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2016/2017 Education Foundation Annual Report Lincoln • Franklin • Challenger Knox • Washington • Northrop • St. Hilaire • Mark Twain

Est. 1990 27Years

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Thief River Falls Education Foundation 230 LaBree Avenue South • Thief River Falls, MN 56701 218-681-8711 ext. 5228 email: [email protected] www.trfeducationfoundation.com BOARD MEMBERS Paul Ihle, President Steve Olson, Vice President Dave Onkka, Secretary/Treasurer Mike Barry, Director Gloria Bjorkman, Director Al Buhl, Director LeeAnn Lund, Director Rick Trontvet, Director Tom Kenville, Director Holly Haugen, Director Jake Rantanen, Director Bryson Bray, Student Ambassador Staff Natasha Reierson, Executive Director Karen Sich, Executive Assistant Mission The Thief River Falls Education Foundation exists to promote innovative educational opportunities in School District #564 through partnerships involving alumni, parents, educators, businesses, and the greater community. Est. 1990 The Thief River Falls Education Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization

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Many individuals have worked hard to make the Thief River Falls Education Foundation a success. Roger Tunberg was one of those individuals. Unfortunately, Roger passed away this year. Roger was the first president of the Foundation. Roger was also one of the most ardent promoters of the Foundation.

Roger had a vision of how the Foundation could be beneficial to all students. Roger knew it would take money to succeed and Roger did his best to raise that money. Roger knew it would take a dedicated teaching staff to request funds for innovative educational opportunities. Roger was encouraged by the innovative requests the Foundation has received and continues to receive from the teaching staff.

Roger also recognized that the Foundation could not succeed without the generos- ity of people who support the Foundation through gifts of dollars and time. Roger was always impressed by the number of people who supported the Foundation.

Roger Tunberg will be missed.

The Foundationʼs donors themselves have been innovative in their giving. One of the many examples of this is Jean Dickinson. Jean was a 1941 graduate of Lincoln High School. Jean wrote a book that recalled her early years in Thief River Falls. Jean has made it possible for each 3rd grade student to receive a copy of her book. The book provides a great educational opportunity. Plus, you should see the expression on the kidsʼ faces as they are presented with a book they can claim as their own.

The Foundation just completed another grant period. The requests for funds were again designed to promote innovative educational opportunities for students. The Foundationʼs mission to promote innovative educational opportunities is fulfilled by these requests. The Board would like to thank the staff for the extra time and ener- gy they put forth to make these opportunities available for the students.

As always, the Foundation wants to thank those who have supported the Education Foundation through dollars and time. Every student who passes through the Thief River Falls Public Schools is a better student because of your generosity.

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Friends,

Thank you for continuing to support EDUCATION! We are excited to have over $2,750,000 in net assets to help fund many of the TRF classroom and teacher grant requests we receive. We funded over $150,000 in grants this past year and over 50 post-secondary scholarships. We have added 7 endowments this year and hope to meet and exceed that number next year. Our endowments range from $2,000 to $375,000.

Most of the money that is brought into the TRF Education Foundation goes for TRF Classroom and Teacher Grants. Grants are some of the most reward- ing gifts we can give our students and teachers. Grant requests applications are sent out District wide to all administration, teachers, and staff twice a year, in the fall and the spring. The grant committee reviews all the requests that are received, taking several factors into consideration. After they reach their decision they bring it to the board for final approval. Even then there is an opportunity for additional discussion before official approval. This is just another example of how the Foundation is working to help the students in our district.

There were many innovative and fun educational grants funded this past year in our Thief River Falls School District. At Franklin Middle School the seventh graders were granted squid dissection kits. For years, we all dissected frogs in Middle School, now they are moving onto to Squid. The kids were so excit- ed to do something different. The seventh graders will continue to dissect squid yearly. It was the year of excitement for seating at Challenger Elementary School. We have now helped 4 grade levels with alternative seat- ing in each of their classrooms. And at LHS this year, science flourished with new Venier data collection probeware, anatomy clay MANIKEN bundles, and compound light microscopes. We have also continued the support of reading in our schools with 4 grants awarded for books and reading materials this past year.

The school district continues to give the students opportunities that arenʼt available in many other districts. The Foundation is proud to be a part of this success. We are getting our students better prepared for the challenges that await them after they leave LHS. We ARE making a difference! Your past and continued support, both financial and nonfinancial, is very much appreciated.

