Hallsville ISD Education Foundation Frequently Asked Questions...
- Why was the Foundation started?
An important target in the school district's
Strategic Plan has been to obtain alternative revenue sources. Due to changes in state funding formulas and continued
limits in the state budget, state funds to the district have fallen to approximately 7 percent of the district's budget.
Local taxpayers fund 93 percent of the budget.
- How is the Foundation organized?
The Foundation Board of Directors has
three permanent directors which include the Deputy Superintendent of Schools, a representative from the district's Board of
Trustees, and a parent representative. In addition, the Foundation currently has 26 elected directors who serve three
year terms. All directors serve without pay. Directors include local business owners, community leaders, active
and retired school personnel, and interested parents. - What will the Foundation fund?
Funding priorities for the Foundation were developed by representative teachers, administrators, and the Board of Directors.
The initial priorities include:
- Innovate Teaching Grants
- Technology
- Staff Development
- Economic/Special
Needs of Students
- School/Community Partnerships Programs/Projects
- Student/Teacher Recognition Programs
-
Permanent Endowment Fund
The focus of funding will be on teacher-initiated projects that encourage, facilitate,
recognize, and reward creative and well-designed instructional approaches to learning. - What are other
ways I can contribute to the Foundation?
Your support can come from a variety of ways. All donations to the
Foundation are tax-deductible. Gifting options include:
- General Cash Donations
- Pledged Donations
- Matched Giving Through Your Company or Employer
- Planned Giving Through Wills, Trusts, Life Insurance,
and Estate Planning Programs
- Real Estate
- Stocks and Bonds
- Support of Special Foundation
Events
- Establishment of Honorary/Memorial Scholarships
- In-Kind Products and Services
The Foundation
will always welcome the intangible and invaluable gifts of your time and service. - How can you get
additional information about the Foundation?
Call Beth Godsey, Foundation Executive Director
at 903-668-5990, Ext. 5425. She will be happy to answer any questions you might have and send you detailed information
about the Foundation. Donations should be made payable to the Hallsville ISD Education Foundation. The mailing
address is P.O. Box 810, Hallsville, TX 75650.
Hallsville ISD Alumni Association Frequently Asked Questions...
- How can I join the Alumni Association?
Membership
is open to anyone who attended any school within HISD, current and former employees, or any family member of students or friends
of HISD. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to join!
To join, simply send a $10.00 annual membership fee
to Hallsville ISD Alumni Association, P.O. Box 810, Hallsville, TX 75650. Include information about when you attended
or your connection to Hallsville schools.
- We
are planning a class reunion. How can you help?
Send information prior to and photos afterwards.
We will publish them in the next Bobcat Pride newsletter. The Alumni Association can provide you with mailing labels
of classmates who are members for your next reunion. Please contact us! hhsaa@ymail.com
- What
are the goals of the Hallsville ISD Alumni Association?
- Keep Alumni Involved in our Schools
- Improve
Communications With Former Classmates, through
newsletters, social events, and enhancement of class
reunions.
- Provide opportunities for socialization through special events
and activities.
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