“Working Smarter by Working Together”

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The Claysburg Education Foundation was created by a five-member Board of Directors..

Board members identified a mission, vision, goals and By-Laws for the Foundation.

The logo “Working Smarter by Working Together” summarizes the framework upon which the Foundation was created. 

A plan was developed to create a collaboration that united the school district, businesses, corporations, and community resources to promote a high quality of education and students will graduate prepared for college and career success and they will become productive future members of society.

The Claysburg Education Foundation became a charitable organization under the 

Laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal

Revenue Service.

The Claysburg Education Foundation was approved for PA Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) funds. 

 Overall since 2014 we have promoted a Career Day, covered the expenses of teachers to learn about STEM through professional growth, purchased I-pads and technology equipment for the Claysburg-Kimmel School District, promoted the Arts through an art show and musical program, supplied money for teachers for Venture grants, sponsored  field trips, supported reading competition programs for Bedford County, supported the CK Backpack program, worked with Catalyst Space for a STEM field trip program, covered tutoring for students, adult technology classes and worked with the FBLA students on their projects assisted them on their endeavors to the FBLA Nationals. 

 We established a working relationship with Penn State - Altoona to establish an entrepreneur class set-up at no cost to the school district.  We also established a relationship with Mt. Aloysius College to work with students from Claysburg-Kimmel in STEM and also in other educational areas, and we have established a continuing relationship with St. Francis University.  Previously we had their staff come to Claysburg-Kimmel at no charge.  This year we are sending older students in grades 10-12 for a five day STEM class to St. Francis and also sending students in grades 5-10 to St. Francis for a two day STEM class.  We are also currently working on a relationship with Indiana University of PA to establish similar type relationships. 

 The Foundation has collaborated with the foundations at all surrounding schools in Blair and Bedford County as well as the Intermediate Unit 8 to further satisfy the growing needs of today's students. 

 In addition to the continued focus on STEM and the Arts, the Foundation will be expanding its role with funding for trips for students to colleges and other locations so students can see the types of careers and additional educational experiences are available.  There will be an increased emphasis on STEM especially in the high school after school and during school with additional training and special projects with more rigor involved.  Leadership, Clubs, Student and Community Projects will also focus on working with the entrepreneurial aspect of student leadership.  We have provided funding as a means of promoting student goodwill in the school district.  A Technology Grant for Video and Editing Technology has been very successful with students broadcasting athletic events and other special occasions and making them available on YouTube for those who have not been able to attend.  

 The Foundation's success begins with the donations from businesses and individuals.  Without these funds and much of it PA EITC funds, we would never be able to finance many of the projects needed by the district.  

The Claysburg Education Foundation is financially poised to continue supporting the Claysburg-Kimmel School District.  This is mainly due to the generosity of our local businesses contributing through PA EITC tax credits.  We want to thank them for their support of our Claysburg community.  We encourage you to talk to us about these opportunities to help the Foundation and school district.  This year we will also be working with individuals and couples on PA EITC tax credits. 

 ​Join us, assist us, support us with your time, talents and finances as we continue to work with the Claysburg-Kimmel School District on making it a progressive, technology driven school. 

Please contact us if you would like to help in anyway.