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Home My WebLink AboutEcon Dev Grant Request - Education FoundationEconomic Development Fund Discretionary Grant Program Organization: Bend -La Pine Education Foundation Organization Description: The Education Foundation for the Bend -La Pine Schools is a non-profit organization with a mission to mobilize resources to ensure public education that provides value to the community. This is achieved in four ways: • By giving teachers the tools needed to teach effectively • To increase educational opportunities for all students • To foster scholarship and professional development • To encourage creative and innovative curriculum Project Name: 2011 Trivia Bee Project Description: The Trivia Bee is a benefit to enhance the learning opportunities of the students, encourage students to remain in school and move on to higher education. Project Period: Event February 11, 2011 Amount of Request: $500 Previous Grants: • January 2004: $375 Spelling Bee Team Sponsorship (Luke $375) • November 2004: $500 Spelling Bee Team Sponsorship (Luke $500) • January 2006: $500 Trivia Bee Team Sponsorship (Luke $500) • December 2006: $500 Trivia Bee Team Sponsorship (Luke $500) • December 2007: $550 Trivia Bee Team Sponsorship (Luke $550) • January 2009: $500 Trivia Bee Team Sponsorship (Luke $500) • February 2010: $500 Trivia Bee Team Sponsorship (Luke $500) THE EDUCATION FOUNDATI UN FOR THE BEND -LA PINE SCHOOLS December 9, 2010 Mr. Mike Dugan Deschutes County 1300 NW Wall St. Suite 200 Bend, OR 97701 Dear Mike, Do you know what the following facts have in common? • In 1990 Nelson Mandela was released from prison after • Burt Reynolds & Eva Gabor were born this day serving 27 1/2 years • In 1993, Janet Reno was the first woman • In 1929, Vatican City became the world's smallest country nominated for US Attorney General If you said that they all took place on February 11th, you're right! February 11th is also the date for the upcoming the 2011 Miller Lumber Trivia Bee competition! As a former sponsor of the Trivia Bee, we hope you will consider joining us again! First and foremost, we thank Miller Lumber Company for being the Title Sponsor for the fourth consecutive year. Miller Lumber Company has proudly served Central Oregon for 100 years! The Education Foundation for Bend -La Pine Schools also extends gratitude to Bend Research for their continued support as our Scoreboard Sponsor. We welcome back defending champions, the Skyline Dental Spit Suckers who won both the trivia and clever name awards for 2010...take the tasteful trivia trophy to your team headquarters this year! We are currently seeking Media Sponsors, Round Sponsors, Team Sponsors (and their teams!) as well as audience members to make this the best Trivia Bee ever. Where else can you share your knowledge of useless information and support local schools? The benefits of sponsorship are described in the enclosed information sheet. The Trivia Bee is the signature fundraising event for the Education Foundation for the Bend -La Pine Schools. It gamers approximately $35,000 each year to fund district -wide Classroom Grants benefiting thousands of local stude; ts. For the past three years, the classroom grants have provided tools for teachers with an emphasis on technology, art & music enrichment programs and promoted volunteerism in our schools. We thank you for your thoughtful consideration and we look forward to hearing from you! Sincerely, Heather Vihstadt, Executive Director In what Oregon town is it illegal to box a kangaroo? Answer: Myrtle Creek! THE EDUCATION FOUNDATI� FOR THE BEND -LA PINE SCHOOLS 2011 Trivia Bee Sponsorship Opportunities Title Sponsor $7,500 Contribution Miller Lumber Company • Sponsor name on marquee on the day of the event • Speaker time during event (300+ in audience) • Recognition as title sponsor in radio & TV promotions • Recognition in all print advertising before the event ■ Recognition in Thank -you ad post -event • Your logo displayed on event posters • Appearance on Good Morning Central Oregon (COTV) • Recognition in Trivia Bee Program (300+ attendees) • Entry of two teams in the competition • 16 tickets (6 contestants & 10 guests) - must be over 21 • Recognition at our next Principal for a Day event • Recognition at