Sanders, Vern & Erica Young, Amanda Total: $ 1,594,990 Martin, Eldon Saperstein, Harrett Young, Wanda Year ended June 30, 2015 Marygrove College Sausberry, Douglas Zalesin, Paula Mathais, Koree Schinkel, Donavan Zalk, David Matthews, Mark Schubatis, Darice Zavracky, Deborah Matthews, Tonya Schulz, Thomas Zimmermann, Imogene May, Elizabeth Scott, Sarida Program McDermid Wiberg, Jane Selig, William In-Kind McDonough, Mary Shapiro, Esther 80% McElroy, J. Terry Shepard, Demma Athletes for Charity McGrath, Kathryn Shultz, Dana Battery Giant McGraw, Daniel Sitkauskas, Christine Chevrolet Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix Fundraising Meeting, Barbara Smith, Barbara Cranbrook Institute of Science 16% Melder, Elaine Smith, Dian Detroit Historical Society Melrose, Sue Ellis Smith, Dwayne Detroit Snob Michigan Business & Professional Smith, Jennifer Detroit Symphony Orchestra Association Snyder, David Dittrich Furs Midkiff , Laura Sommerville, Theresa Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library Midtown Madison, LLC Sorkin, Laurence Heartwear Designs Miller, Vita Soules, Richard Learning Disabilities Clinic Miller, Nicole Spear, Robin Michigan Opera Theater Milstein, Carol Stainslaw Consulting Michigan Science Center Mondrey, Pamela Stallworth, Dianne Motor City Casino Hotel Morgenstern-Clarren, Patti Stephens, Marian Motown Museum Morris, Robert Stevens, Wendy Offi ce Depot Business Solutions Division Morse, Pamela Stoddard, Nancie Pure Detroit Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit Stone, Bethany Quicken Loans/Rock Ventures Mottley, Harriett Stovall, Vanessa Rumi’s Passion Gluten Free Bakery Mundie, Dana Stromberg, Megan Shottroff Munguia, Tania Stuart, Briana Strategic Staffi ng Solutions Murphy, Leslie Sturdivant, Dolores The Kellogg Company Murray-Brown, Donna Sullivan, Julie The Whitney Nagy, Dennis Taylor, Tiff any Woodhouse Day Spa Nash, Gaston Teen Hype Xiochi’s Gift Shop Nelson, Joshua Terrill, James New Detroit Thayer, Ronald N’Namdi, Carmen The Detroit College Promise Norrell-Aitch, Beverly The Hollywood Sigh Northcross, Shirley The Hudson Cafe General/Administrative Nyberg, Bruce The Kresge Foundation 4% Odom, Helena Thomas, Laura Okotie-Eboh, Juliette Tomlin, Heather Program - $1,269,150 Oshagan, Georgi-Ann Ueno, Takemi Fundraising - $256,764 Patton-Johnson, Cynthia Uniack, Jane Pax Productions Uplift, Inc. General/Administrative - $69,075 Peacock, Charles Vaine, Priscilla Pelletier, Michelle VanCamp, John Peppers, Jerry Vara, Suzanne Viegas, Christine *Unaudited 10 11 GRANT AWARDS

DPS Arts, Music, & Athletic $200,000 Priest Elementary School $3,000 Enrichment Initiative Engaged preschoolers with activi- Detroit Public Schools $1,067 See program highlight on page 12. ties that promoted dramatic and visual Through fi eld trips to view the movie Selma, arts, engineering, and gross motor skills. students learned of the struggle and history DPS Camp Burt Shurly $162,230 of the Civil Rights Movement. Re-energized students’ passion for outdoor DPS Ambassadors Breakfast $2,353 Community engagement is an essential activ- Clippert Academy DPS - Offi ce of Literacy DPS - Safe Routes to Schools experiences and STEM concepts by revitaliz- DPS Offi ce of Literacy $1,000 ity for generating support, fostering knowl- 82 students participated in the DPS district ing the camp and adding a climbing wall. edge about the schools, and ensuring positive wide spelling bee and demonstrated skills in A grant helped to support student The district-wide Spelling Bee is designed Safe Routes to Schools is a key element relationships. critical thinking as well as spelling. participation in the state-wide Academic to enhance student achievement through com- of the Detroit Public Schools youth violence DPS Police Department’s $63,000 Games competition in Grand Rapids, petition and hard work. Through this process prevention initiative. This initiative creates Safe Routes to School Bennett Elementary School $2,000 Detroit Public Schools $999 Michigan. Fifteen students and four adults a sustainable student safety framework See program highlight on page 12. Used Mobil Playgrounds for children to create and Approximately 284 4th and 5th grade stu- students build their confi dence in speaking experience a new playground everyday. attended the competition which focuses resulting in a decrease of serious reportable dents experienced the thrill and excitement and listening. All grades one of the Detroit Shrine Circus. on mathematics, social studies, and history. through eight are invited to participate, incidents, increased communication, a Jewish Vocational Services $13,500 Career Start Program. Paul Robeson Malcolm X $1,500 Students learned better studying strategies, with a building winner from each elementary heightened perception of safety, and Academy Spain Elementary-Middle School $330 developed an understanding of teamwork, and middle school