Members of the Chickasha Public School Foundation Board (CPSF) and President Jerry Pittman, presented outgoing board members, Renee Williams, Angela Jones, Veda Bush & Steve LaForge, awards of thanks and appreciation for their outstanding service, dedication and leadership.  Veda & Steve are completing six years of service.  Both of these board members have served multiple terms and were both instrumental in the early years of the Foundation.  They received the “Shooting Star Award” for their long time service.  Renee Williams served 4 years and Angela Jones 2 years.  Outgoing board members have been instrumental in developing the “Diamonds in the Rough” Program, “Challenge Day” along with the Sustaining Membership Program for CPSF.  Current board members include: Joyce Black, Jim Glaze, Becky Gordon, Rick Johnston, Pat Lau, Gina Lowe, Barbara Mandrell, Robyn Morse, Michelle Mottinger, Dr. John Phillips, Jerry Pittman, John Tointigh, Richard VanDyck, and Leann Voss.  New members joining the Board in 2012 include Angie Burruss, Conrad Duprez, Ann Fairburn and Terrence Spain.  The meeting was held at the home of Leann & Walt Voss and contained a social time for board members to get to know each other.

The Foundation Board members have accomplished great things in the 25 years since it was founded.  Board members and donors both individuals and businesses have facilitated over $600,000 in grants to teachers and helped students in the classroom engage with the learning process.  The Foundation is currently in a campaign to raise $1,000,000 for students in the classrooms and have reached $410,000 towards that goal.  In furtherance of its mission, CPSF, gratefully accepts donations from patrons and supporters. With the help of these generous donations, the Foundation is able to sustain its support for grants to teachers and high-quality programming that serve students in Chickasha. The CPSF is a registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization.  Charitable Giving and Planned Giving opportunities are available that leave a legacy to our students. Before December 31, 2011, if you are 70.5 years, you can transfer up to $100,000 from your IRA to charity.  It's not reported as income-100% goes to the charity.  Questions?  Call Lou Christian, Executive Director at (405) 823-6476.  In addition, CPSF is looking to expand Alumni records.  If you are alumni of Chickasha Public Schools, please share your information by visiting the home page and clicking on the button at the bottom of the page marked ALUMNI.  Visit us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/chickasha4kids.