Dave Onkka

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Financial Report

T.R.F Education Foundation Statement of Financial Position June 30, 2017

Education Foundation Lincoln • Franklin • Challenger Knox • Washington • Northrop • St. Hilaire • Mark Twain

Connections Database: Newsletters: The Foundation maintains a database with over 16,000 Lincoln E-Focus newsletters are emailed monthly and Focus High School graduates and friends of education entries. Keep your newsletters are mailed twice a year to keep you informed contact information updated so you are informed about class of activities of classmates, staff, school district and reunions, events and classmatesʼ activities. foundation events. Facebook: Website: A social networking website: www.facebook.com/TRFEdFoundation Up-to-date information is available at where you may keep in contact with classmates. www.trfeducationfoundation.com Twitter: Volunteers: Follow us: TRF Ed Foundation Volunteers are important to the economic and social well being of our community. single pages _Layout 1 12/4/17 1:47 PM Page 6

Annual Report 6 Gifts at Work Grants from the Foundation provide new and enhanced educational opportunities.

The Thief River Falls Education Foundation supports excellence, cre- ativity and innovative teaching and learning in the Thief River Falls Public Schools through the grant program.

Vital partnerships with alumni, friends of education, faculty, staff, and the community allow the Foundation to support students in pursuing academic excellence through your generosity.

Twice a year, grants are awarded to faculty for classroom projects and equipment. The grant program is designed to strengthen and enhance the quality of education students receive.

2016-2017 donations received at the Foundation funded major projects like a classroom set of Sphero computer programming devices, Vernier data collection probeware, headphones and flexible seating for classrooms. single pages _Layout 1 12/4/17 1:47 PM Page 7

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Lincoln High School 65 pair of noise cancelling headphones Document camera 5 advanced compound light microscopes Vernier data collection probeware 4 sinks, convection oven, deep fryer and portioning tools for FACS classroom Tools and equipment for construction classes 2 utility cards and 9 recycling bins for Job Skills class Alternative seating for 2 English classrooms VEX robotics team supplies 8 student anatomy clay MANIKEN bundles Close-up Program Franklin Middle School Squid dissection kits Apps for student iPads SmartMusic software Structured break space for teens with extreme stress

Challenger Elementary School Classroom set of Sphero Flexible seating for 4th grade classrooms 12 LEGO Education WeDo 2.0 sets for 1st grade classrooms Wood to make step stool platforms for 1st grade classroom whiteboards Sensory Room equipment Breakout EDU kits 6 Ozobot robots 200 headphones for 1st grade classrooms Alternative seating options for 3rd grade classrooms

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Annual Report 8 Scholarships Scholarships are funded entirely by the families, individuals or organizations that have endowed them. The TRF Education Foundation Scholarship Committee awards scholarships based on merit, need, academic and professional experience, as well as preferred criteria established by those funding the scholarship. You may express your commitment as addition- al donations are welcome to any of the specific named scholarships or you may establish a new scholarship. Athletics Bakke Skating Scholarship Curtis Lyle Charlson Memorial Scholarship Tony Dorn Sr. Student Athlete Scholarship Al Gustafson Memorial Scholarship David Lee Johnson Memorial Scholarship N. Quentin and Elizabeth McBride Jones Athletic Perseverance Award Edward “Coach” Krystosek Memorial Scholarship Myles Olson Memorial Scholarship Prowler Boys Basketball Alumni Scholarship Ralph and Senora Skay Memorial Award Business Fred Jensen Memorial Scholarship Carl and Melva Lee Memorial Scholarship Reed Realty Entrepreneurship Scholarship Cliff Swanson Memorial Business Scholarship Thune Insurance Risk Management Scholarship Education Ted Hellie Teaching Scholarship MeriJo Paschke Education Scholarship Russell Memorial Scholarship Thora Skomedal Scholarship Ruth Stenson Memorial Vocal Scholarship Arlyce Twistol Memoria Scholarship Jennifer and Jolyn Vigen “Special Education” Award General ʼ74 Prowlers Music Scholarship Farmers Union Oil Company Scholarship Gannon Hejlik Memorial Scholarship Alice and Roy Lee Scholarship Web Maves Family Scholarship Bob Miller Memorial Scholarship Don L. Olson Memorial Scholarship Operation Tutu Scholarship St. Hilaire Lions Club Scholarship John Schmitz Memorial Scholarship Delores & Wallace Torkelson Scholarship Mark Welter World Citizen Award Nursing Class of 1990 Nicole Knutson Memoral Scholarship Teddy Dorn Nursing Scholarship Camille Narverud DuChamp Nursing Scholarship Frances A. Eide Memorial Nursing Scholarship Norm Peterson & Barry Wilson (Peterson) Scholarship Te c h n i cal Burns Welding Scholarship Michael Holmer Memorial Scholarship Jerry Jenkins Memorial Scholarship Robert G. Kauppila Memorial Scholarship Blake Torkelson Memorial Scholarship Other Peter Hess Memorial Teachers Recognition Award Leaders of Tomorrow Award single pages _Layout 1 12/4/17 1:47 PM Page 9

Annual Report 9 Thief River Falls Education Foundation 2016 – 2017 $30,800 awarded to 46 students/staff through named scholarships. single pages _Layout 1 12/4/17 1:47 PM Page 10

Annual Report 10 Alumni Reunions are special occasions. By attending class reunions you enjoy getting reacquainted and meeting new friends.