eligible to compete in the strengthened community connections. DPS Police Department $9,000 Young girls thrived in the Girls Empowerment Students experienced the musical mastery of and built friendships that would not have district-wide spelling bee. Program where they learned about confl ict the Detroit Symphony Orchestra at the One Mentored 5th-8th grade at-risk males into a resolution, problem solving, and were en- Detroit Center. occurred without participation in the state more positive future. couraged to pursue higher education. tournament. DPS - Art, Music, and Athletics Detroit Institute of Technology $225 Clippert Academy $4,750 Detroit Public Schools $1,332 College Prep High School at Cody Ensuring that all K-8 students have access to Students built new friendships and learned DPS Guinness book of records. Students observed STEM concepts in motion art, music, and athletic opportunities is a high about team work through participation in the at the Grand Prix. priority. After school programs, in-school classes, Michigan League of Academic Games in Grand Saturday options, and active participation help Rapids. to develop team work, leadership, creativity, as well as contribute to general well-being.

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Bennett Elementary $10,000 Roy & Maureen Roberts $1,500 Chrysler Elementary School $500 See program highlight on page 14. Scholarship The BEST Award (Bookstock Extraordinary Advancing success in higher education through Student/School/ Teacher) inspired innovative, Davis Aerospace Technical $10,000 the Roy & Maureen Roberts Scholarship. creative writing, and competition in 675 stu- High School dents from fi ve schools. The award supported Provided young adults easy access to books Davison Elementary/Middle $1,000 the school’s literacy and educational initia- through the development of a digital library. School tives. Bennett Elementary School DPS Reading Corps Paul Robeson Malcolm X Academy The BEST Award (Bookstock Extraordinary Paul Robeson Malcolm X Academy $6,791 Student/School/ Teacher) inspired innova- Harms Elementary School $500 See program highlight on page 14. tive, creative writing, and competition in 675 The BEST Award (Bookstock Extraordinary The love of reading is an important trait Incentives are an effective way to keep Teachers understand that play is an students from fi ve schools. The award sup- Student/School/ Teacher) inspired innovative, which is a catalyst for lifelong learning. students motivated and reward those who essential component of learning. Play ported the school’s literacy and educational creative writing, and competition in 675 stu- DPS Reading Corp $5,695 initiatives. Books to stock the school library with achieve. Water bottles and lunch bags stimulates creativity, teaches confl ict r See program highlight on page 14. dents from fi ve schools. The award supported the school’s literacy and educational initia- Accelerated Reader books, which are are practical items to provide to young esolution skills, fosters literacy, and Schulze Academy $500 testable and allow the school to measure people. Volunteers also need indicators of motivates students to be active Cass Technical High School $5,500 The BEST Award (Bookstock Extraordinary tives. Inspired young adult learning in leadership Student/School/ Teacher) inspired innova- reading progress for students, is import- appreciation such as umbrellas and mugs. participants in their education. The Cody Academy of Public $450 ant for getting children excited about These materials are a small price to pay purchase of the “Fun, Fit and Reading development by adopting the International tive, creative writing, and competition in 675 Baccalaureate program curriculum. students from fi ve schools. The award sup- Leadership High School reading. Over 500 students have and will to ensure that students achieve grade level Recess” program is designed to ported the school’s literacy and educational Created new opportunities for MOCI (moder- continue to benefi t from the addition of reading ability. accomplish these goals. Escuela Avancemos! Academy $5,000 initiatives. ate cognitive impaired) students’ engagement 725 books to the library. (DPS Charter School) through interactive materials and fi eld trips. Gave bilingual students equal opportunities to Hutchinson Elementary $500 excel in literacy and mathematics through the Middle School at Howe after school program “i-Love to READ.” The BEST Award (Bookstock Extraordinary Student/School/ Teacher) inspired initiative, DPS Excellence Award $1,657 creative writing, and competition in 675 stu- Financial Literacy Workshop dents from fi ve schools. The award supported 187 graduating seniors from 12 high schools the school’s literacy and educational initiatives. attended a fi nancial literacy workshop. The workshop provided students with the fi nan- cial knowledge they would need as college students.

