HOW THE EAST FUND STARTED
Our story began in 2003 when a group of parents founded The East Fund, which is dedicated to maintaining the integrity and quality of educational programming for students at Shawnee Mission East.
Our grants focus on three areas:
Professional
Development
1
Classroom
Programs
2
Technology
Enhancements
3
MISSION
The mission of The East Fund is to enhance the educational experience and to create resources to provide opportunities for all students and teachers to reach their maximum potential.
GOAL
Our goal is to provide educational opportunities and innovation to benefit every student at Shawnee Mission East.
VISION
Our vision is to create a learning environment where expectations and aspirations are high.
BOARD MEMBERS
Paul Stephens, President
Christina Wilkerson, President-Elect
Shannan McKee, Secretary
Ashly Hanson, Treasurer
Jay Klumpp, Assistant Treasurer
Amy Prendiville, Alumni Relations
Victoria Flower, Student Ambassadors
Laurie Morrissey, Fundraising Party
Allison Taylor, Communications
Julie Baker, Grants Chairman
Jill Wehner, Nominating
Jenn Miller, Video Board/Advertising
Kelly Martucci, Past President
Jason Peres, Principal
Michelle Schmidt, PTA Representative
GRANTS COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Julie Baker, Chairperson
Marisa Laing
Jessica Marien
Cary Miller
Shelly Murphy
Megan Ochs
Jill Wehner
Laura Wildman
Krista Lind, Staff Representative
ALUMNI REUNION TOURS
Beth Fowler