CLASS OF 1962 CLASS OF 1967

CLASS OF 1967

CLASS OF 1972

CLASS OF 1977

TRF Get Together in Arizona

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Annual Report 11 HANDS-ON Grants at Work Future Nurses, Physical Therapists, Respiratory Therapists, Doctors, Psychologists, EMTS, Nurse Practitioners, Dentists, etc. MANIKEN Bundles There are over 600 muscles in the human body, with Mrs. Kahlhamerʼs Anatomy and Physiology Classes requiring to know over 200. MANIKEN models are anatomically correct, hand-crafted, human skeletal models. The MANIKEN models allow the students to mold, hold and put the muscles in their correct position anatomically.

Support Prowler Hockey and Girls Basketball teams

Sally Wolff State Farm Insurance of Thief River Falls has been supporting Prowler Athletics and EDUCATION for the past 3 years in big ways. All money goes to help fund TRF Classroom and Teacher Grants.

For Girls and Boys Prowler Hockey, Sally Wolff State Farm Insurance gives the Thief River Falls Education Foundation $5 for each goal scored during the season.

For Girls Basketball, Sally Wolff State Farm Insurance gives the Thief River Falls Education Foundation $10 for each 3-point shot made.

Thank you Sally Wolff State Farm Insurance for supporting EDUCATION in Thief River Falls!

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Annual Report 12 Contributions Memorials Giving a memorial is a special way to remember and honor someone. Your support can make a difference in the lives of future generations. An acknowledgement card will be sent in your name to the family of the deceased or honoree. A thank you card will also be sent to you and your gift is tax deductible, in accordance with IRS regulations. 564 Club Staff members of District #564 share in the support provided by the Thief River Falls Education Foundation. The proceeds received through the 564 Club are held in a special account for future grant awarding.

Rhonda Amundson Marcy Helling Wayne Nomeland Kate E. Anderson Misty Hempel Karlyn Norlin Kevin Ballard Scott Hetherington Kristi Numedahl Kathy Barry Cara Jago Amanda Okeson Kenny Beauchane Jennifer Johnson Sara Olson Jodi Bergman Jill Johnson Natasha Olsonawski Bradley Bergstrom Kim Johnson Lora Rantanen Christine Bjornstad Sara J. Johnson Darcy Reese Shannon Boen Meg Kolden Becky Rogalla Amy Brandt Larry Langevin Carter Rogalla Paul Brandt Loren Leake Leslie Rogalla Scott Brekke Stacey Leake Dale Rystad Kristin Buckley Brenda Leier Rebecca Schmidt Al Buhl Kayla Lian Katie Shaw Jean Craigmile Brian Loe Michael Spears Lynn Dyer Jeff Loe Bill Stock Julie Erickson Pat Marolt Tevia Strand Leslie Fisher Rebecca Mattson Amy Tabatt Sandra Fladeland Trent Mattson Alyssa Walter Reid Froiland Chris Melbye Robert Wayne Tony Greene Sherry Miller Kelly Weets Michael Tanya Monson-Ek Kristine Wheat Gullingsrud Stacy R. Mowry Michael Wienen Jonathan Hams Jeff Mumm Kaylynn Wold Darla Hegge Melinda Myers Shane Zutz Elizabeth Heikkila Denice Nelson ❄❄❄ single pages _Layout 1 12/4/17 1:47 PM Page 13

Annual Report 13 Contributions Endowments An endowment is a permanent fund bestowed upon the Thief River Falls Education Foundation to be used for a specific purpose. It could be used for special projects, to underwrite a specific program, or for operations. All of these endowments are funded entirely by the families, individuals, or organizations that have endowed them.

Visit the Foundation website at: www.trfeducationfoundation.com for complete information on each individual fund.

