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UFR Education Foundation “Bridging The Gap” Update

UFR Education Foundation “Bridging The Gap” Update. Back to School Night September 15, 2011. Our Challenge – 2011-2012. Reduction in 2009-2010 State Aid - $811K Reduction in 2010-2011 State Aid - $1.71 million

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UFR Education Foundation “Bridging The Gap” Update

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  1. UFR Education Foundation“Bridging The Gap” Update Back to School Night September 15, 2011

  2. Our Challenge – 2011-2012 Reduction in 2009-2010 State Aid - $811K Reduction in 2010-2011 State Aid - $1.71 million UFRSD 2010-2011 school budget cut by $4.91 million to meet final estimates by UF Township and Allentown Borough UFRSD 2011-2012 school budget cut by $1.44 million to achieve 2% cap level requirement $8.9 million in cuts for the past three years Cuts were addressed by: Elimination of administrative, teaching, secretarial, para-professional, custodial, and security positions (even time portions of people) Cutting extra-curricular activities, clubs, & school trips Freezing or reducing necessary equipment and supplies purchases One-time asset sales

  3. Who is UFREF? Mission Statement: The Upper Freehold Regional Education Foundation was founded in December 2005 to: “Promote excellence in education by funding projects that enhance learning and education in the Upper Freehold Regional School District.” The UFREF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

  4. Grants and Other Awards Summary (2006-2007 to 2010-2011) Awarded approximately $146,000 since 2007, including 61 grants, covering all three schools

  5. Bridging the Gap 2010-2011 Results: Approx $33,000 Donated 5

  6. Bridging the Gap 2011-2012 Funds Needed: Goal $50,000 Please remember to ask your employer about their Matching Gifts Program 6

  7. We Need Your Help • Look what has been done with a small group of individuals • Focus on specific tasks / events • Trustees needed • Volunteers needed • Seeking broad community representation • Including Millstone • Looking for experience in areas such as fundraising, public relations, grant-writing, non-profit, and legal In addition to giving back, volunteering is a great way to meet new people and develop or enhance your skills!

  8. Upcoming Events • STARs (Students, Teachers, Administration Recognition) • Great way to show recognition • Make great Stocking Stuffers • Open House • 7:30 p.m., October 3rd at the HS Media Center • Sno-Ball Softball 2012 (5th Annual) • Saturday following Super Bowl Sunday • February 11, 2012 (Save the Date) • 2012 Community Twilight Challenge and Kids’ Fun Run (4th Annual) • June 2012 (TBD) Event Chairpeople needed… Volunteers needed…

  9. We Hope We Helped You: • Have a better understanding of the challenges of the community and how the UFREF, the School Board, and you can help: “BRIDGE THE GAP” • Spread the word and come together as a community • Get Energized and Get Involved! To learn more about the Foundation, please visit: www.ufref.org OR email us at: ufref@yahoo.com

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