14 15 Board of Directors OFFICERS MEMBERS Leroy C. Richie* Gina Coleman Tammy Klugh Chairman PNC Financial Services, Inc. Kelly Services (ReƟ red) Grow Up Great $250,000 DPS Foundation for Early Learners $750 Lewis & Munday, P.C. Elizabeth Correa William F. Pickard, PhD For the past fi ve years the PNC Grow Up Professional development for teachers is an Glenda D. Price, PhD Flagstar Bank Vitec, LLC Great initiative has been the centerpiece of essential component of student growth and President DPS Founda on Richard DeVore* Reimer Priester the Foundation’s early childhood program- academic achievement. The annual pre-K tran- PNC Financial Services, Inc. Resurget Cineribus, LLC ming. Teacher professional development, sition conference is an opportunity for early Jerome R. Watson classroom supplies, and equipment, Executive childhood educators to come together, learn Secretary Darnell Earley Shawn Wilson Readers, fi eld trips and specialized class- from each other, be inspired by guest pre- Miller Canfi eld Paddock & Stone, P.L.C. Detroit Public Schools Ford Motor Company Fund room instruction contributed to developing senters, and hear about new ideas, strategies, Ellio S. Hall Joyce Hayes Giles Michelle Zdrodowski a strong foundation for subsequent student and programs. When teachers are supported Treasurer DTE Energy (Re red) Detroit Public Schools academic success. Twenty-eight teachers and in their professional growth, children benefi t. Ellio Hall PLLC more than 500 students were supported and Jack Mar n MarƟ n Arrington Desai and Meyers P.C. provided opportunities for experiences in the arts and sciences. Foundation Staff Glenda D. Price, PhD Yesenia Roman-Murphy J. Taylor Teasdale* President Chief Administra ve Offi cer General Counsel & COO Angela Hoston Montgomery Raj Sandhu Yolanda Lyles Johnson* Senior Development Offi cer Administra ve Assistant Development Offi cer Erica Sanders* Alumni Development Specialist Development Committee Nichols Elementary/Middle $38,943 DPS Leadership Transformation $748 Edward Deeb Donell Miles Ne e Seabrooks School Conference Michigan Youth FoundaƟ on (ReƟ red) Manoogian FoundaƟ on Funding was provided to install an electronic mar- Engaged principles, executive leadership, and key quee in front of the school to enhance communi- staff in professional development led by the U of Mable Jones Lonnie Peek Carrie Tingle cation with the community. M Ross School of Business on how to better serve (ReƟ red) eBusiness Strategies Bridgewater Enterprises students, parents, and the community. Aretha Marshall Linda Ratliff -Watkins DPS Volunteer Appreciation Event $8,971 ReƟ red Educator Detroit Chassis, LLC Thanked 600+ volunteers who spent time reading Cass Technical High School $448 to children and encouraging academic growth. Proceeds from brick sales. DPS Homeless Unit $5,000 Mackenzie Elementary/Middle $128 Alumni Advisory Board Removed attendance barriers by purchasing uni- School Edward Deeb, Chair Sharon Daniel Nikita Murry forms and clothing for homeless students. Proceeds from brick sales. Eastern High School Murray Wright High School KeƩ ering High School Erica Sanders Meagun Dunn Orena Perry DPS Offi ce of Health $3,733 Cooke Elementary School $91 Pershing High School Detroit High School for Fine & Redford High School Encouraged student dental hygiene through the Proceeds from brick sales. Performing Arts purchase of dental kits. John Ambrose Christa Robinson Mumford High School $46 Cass Technical High School Ray Li Cass Techincal High School DPS Homeless Unit $3,000 Proceeds from brick sales. Renaissance High School Assisted homeless youth with various needs. Birdies Anderson Tiff any Taylor Chadsey High School Alonzo Marble Cass Techincal High School Munger Elementary/Middle $9 Denby High School DPS Safe Routes to School Event $2,400 School Keith Benne Constance Thomas Provided support for a safe routes to schools Proceeds from brick sales. Mackenzie High School Karen Morgan Detroit High School for Fine & event. Osborn High School Performing Arts Randy Brooks DPS Palazzo Strozzi Ceremony $1,500 Renaissance High School Tiah McKinney Carol Weaver Acknowledged the creative writing skills of 120 Chrysler Elemenary School Detroit Public Schools 11th grade students at the Palazzo Strozzi Renais- Rita Carpenter sance Award Ceremony. Cass Techincal High School Eric Wheelwright School not specifi ed *No longer with Founda on 16 17