Alumni Century Endowment Buckley Band Kid Endowment Swenson Endowment Fund Class of 1949 Endowment Gladys Person Memorial Endowment Class of 1965 Endowment Orin & Marge Green Family Endowment Class of 1968 Endowment Andy & Mollie Williamson Class of 1973 Endowment Class of 1975 Endowment Memorial Endowment DeLap Family Endowment Gene & Gretchen Beito Endowment Hempel Fine Arts Endowment Hess Family Endowment Dr. Earl & Melvine Dagg Endowment Full Stride Fund Roger & Ardy Tundberg Endowment Prowler Pride Fund Bakke Family Endowment Delores & Wallace Torkelson Endowment (Joanie & Dennis, Brookie & Kennedy) Mattson Family Endowment Blake Torkelson Endowment Seaverson Endowment Bob Miller Endowment William Borry Endowment Jerry Stenseth Endowment Joan Magnuson Endowment TRF Foundation Endowment ʼ74 Prowlers Music Endowment My Very Own Book Endowment (Jean L. Dickinson)

You may gift dollars to any of these Endowments at any time.

Endowment funds are easy to establish and they last indefinitely. They can be launched now with current gifts, or created later through a will bequest or other deferred gift. Another possibility is to start an endowment now and add to it later through a bequest.

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Annual Report 14 Contributions The individuals and businesses listed here have graciously contributed financially to the TRF Education Foundation from July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2017. Every effort is made to correctly list the names, but in the event we have made an error, please contact the Foundation office. We appreciate all of your generous contributions. Your partnership has a positive impact on youth. Partners In Education July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2017

Edward G. Aakhus Clayton J. Berg Kathleen Carlson Ron & Donna (Ballingrud) Aase Muriel (Geving) Berg Deone Cerny Julie (Gustafson) Adams Raymond & Janet (Klefstad) Abdul Chamma Shurleen Adams Berg Iris Chapman Agassiz Rod & Gun Club Lois Bergland Marilyn A. Charlson Gary & Nicki (Kloubec) Brad Bergstrom Clyde Christensen Almquist Brian Bertilrud Daniel K. Christensen Rob Almquist David & Gloria (Bushaw) Robert Christensen American Legion Bjorkman CHS Ag Services Rocky Ammerman Karl Bjorkman CHS Northwest Grain Richard D. Amren Mark Blais Class of 1965 Cristy Amundgaard Shirley (Koglin) Blasjo Class of 1965 Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Amundgaard Kelsy R. (Richards) Blowers Class of 1976 Nichole Amundson Shannon Boen Class of 1995 Carol J. Anderson Blake Boen Class of 1996 Charles L. Anderson Myrna J. (Dagen) Boman Donna Clauson Family Dennis W. Anderson Dennis Bona David & Jeanne (Czeh) Leonard & Diane (Bugge) Mark & Cindy (Russell) Bondy Cloutier Anderson Gayle A. Borchert Shirley (Ulferts) Cody Virginia (Walsberg) Anderson Border State Bank Luann B. (Dempster) Anderson Realty of TRF, Inc. Chris & Missy (Lampe) Borgen Copeland Anonymous Doris M. (Stigen) Borgen Charlie & Kittie Cornell James W. Arhart Gloria F. (Johnson) Borm Al Cota Kenneth Asp Scott Bornholdt Jerome Cota John M. Aune Jessie Boyer Lisa Eide Coughlin, M.D. Don G. Baken Ellen R. (Haug) Bradley George & Nancy Couvillon Denny & Joanie Bakke Brady, Martz & Associates, P.C. Jean A. Craigmile Ryan Bakke Edie Brandli Elvera M. Cullen Deonne Bakken Janice (Finstad) Breiland Michael Curfman Ryan & Jamie (Kalsness) Scott Brekke Pam J. (Hanson) Cwikla Bakken Laura Brickson Wayne L. Czeh Carla (Waale) Barnell Adam Brillhart Fred & Marion (Hogenson) Marlene L. (Anderson) Barnett Chad Broadwell Dablow John P. Barry Anthony & Brenda (Pals) Jim Dagg Mike & Kathy Barry Bruggeman James R. Dalager Dick & Lee Barsness Gary Bruggeman Debra J. (Olson) Daniels Frank Barzen Tracee D. (Joppru) Bruggeman Dean Foods Shirley M. (LaPorte) Bateman Kristy L. (Helm) Buck Roger & Carol (Peterson) Kimberly Bauer Al & Sue (Swanson) Buhl DeLap Chris & Jodi Beeson Diane M. Burns Lynette R. (Borsheim) Dennis David Beito Gary Burstad Lorie B. Determan Gretchen Beito Brendan Bushy Deuces Wild Bob & Ginger Bendickson Bruzek Carl Diamonds & Designs Robert J. Benke David & Patricia (Swedenberg) Digi-Key Corporation Marisa A. (Johnson) Benson Carlson Tom & Judy Dimich single pages _Layout 1 12/4/17 1:47 PM Page 15

