Bay Village Education Foundation kicks off annual Ten Campaign

The Bay Village Education Foundation (BVEF), an independent non-profit volunteer organization that funds educational projects not supported by tax dollars, is launching its annual Ten Campaign fundraiser this week. This effort is based on the simple idea that every able parent, staff member, or resident contributes $10 or more (either per student in their household, or as a general gift) to the BVEF.  Ninety percent of the this tax-deductible contribution will go into a permanent reserve, generating funds for grants for years to come, while the remaining 10% will go directly to the school district.

Since 1985, the BVEF has been helping teachers test new ideas, pilot the latest technologies, and offer enrichment opportunities throughout the district that would not otherwise be funded. Each year, the BVEF awards grant monies to pioneering educators looking to expand and improve their classroom experience beyond the standard curriculum. 

Last year, in celebration of its 25th year, the BVEF assisted Bay Village Schools with over $25,000 in grants. In fact, BVEF has funded hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of innovative projects and scholarships throughout the last 26 years, including: the mural and aquarium at the entrance to Normandy, the Rain Barrel Project at Westerly, peer mediation training at Bay Middle School, the literary magazine at Bay High School, and iPads for preschoolers at Glenview; along with iPads for special needs students throughout the district.

By participating in this year's Ten Campaign, residents, staff and parents are allowing the BVEF to continue to support excellence and innovation in Bay Village Schools. Contributions of $10 (or more) can be made in a number of ways: cash or checks made out to BVEF and sent to the main office of any school building or mailed to P.O. Box 40262; or online through PayPal at www.bayedfoundation.org. The deadline for contributions is Jan. 6, 2012. 

The BVEF looks forward to the community's support in creating opportunities for Bay students and educators.