EDUCATION NEWS
Untitled Page
Irvine Public Schools Foundation raises more than $350,000 for Irvine Students
“Spirit of Excellence” Gala & Auction raised financial support and honored alumni of Irvine schools.
By Sophia GioielloPublished: November 18, 2011 12:30 PM
The Irvine Public Schools Foundation rolled out the red carpet to celebrate four prominent alumni of Irvine schools at this year’s “Spirit of Excellence” Gala & Auction. The organization’s second annual event was held on Saturday, Oct. 22 and raised over $350,000 for the students in the Irvine Unified School District.
The annual event’s co-chairs were IPSF Legacy Partners Janet Rome and Mary Brown, both of whom have provided significant financial support to Irvine students. The event was hosted at Kia Motors North America headquarters in Irvine and lead sponsor was Great Park Neighborhoods.
“Spirit of Excellence” united educators, parents, alumni and community officials in celebration of Irvine schools, with all the glamour of the Academy Awards; attendees were met by a red carpet, dined on a formal dinner and enjoyed a reception, bid on auctions and were entertained by performances by current students of Irvine schools and two Broadway stars
IPSF CEO Neda Zaengle says, “We are sincerely grateful for the support of the sponsors and gala attendees who contributed to this amazing community event. This one night underscores the special sense of community that is always present in Irvine and how we work together to make it an exceptional place to live, work and raise a family.”
The IPSF Spirit of Excellence award winners this year were honored for their accomplishments in the arts, science, music, and athletics. The 2011 recipients include, Oren Jacob, Chief Technical Officer at Pixar Films, Allen Adham, co-founder of Blizzard Entertainment, Eric Anderson, actor and musician, and Jason Lezak, Olympic gold medalist swimmer.
The City of Irvine was also recognized with a Spirit of Excellence Visionary Award for its ongoing dedication to improving education. Mayor Sukhee Kang adds, “The success of the Irvine Unified School District is unparalleled. It is supported by a City Council that for four decades has considered public education a cornerstone to our quality of life in Irvine.”
Related headlines
Irvine Public Schools Foundation announces fundraiser
Hoag helps the Irvine Public Schools Foundation fund school nursing jobs
Irvine Public Schools Foundation ramps up for fundraising events
Readers Feedback:
I am speechless
Comment at 11/18/2011
|
||||
|
The annual event’s co-chairs were IPSF Legacy Partners Janet Rome and Mary Brown, both of whom have provided significant financial support to Irvine students. The event was hosted at Kia Motors North America headquarters in Irvine and lead sponsor was Great Park Neighborhoods. “Spirit of Excellence” united educators, parents, alumni and community officials in celebration of Irvine schools, with all the glamour of the Academy Awards; attendees were met by a red carpet, dined on a formal dinner and enjoyed a reception, bid on auctions and were entertained by performances by current students of Irvine schools and two Broadway stars IPSF CEO Neda Zaengle says, “We are sincerely grateful for the support of the sponsors and gala attendees who contributed to this amazing community event. This one night underscores the special sense of community that is always present in Irvine and how we work together to make it an exceptional place to live, work and raise a family.” The IPSF Spirit of Excellence award winners this year were honored for their accomplishments in the arts, science, music, and athletics. The 2011 recipients include, Oren Jacob, Chief Technical Officer at Pixar Films, Allen Adham, co-founder of Blizzard Entertainment, Eric Anderson, actor and musician, and Jason Lezak, Olympic gold medalist swimmer. The City of Irvine was also recognized with a Spirit of Excellence Visionary Award for its ongoing dedication to improving education. Mayor Sukhee Kang adds, “The success of the Irvine Unified School District is unparalleled. It is supported by a City Council that for four decades has considered public education a cornerstone to our quality of life in Irvine.” Related headlines Irvine Public Schools Foundation announces fundraiser Hoag helps the Irvine Public Schools Foundation fund school nursing jobs Irvine Public Schools Foundation ramps up for fundraising events |
||||
Readers Feedback:
I am speechless
| Comment at 11/18/2011 |
