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.
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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.
2023 - 2024 BOARD MEMBERS
Christina Wilkerson, President
Leslie Eakes, President-Elect
Brook Howard, Secretary
Jay Klumpp, Treasurer
Paul Stiglic, Assistant Treasurer
Amy Prendiville, Alumni Relations
Victoria Flower, Student Ambassadors
Sasha Boulware, Fundraising Party
Allison Taylor, Communications
Julie Baker, Grants Chairman
Jill Wehner, Nominating
Betsy Ballard, Video Board/Advertising
Paul Stephens, Past President
Jason Peres, Principal
Amy Prendivilee, PTA Representative
2023 - 2024 GRANTS COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Julie Baker, Chairperson
Cary Miller
Jessica Marien
Jill Wehner
Laura Wildman
Marisa Laing
Megan Ochs
Ian Bartalos (year 1)
Krista Lind, Staff Representative
ALUMNI REUNION TOURS
Beth Fowler