Dear Families and Friends,
It's time again for us to ask for your generosity in order for our school and programs to maintain and continue raising the level of excellence that our students and staff strive for in all areas. While we would like to avoid seeking financial support from our friends and families, our reality is that we need your help. Charter schools already operate on approximately 15% less funding than other schools because we have to pay for facility costs out of our operating budget. For us, that is approximately 20% of our budget that, in other public schools, is paid for by local taxes. Additionally, as you have seen in the media and heard from us, the level of funding in all schools has decreased dramatically over the last few years, and will continue to decrease at least into the near future.
In spite of these financial challenges, our school has maintained our focus on excellence in character and academics. With this continued focus, we have continued to achieve at the highest levels. All of our schools were again named John Irwin School's of Excellence this year for being in the top 8% of all schools in Colorado. Our high school was THE top performing school in Colorado for the fifth consecutive year. Athletics and the arts are also an important part of our overall program, and we have had significant and growing success at the state and local level in these areas as well.
Your support has been key in the past in maintaining our level of excellence, and it is even more important this year. The financial challenges named above have had serious consequences for our staff-members, who have had their pay frozen for two of the last three years. It is the people who are responsible for the success of any organization, and our staff is the best anywhere. Their dedication to our students, our mission, and our curriculum has built our long track record of success. Therefore, in support of them, all funds raised though the Lend a Hand Campaign will go toward improving their pay.
Given the importance of this cause, we have set the bar high this year, with a goal of raising $100,000. Toward that end, we have made giving even easier: you may mail in a donation, drop it off at the front desk of any building, or contribute online by clicking on the "Make a Donation" button in this email or on our website.
Thank you for your ongoing support of our efforts to maintain excellence at Cheyenne Mountain Charter Academy and The Vanguard School.
Colin T. Mullaney
Executive Director
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Save the Date
The 2nd Annual Spring Benefit Bash will be held on Thursday, April 26, 2012 at the Briarhurst Manor Estate. Enjoy food and drinks, friends, and the silent auction, all to support exellence in education! You will soon be able to preview auction items and register for the event online!
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Get Involved
Getting involved in our school community is yet another way that families and friends can lend a hand and strengthen our school!
PTO: Meetings are scheduled for the second Tuesday of each month at 3:30PM in The Box. Attend two consecutive PTO meetings to be eligible to vote!
School Board: Meetings are scheduled for the second Wednesday of each month at 6PM in the Vanguard Library. Attend three board meetings in a school year to be eligible to serve on the board!
Volunteer: Participate in one of the many volunteer opportunities! Click here to see a list of opportunities.
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Families:
Donate Today!
Our goal is for families to donate $100 for each child attending CMCA or The Vanguard School. Bring a cash or check to the front office or donate online!
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Businesses:
Sponsor the Bash!
Sponsorship includes many benefits including advertising space! Click here to download the Sponsorship Letter, Benefits, and Agreement Form. You can also sponsor the bash by making an online donation!
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Spread the Word!
Do you know of a family or business that may be willing to donate to the Lend a Hand Campaign or the Spring Benefit Bash? If so, spread the word!
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Visit our Sponsors
Assist: Drive-Right Academy Tri-City Drywall Inc. Success Training Friend: Gerry Klein Glass Royal Gorge Bridge & Park Skate City The Faricy Boys |
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