Toledo Refining recently teamed up with Toledo Public Schools to get students involved in thinking about the revitalization of their community through an essay contest. For the essay, students shared their thoughts about why they enjoy Navarre Park. In addition, they were asked to share what they would like to see added or changed. The
On December 2, 2019 Executive Director, Erica Halada was presented with a $10,000 donation from the Rotary Club of Toledo to aid in ensuring more pre-schoolers are tested for lead poisoning. A few highlights: 650 students within the district were tested for lead poisoning during the 2018-2019 academic year. Amy Allen - TPS Transformational Leader
When you step into Meagan’s classroom you get a warm welcome from all of her students. Meagan is a special education teacher at Start High School where she teaches reading, vocational, music, math and life skills. Through the Creative Impact Grant, Meagan was able to purchase a dresser, where each student has their own drawer
Stacey is - in a word - caring. Her dedication to her work with The Sight Center of Northwest Ohio is truly impacting the community. Stacey holds a bachelor’s degree from DeVry University and is a proud alumni of Woodward High School’s class of 1991. We recently sat down with Stacey to discuss not only
Some scholarship applications can be grueling and time consuming, but so worth it! We wanted to provide you with some scholarship application tips to help make the process smoother! Read Directions - Complete the full application and follow directions or requirements. Be sure to read all directions and what is required prior to starting
Personal Finance Lab - A Real World Simulation "I am so thankful to have received the Creative Impact Grant- my students are now able to experience a real-world simulation of how the stock market works as well as in its varied capacities." -Rana Rana Daniels is a teacher at Rogers High School and because of
Blake A. Minter is a 2016 graduate of Jesup W. Scott High School and recipient of the TPS Foundation scholarship. Blake is majoring in accounting will be graduating from Bethune-Cookman University in the spring of 2020. She recently shared with us not only how life at Bethune-Cookman has been, but also some insight on her
On November 19, 2019 Executive Director, Erica Halada and Board Member, Mark Luetke had the opportunity to talk about the work of the foundation and the need for continued financial support on WTOL's morning show! A few highlights: The foundation is seeking private donations to fill the gap in funding created by state cuts in public education
‘Tis the season of gratitude and we are deeply grateful for all of the donors that make it possible for us to promote quality public education and student success at TPS. Each year, Toledo Public Schools Foundation is joined by corporations, community groups, faith groups, media and private philanthropic donors that help us create and operate the
The Toledo Public Schools Foundation is excited to share with all 2019 graduation TPS Seniors an exciting opportunity to advance their post-secondary plans. TPSF continues to provide annual scholarships to Toledo Public Schools' graduating senior students pursuing their career path at a post-secondary accredited institution or a post-secondary career tech certification program. Scholarships will be