Annual Report 15 Partners In Education

Rebecca D. Doherty Thomas & Wendy (Swanson) Jane M. (Amundgaard) Hotzler Shane Dondelinger Goddard Jeanette C. (Lager) Hubbard Lynn L. Dorn Goodridge Veteran’s Memorial Hugo’s Family Marketplace Tony Dorn Sr. Park John P. Hustad Wallace D. Drotts Madonna J. Goulet Scott Hutton Robert R. Duncan Cheryl (Amren) Granlund Paul & Carol (Elleson) Ihle David & Judy (Oski) Dupree Thomas Greelis Audrey A. (Sorenson) Lynn Dyer Dennis R. Green Isaacson Matthew W. Dyer Marge Green Mark & Robyn (Dallmann) Loiell & Mary Dyrud Phyllis J. (Carlson) Green Isaacson Eagle Square Janet (DeLap) Griffith Caroline & Mike Jackson Kermit & Betty (Swan) Dixie B. (Brown) Grossman Alice A. Jacobsen Eastman Jayne Grunz Deb Jacobson Stephen D. Easton Avram & Marlene Guroff Stephanie Jadeke Burnell (Kast) Eggler Linda A. Gustafson Susan A. (Simenson) Karen S. Eide Loren & Dana (Miller) Jankovich Mary K. Eide Haagenson Dana L. (Vettleson) Jenkins Les Eide family Ruth Haagenson Jim Dagg Insurance Agency, Lee Emery Arvid D. Haas Inc. Mark & Linnae (Hanson) Enge Iris (St. Martin) Hackbarth Jean A. (Sandberg) Johansen Katherine T. (Thomas) Engel Kristina M. Hagen Don & Leanore Johnsen Coreen A. (Larson) Erickson Brian W. Halbasch Donald G. Johnsen Tim S. Erickson Howard D. Halbasch David A. & Pauline Johnson Deb Ernst Lee Halbash Ivanette O. (Hanson) Johnson Brian & Mary Espeseth James & Janice (Helgenset) Lenny Johnson Jeri. J. (Lundin) Espeseth Hall Pamela Johnson Judy Evenson Rob & MaJeana (Steiger) Paul Johnson Larry Evenstad Hallstrom Pearl O. (Peterson) Johnson Virgil D. Evenstad Ronald D. Halvorson Robert W. Johnson James W. Ewing Ron Hamre Shirley A. Johnson Farmers Union Oil Company Kristin J. Hanson Dan Johnson Family Richard S. Farmes Orville Hanson Johnson-Green Funeral Carol (Melby) Fingerson Kim L. (LeMoine) Harbott Service Inc. Ann M. Fisher Delores J. (Rafteseth) Harder Randel Johnsrud Michael P. Fitzgerald Wayne Harder David M. Jones Luther Fjelstad Honey (Markstrom) Hare Jeanette M. (Anderson) Jones William A. Fogarty Tom & Donna Harlow Ken A. Jones Tammy D. Folger-Sutter Jerry & Ruth (Strawn) Hasnedl Meghan M. Jones Beth Forkenbrock Ruth (Strawn) Hasnedl Thomas Q. Jones Dorie Forkenbrock Holly (Narverud) Haugen Andrew L. Joppru Arlyne M. (Robinson) Forsberg Jack S. Haugen Grace (Torgerson) Jorde Jim Foss Lynda J. (Mattson) Hawkinson Dorothy Jury Ardis L. (Stoughton) Foster Darla M. Hegge Kenton D. Kainz, D.C. Hal & Diane (Smith) Freeman Paul & Ashley (Halbasch) Garth & Colleen (Johnson) Angela (Little) Friend Hejlik Kaste Reid B. Froiland Diane Hellie Thomas P. Kays David L. Furuseth James D. Hellie Kristy (Peterson) Kelley Claire J. (Storhaug) Garcia Jean Hellie Bonnie A. Kennedy Kermit Genereux Donna Helmich Tom K. Kenville Brian & Kim (Thompson) Jeff & Nancy (Halbasch) Key Club of TRF Gerardy Hendrickson Bill & Joyce Kingsbury Gary & Glenna (Wefald) Patty K. (Langlie) Hess John & Irene (Johnson) Kinna Gibbons Connie J. (Botten) Hillstad John Kinsman Earl & Loreen Gibson Julie E. Hoff Lynette Kjos Maureen Giffen Cheryl Hoium Theresa Kjos Karl Gjernes Mary Holthusen Kathy Klinker single pages _Layout 1 12/4/17 1:47 PM Page 16

