Time for some more FAQ’s about the San Bruno Education Foundation! Question 3: What is the difference between the education foundation and my school’s parent-teacher organization? Do I need to donate to both? Answer: Parent-teacher organizations and local education foundations help bridge the gap left by state funding to cover the costs for an exceptional education for every student. Both …
Meet Our Board: Makiko Sato
Makiko Sato joined the Board of the San Bruno Education Foundation this spring and has taken over the role of treasurer from Renee Callantine, who held the position for many years. With twin daughters in first grade at John Muir Elementary, she has worked as a consultant to California school districts for over 15 years with a focus on planning …
FAQ #2: Why Do We Need Education Foundations?
Time for some FAQ’s about the San Bruno Education Foundation! Question 2: Why do we need education foundations? Don’t our expensive property taxes pay for our schools? Answer: There is a common misconception that State and local property taxes provide enough funding for an exceptional education. Unfortunately, this is not the case. California actually spends $1,000 less per student than …
San Bruno’s Comprehensive Music Education Program
The SBEF conducted an online survey of district parents in the spring, and music education was one of the top enrichment programs that respondents wanted us to support. We’re happy to report that San Bruno schools already have a thriving, comprehensive music education program, thanks to funding from the San Bruno Education Foundation, San Bruno Community Foundation, Capuchino High School …
Support The SBEF While You Do Your Holiday Shopping
Did you know you can support academic enrichment programs for San Bruno students while you do your holiday shopping? Simply select the San Bruno Education Foundation as your charity of choice when you’re shopping on Amazon! Here’s how: Under your “Account,” go to “Your AmazonSmile,” and choose the SBEF as your charity. Always remember to start shopping at smile.amazon.com, and …
Meet Our Board: Renee Callantine
Renee Callantine joined the San Bruno Education Foundation in 2014 and has served as treasurer and fundraising chair. Her proudest accomplishment with SBEF is creating the after-school music program that is open to all 4th and 5th graders in the District and provides instrumental instruction for both band and orchestra. She has lived in San Bruno since 2004 and practices law …
Thank You for Donating to Our Giving Tuesday Campaign
The SBEF wants to say a huge THANK YOU to all the community members who donated to our #GivingSchoolsDay campaign! Every penny of the money raised will be used to purchase science equipment for Parkside Intermediate School and STEM training for San Bruno’s elementary school teachers. Didn’t get a chance to contribute to the SBEF by Giving Tuesday? You can …
Support STEM Education for San Bruno Students on Giving Tuesday
Today is #GivingTuesday, the annual holiday that celebrates charitable giving after the spending sprees of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. But in San Bruno, it’s #GivingSchoolsDay – a day to give back to our kids and our community! This Giving Tuesday, the San Bruno Education Foundation aims to raise $20,000 to purchase critical science equipment for Parkside Intermediate School and …
FAQ #1: Is The SBEF Part of the San Bruno Park School District?
Time for some FAQ’s about the San Bruno Education Foundation! Question 1: Is the SBEF part of the San Bruno Park School District? Answer: No, the SBEF is an independent, volunteer-run, 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to providing enrichment programs for every child in San Bruno’s public schools. With donations from community members and organizations, we support district-wide academic enrichment programs including …
Happy Thanksgiving from the SBEF
Happy Thanksgiving from the San Bruno Education Foundation! We are forever thankful to the wonderful San Bruno community members who support our schools. What are you most thankful for in the San Bruno community?