our Donor Reception in the Fall • Priority Reserved Seating at the event • Your logo prominently displayed on our website for one year Scoreboard Sponsor $5,000 Contribution Bend Research • Your logo prominently displayed on the scoreboard at event • Recognition in all print advertising/posters promoting event • Recognition in Thank -you ad post -event • Recognition on Good Morning Central Oregon (COTV) • Recognition in Trivia Bee Program (300+ attendees) • Entry of one team in the competition • 10 tickets (3 contestants +7 guests) — must be over 21 • Priority Reserved Seating at event • Invitation to serve as a Principal for a Day at our next event ■ Invitation to our Donor Reception in the Fall • Your logo prominently displayed on our website for one year Media Sponsor In -Kind Contribution Bulletin, Horizon Broadcasting Group, The Source Weekly (Three Available) • Recognition during program (300+ in audience) • Recognition in all print advertising/posters promoting event • Recognition in Thank -you ad post -event • Recognition in Trivia Bee Program (300+ attendees) • Entry of one company team in competition • 6 tickets (3 contestants + 3 guests) — must be over 21 • Priority Reserved Seating at event • Your logo prominently displayed on our website for one year • Invitation to serve as a Principal for a Day at our next event • Invitation to our Donor Reception in the Fall Round Sponsor $ 1,000 Contribution (8 Available) • Select which round (1-7 or championship round) to sponsor on first-come, first -serve basis • Your logo projected on the screen during one round • Company name, promotion, or tagline announced pre -round • Recognition in all print advertising/posters promoting event • Recognition in Trivia Bee Program (300+ attendees) • Entry of one team in the competition • 8 tickets (3 contestants & 5 guests) — must be over 21 • Priority Reserved Seating at event • Invitation to serve as a Principal for a Day at our next event • Invitation to our Donor Reception in Fall Team Sponsor $500 Entry Fee (37 Remaining) • Admission for 3 Team participants • Your company name on team name sign during your team's competition round • Recognition in Trivia Bee Program (300+ attendees) • Company name in Thank you Advertisement post -event • Invitation to our Donor Reception n Fall Admission Tickets $20 per person • 21 and over — alcohol served (Beer, Wine, and Cocktails for sale) • Social hour prior with live music & free catered hors d'oeuvres Other Support Needed: • Printing Services Donations: Posters, Programs, Mailing Pieces and Event Signage • Donations for Contestant Prizes • Photography services at event • Cash donations — All gifts, no matter how small, help our students and teachers. Please see the enclosed donation envelope to make your tax deductible gift. What did Apollo 15 leave on the moon from Central Oregon? Answer: Lava Rock from the Devil's Garden FREE MULLIGAN IF YOUR SPONSORSHIP IS PAID FOR BY 12/31/10! By popular demand — the mulligan is back! Your team has the opportunity to "Apple Out" by purchasing a mulligan at the door for $50. The'mulligan can be utilized if your team does not know the answer to a question. It is important to note, you must "Apple Out" before selecting an answer. It will not keep your team in the competition if an incorrect answer is given. In addition, the mulligan may not be used in the Championship Round. THE EDUCATION FOUNDATI UN FOR THE BEND -LA PINE SCHOOLS 2011 Trivia Bee Reservation Form The 2011 Trivia Bee will be held on Friday, February 11th, 2011 at the Tower. Reserve your place NOW! 'bp s cAn wI-es Coi .f -y (List as it should appear in the program) Enter quantity of each sponsorship item below: Title Sponsor ($7500) - MILLER LUMBER - Celebrating 100 years in business! Scoreboard Sponsor ($5,000) -Bend Research Print Media Sponsor (in -Kind) - Bend Bulletin &The Source Weekly (1 Remaining) Radio Media Sponsor (In Kind) - Horizon Broadcasting Group TV Media Sponsor (in Kind) - (2 Available) Round Sponsor ($1,000) (8 Available) jC Team Sponsor ($500) (Only 37 remain!) Admission Tickets ($20) (Approximately 200 available) Contact Name 1)/4-117 ke"'p'Lt r� Company DeSchiAL S Ocn # Address 1/ `1 iU cwt. City X32'.) D State Orte`(^'1 Zip 17701 Sponsor Name Phone 5yI-'SSV-E-Mail '?a+--7IN 0 -�C-LaOs.too. Enclosed is my check payable to the Education Foundation Please bill me by year end of 2010 Please bill me in 2011 Please charge $_ to my credit card: Mastercard Visa Account # Exp. Date_ Security Code Name on Card Address City State Zip Signature Date Remember - your team can earn a FREE mulligan if paid for by 12/31/10! The Trivia Bee is the Education Foundation's signature annual community event. Your participation will help provide funds to support our teachers, classrooms and students. The Education Foundation for the Bend -La Pine Schools is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation. Our tax identification number is 93-1064935. For more information contact us at 541-322-5493 or education,foundation@ bend.k12.or.us. Send this form to: The Education Foundation for Bend La Pine Schools P.O. Box 6566 Bend, OR 97708.6566 On behalf of our students & teachers - Thank you! THE EDUCATION FOUNDATI UN FOR THE BEND -LA PINE SCHOOLS 2011 TRIVIA BEE TEAM INFORMATION Please send completed form by January 28th to: The Education Foundation for Bend La Pine Schools PO Box 6566 Bend, OR 97708-6566 OR FAX to: 541-383-6003 OR EMAIL this information to: Heather Vihstadt, Executive Director education.foundation@bend.k12.or.us Who first uttered the phrase, "Cowabunqa?" Answer: Chief Thunderhead on the Howdy Doody Show Sponsoring Organization Jas c w -1't s ('ay Sponsor Contact Contact Email address Contact Phone Team Organization (if different from Sponsor organization) Team Information Contact (if different from Sponsor Contact) Team contact email Team contact phone Trivia Team Name* There will once again be a competition for the best team name! Prizes awarded! Trivia Team Members* Name 1 2 3 email address Phone * This information can be changed up to the day of the event. Please contact us to let us know of any changes by calling 541-322-5493 or via email at education.foundation@bend.k12.or.us THE EDUCATION FOUNDATIUN FOR THE BEND -LA PINE SCHOOLS TRIVIA BEE proceeds helped to fund the following Classroom Grants in 2010! On behalf of the countless educators & students impacted by this program - Thank You!!! Tamarack Self Expression thru Art & Music Art & Music $ 2,500.00 Bear Creek Elementary ORFF Instruments Art & Music $ 1,869.83 Ensworth Elementary Year of Ceramics -3D Exploration Art & Music $ 400.00 Ponderosa Elementary Glazes Art & Music $ 591.48 Lava Ridge Elementary Exploring Native American Three Rivers Elementary Linking Lens & Language Ponderosa Elementary Culture Art & Music $ 1,000.00 RE Jewell Updated Keyboard Instruments Art & Music $ 2,015.00 Lapine High School Breaking the Silence through Art Art & Music $ 1,000.00 Art & Music - 7 $ 1,414.00 $ 9,376.31 Buckingham Elementary Smart Board Technology $ 1,500.00 High Lakes Elementary Clickers in the Classroom Technology $ 2,450.00 Juniper Elementary Smart Board Technology $ 1,000.00 Lapine Elementary Lexia Technology Technology $ 2,487.00 $ 985.00 Lava Ridge Elementary Smart Board Three Rivers Elementary Linking Lens & Language Technology $ 1,250.00 Cascade Middle School My Access Writing Program Technology $ 1,500.00 High Desert Middle School Q Reads Technology $ 2,416.00 Pilot Butte Middle School Bringing English to Life for ELL Technology $ 1,414.00 Mt View High School Document Cameras Technology $ 978.00 Summit High School Summit Science Center Technology $ 2,449.00 18,429.00 Technology -11 Elk Meadow Elementary Highland Elementary Lava Ridge Elementary Miller Elementary Pine Ridge Elementary Pine Ridge Elementar Life Cycle Chicks Math Manipulatives Tools for Teachers Pilot Butte Middle School Skyview Middle School Bend High School Action Based Learning & PE Greenhouse Battle of the Books -2010-11 Unicycles Field Study of OR Cascades Tools for Teachers Tools for Teachers Tools for Teachers $ 124.76 Tools for Teachers Bend High School Lapine High School Tools for Teachers - 11 2010 Grant Totals - 29 Spring Forward Tools for Teachers Tools for Teachers Tools for Teachers $ 1,000.00 $ 1,775.00 $ 1,749.00 $ 650.00 $ 1,200.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 305.75 Autoclave/Sterilization Equipment Sign Language Class Tools for Teachers Tools for Teachers $ 2,500.00 $ 262.47 Equip Life Skills Metal Shop Tools for Teachers $ 2,500.00 $ 13.066.98 $40,872.29