Annual Report 16 Partners In Education Joyce J. Kloubec Francis & Pat Marone Paulette M. Odette Nancy Knutson Vanessa (Anderson) Martell Jan Oen Robert Frank Knutson Buzz & Kaye (Dorn) Marvin Dave & Muriel Olin Errin & Lynnae (Broten) Kolden Cleo A. (Hayes) Mason Dick & Sharon (Hendrickson) Jerod & Meg Kolden Bruce & Jane (Grundhaus) Olson David B. Kollitz Mattson Lori Olson Phyllis (Olson) Koropatnicki Esther J. Mattson Margaret E. Olson Peggy (Waldera) Kraemer Richard C. Mattson Renae A. (Nelson) Olson Phyllis M. (Evenstad) Kragseth Nancy M. (Newton) McGraw Steve J. Olson Deb Kranz McKinnon Co., Inc. Susan J. Olson Dennis Krause Chris & Kelsey McLean Tim & Kathy Olson Jeff & Kelsie (Steiger) Krein Messerli & Kramer P.A. Whitey & Jeanne Olson Carole A. (Forsberg) Krueger Darrel & Julie (Sevre) Miller Kern A. Olson Ph.D. Victor R. Kvikstad, D.D.S. Robert & Phyllis Miller Greg C. Omdahl Melby (Johnston) Laidley Sherry Miller Dave Onkka Myrna (Lindblom) Lane Minnesota Deer Hunters Nick Onkka Larry & Robin Langevin Assoc. Carter Onkka Terry & Gwen Lappegaard Kelly (Clark) Mitchell On-Shore Technology, Inc. Megan Largis Carol Moerman Ellen D. Orr Brian Larson Dorothy M. (Bakke) Moore Iven Ose Dr. David F. Larson Evie B. (Nelson) Moore Joe & Dawn Ose Jean Larson Helen J. (Wilson) Mosleth Mark Ostgarden John & Sharon (Krystosek) Brooks Mostue Barbara D. (Joppru) Overbye Larson Marcia J. Munt Delores I. (Vad) Owen Kirsten (Freeman) Larson Patrick G. Munt Gail R. Oyster William L. Larson Penny J. Myers Ernie & Marcia Padilla Kimberly D. Larson-Towle Charles & Sharon (Larson) Paradis Mail Service Inc. Don LaSalle Naplin Ashok & Meena Patel Loren & Stacey Leake Michelle Naplin Jerry & Michelle (Kraemer) John LeDuc Allen L. Narverud Paulson Larry & Cheryl (Narverud) Lee Arnold & Gladys Narverud Kathryn M. (Charlson) Jodi Lehrer Jay A. Narverud Pederson Brenda J. Leier Bethany Nelson William & Melba Penning Kent & Kathy LeMoine Brad & Darcy Nelson Pennington Main Elna E. J. Lendobeja Denise M. Nelson Glen Peters Les’s Sanitation Laura L. (Yonke) Nelson Gordon Peterson Keri Lillestol Travis Nelson Keith E. Peterson Steve Lillestol Burnell (Israelson) Netteland Larry D. Peterson Evonne E. Lindberg Alan Newton Scott & Tami Petrescue Ron & Judy (Jensen) Lindberg Kyle Newton Joe & Sue (Morben) Philipp Judy Lindquist Lynn & Marie (Bruggeman) Karri Plucinak Mylynda S. (Olson) Livingston Nicholson Katy S. (Olson) Polman Jeff Loe Katie (Carlson) Noel Keith R. Poppenhagen Bernice Looker Harry Nohre Paula (Wilkens) Praska Roberta J. Looker Nordin Realty Inc. Marc & JoAnn (Kraemer) Blair & LeeAnn (Hanestad) Karlyn A. Norlin Pream Lund North Risk Partners Thune Luanne M. Prestegaard Robert & Marilyn Lund Division Peter & Ann Prichard Roy & Bev Lunde Northern Motors, Inc. Property Management Service Mike & Shirley (Sabol) Northern State Bank Robert Protz Lundgren Northwest Eye Center PA Prowler Alumni Basketball Brent & Deb Lunke Northwestern Mutual Association John C. Lynskey Scott A. Novak Yvonne (Mortenson) Robert G. Lyshoj Pamela J. (Maki) O’Brien Przybylski Todd Mack Jane Oberg Elizabeth Quick Brenda J. (Laidley) Marben Elizabeth Odette Randall Noper Charitable Trust single pages _Layout 1 12/4/17 1:47 PM Page 17

