SAISD Foundation
2009 Grants
The San Antonio Foundation for Excellence in Education is a private, tax-exempt, non-profit 501 (c) (3) entity that collects and disburses tax-deductible gifts to fund innovative programs and projects within the San Antonio Independent School District to facilitate student achievement, develop and recognize staff and teacher excellence and strengthen partnerships in the community. Through the Foundation, the Excellence in Education Grant Fund has been established as a means of furthering students’ academic performance and achievement throughout SAISD. The Foundation was reactivated in October 2007 with a donation of $250,000 from H-E-B and Charles Butt and $100,000 from AT&T.
Foundation gifts in excess of $95,000 were granted in the 2007-08 inaugural year to support efforts in science, math, reading and special needs instruction. In addition, H-E-B’s generous contribution went toward expanding the Pre-K program at Bonham Academy.
A primary fundraising event sponsored by the Foundation is the annual Cinco de Mayo Golf Tournament scheduled May 4, 2009.
Advisory Board
Charles C. Butt
Tom Frost
Bill Greehey
Bartell Zachry
Board of Trustees
John T. Montford, President
Margaret G. Mireles, Vice President
Art Hall, Treasurer
Carri Baker Wells, Secretary
Hon. Joe Bernal
Trish DeBerry-Mejia
Pat Frost
Greg Garcia
Margaret Garcia
Leo Gomez
W. James Jonas III
Hon. Andy Mireles
Rachel E. Ponce
Robert Puente
Bob Raymond
Debra Salge
Dr. Julian H. Treviño
Committee Assignments (Jan. 09)
Development Committee
Carri Baker Wells, Chairperson
Trish DeBerry-Mejia
John T. Montford
W. James Jonas III
Robert Puente
Finance Committee
Art Hall, Chairperson
Pat Frost
Greg Garcia
Dan Naranjo
Grants and Programs Committee
Rachel Ponce, Chairperson
Carri Baker Wells
Mary Jo Fernandez
Margaret Garcia
Margaret G. Mireles
Rachel F. Ponce
Hon. Michael Villarreal
Communications Committee
Trish DeBerry-Mejia, Chairperson
Carri Baker Wells
Rev. David Garica
Frank E. Gonzalez
Linda Hardberger
Dr. Julian H. Treviño
Mission
To graduate all of our students and prepare them for success in higher education.
Vision
Our primary purpose of improving lives through a quality education is driven by an unrelenting determination to graduate all of our students and prepare them for success in higher education. Our ideology is reflected in our fundamental beliefs, commitments and core values that guide us in our daily practices.
Core Values
- Student Centered
- High Expectations
- Commitment
- Passion
- Integrity
- Respect
- Teamwork
Core Beliefs
- Every student can learn and achieve at high levels.
- We are responsible for the education and safety of every student.
- We are responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the school system.
- Everyone should be treated with respect.
- People support what they help create.