Annual Report 17 Partners In Education

Dale J. Randorf Blake Smith Cass Torkelson Jake & Lora (Wagner) Gary D. Smith Kari E. Torkelson Rantanen Rande & Brenda (Burger) Wallace K. Torkelson Reed Realty Smith TRF Electric Department David C. Reeve Nancy Snyder TRF Take Down Club Rehab Authority Catherine A. Sollom Tom Treichel Jarod & Natasha (Kuhle) Don Sollom Virginia J. (Schaltz) Tripp Reierson Robert O. Sollom Rick & Karmon (Espe) Mary (Hall) Reierson Louise (Knutson) Solseng Trontvet Richard M. Reierson Gary & Shelby Sorvig Lucynda L. Tsukichi Wallace & Ivadell (Christenson) Joel & Lori (Rolland) Sorvig Bonnie Tunberg Reierson Rick Sovde Roger & Ardy (Anderson) Bruce C. Restad Richard M. Space Tunberg Randy Restle Aaron Sparby Dick Tyler Diane M. (Miller) Retka Delray & Tammy Sparby Keith & Kathryn Tysdal Terry Rewertz Mike & Kami Spears Universal Screenprint Kathy L. Rice Verne & Cathy Spengler Janice Upham Calvin A. Ripley Ryan & Kaylee St. Germain Tim Vagle Susan A. (Forkenbrock) St. Hilaire Lions Club Betty F. (Ose) Valtinson Roemer David L. St. John Brian Van Elsberg Ken & Lynn (Norman) Ruby A. St. Martin Jeannie VanMaasdam Rolandson Justin Steinbrink Kim E. (Lawrenz) Vettleson Ione Rolstad Shelley A. Steva Kenneth L. VeVea Kevin & Colleen Rook Bonnie L. (Knight) Stewart Missy Vigen Kim & Sara Rosendahl Don & Sheron (Rice) Stewart Andrea R. (Olin) Volk Magdalene (Hesse) Rubino Hilary P. Stoltman Dan & Liz Voss Helen (Hendrickson) Rude Marilyn Stordahl Lori (Brossoit) Waage Laurie (Haugen) Rude Durelle (Newbury) Storhaug Gayle Waale LeRoy E. Rupprecht Bruce A. Storhaug, O.D. Norman A. Wagner Sharon (Knutson) Russell Tyler & Tevia (Reese) Strand Joyce L. (Johnson) Wallace Kathryn D. (Hanson) Rustad Jim & Jan Strandlie Ryan Walseth Lillian M. (Norhagen) Rux Doris (Carlson) Stromberg Gail E. (Lindberg) Walsh Linda J. (Berggren) Rux Dave & Joan (Johnson) Strong Robert Wayne Sherry Ryan (Cinch Lucille J. (Douville) Sudol Rev. Otto Wedul Connectivity Solutions) Tim & Kari Suzuki John W. Weigelt Jill Safranski Curtis W. Swanson Mike Weinen Marcia K. (Homstad) Sandahl Darla Swanson Art Welter Enid M. (Mellem) Sande Trevor & Monica (Happoja) Mark Welter Regina Sanders Swanson Ron Welter Elaine (Powell) Scarborough David & Nancy (Flynn) Jerry & Marilyn Wigness Brenna Schaefer Swenson Dorothy E. (Mayer-Oakes) Tom & Kari Schaefer P. A. Tarpenning Williams Danielle Schantz Debra J. (Boyer) Teiken Fern (Hanson) Williams John & Cynthia (Nesland) Mary E. (Bennes) Tendall Tom Williams Schlenk Marlys L. (Madunich) Terrian Daryl M. Williamson Rose Schmitz Marjorie (Wangenstein) Marvel A. Williamson Jeff Schneider Tetgtmeier-Radi Heather S. (Olson) Willman Sandra A. Schob Pat & Heather Thibert Rebecca D. (Lee) Wilson John P. Sherack Thief River Falls Times Roger Wilson David Sisler Thief River Ford Inc. James H. Winjum The employees at Sjoberg’s, Thief River Glass, Inc. Darlene A. (Eliason) Wiseth Inc. Kevin Thompson Dorothy L. (Hellquist) Witzel Erven Skaar Lonnie Thompson Carol J. (Drotts) Woetzel Fran Skadsem Mark & Tammy Thune Shane Zutz Wesley Skibicki Eric & Julie Tjelle Marilyn (Bakken) Smalley Kelli J. (Olson) Todd single pages _Layout 1 12/4/17 1:47 PM Page 18

Annual Report 18 Deuces Wild Dueling Pianos

Our fall fundraiser was held on October 29, 2016, and it was a great success. We appreciate all the businesses and community members who supported us. There were about 250 people in attendance and funds were raised for classroom grants and post-sec- ondary scholarships.

Riverfest The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council helped the Thief River Falls Education Foundation with a childrenʼs activity at RiverFest, August 6, 2016. single pages _Layout 1 12/4/17 1:47 PM Page 19

Annual Report 19 16th Annual Swenson Golf Tournament

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Annual Report 20 Spotlight Alumni – The Miller Family What does “a familyʼs love”, giving, the Prowlers, and Education all have in common? The Miller Family Meet Bob and Phyllis Miller. Bob and Phyllis had seven kids who were all Prowlers. All the Miller chil- dren went to Thief River Falls schools and still con- tinue to give back to the other kids in the TRF Schools. When Danita and Brettʼs son Blake passed away 3 years ago, they wanted to give back in his memory. Along with many of Blakeʼs family and friends, Danita, Brett and Blakeʼs sister, Kora, also estab- lished Danitaʼs classmates of 1994 and Blakeʼs classmate 2013. Then, when Blakeʼs Grandpa Bob passed away last year, all of Danitaʼs sisters and brother wanted to honor their father by giving back too. So, the Miller kids along with their mother, Phyllis, established the Bob Miller Endowment. By establishing the two endowments, they give 2 or 3 annual scholarships to Prowler Seniors and are also able to give to TRF Classroom grants. Now just starting the Phyllis & Miller Kids two endowments is amazing, but what is even more heartfelt, is what the Miller Family does on Blake and Bobʼs birthday and/or holidays. The Miller Family remem- bers these two great men, by giving to their endowments and helping the TRF Education Foundation give to the schools and post-secondary scholarships.

The Miller Family continues to remember two wonderful men, Blake and Bob! Blake Torkelson felt that life should always be fun! He loved hunting of any sort: waterfowl, deer, coyote, or the occasional squirrel in the back yard, Blake was on the pursuit. He was hard working, dedicated and always happy to help a friend in need. Blake enjoyed helping on the farm, working on his vehicles, four-wheeler and snowmobile. After graduation, Blake starting working with Bergstrom Electric as an apprentice and with that experience, he knew what he wanted to pursue in life. Most of all, Blake loved making people laugh.

Bob Miller was known as a hard working, loving husband, and devoted father and grandfather. During Bobʼs career he helped many farmers while managing the St. Hilaire Co-op Elevator. He was very devoted to the farmers, truckers and employees, and could very rarely say “no” to anyone. Bob did everything he could to help others. Bob loved golfing, hunting and fishing, and especially spending time with his family and friends. single pages _Layout 1 12/4/17 1:47 PM Page 21

Annual Report 21 Dawn Woodward Diane Retka

Darrel Miller

Dana Haagenson

Darla Hegge

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Education Foundation

Special Thank You to ALL of our 2017 Corporate Sponsors

GOLD Sponsors Northern State Bank – David Beito Sanford Health – Brian Carlson Digi-Key Electronics – DaveDoherty, Chris Beeson, Mark Larson, Rick Trontvet Thief River Falls Radio – Jake Webber and Jon Praska Forsberg Inc. – Dennis Bakke North Risk Partners – Mark Thune Hugo’s – Wally Walseth

BLUE Sponsors Thief River Ford – Steve Littistol Border State Bank – Tony McLean and John Barry Lee’s Plumbing & Heating – Derek and Stacy Lee CHS - TRF – Dave Sorenson Edward Jones – Jerod Kolden CHS Northland Grain - DuWayne Thompson Northwestern Mutual – Tom Bendickson Northwest Eye Center – Dr. Chris Borgen and Dr. Eric Tjelle Dean Foods – Denise Borseth Wells Fargo – Rob Burkel and Justin Rowe Sally Wolff State Farm Ins. – Sally Wolff Thrivent Financial – Chris McLean and Kaylee St. Germain Rehab Authority – Kim Rosendahl Brady Martz – Dave Onkka Westside Motors – Roger Schaffer and Steve Hook Hoffman, Philipp & Knutson, PLLC – Coleen Hoffman, Crystelle Phillip and Marit Knutson Sjobergs, INC. – Dick Sjoberg Northern Motors – Tom Dondelinger single pages _Layout 1 12/4/17 1:47 PM Page 23

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