In November 2004, J.L. Boren Elementary was awarded a grant from the Mansfield Education Foundation entitled “Different Sizes of Disguises”.  The grant author was Spanish teacher Denise Gunnip.  The objective of Mrs. Gunnip’s grant application was to teach cultural diversity to Boren students through the tools of mask- and puppet-making during Spanish and art enrichment classes.  By following guidelines in George Ancona’s book The Piñata Maker, Boren fourth grade students constructed life-sized, papier-mâché basket puppets. Those puppets are still used for dances during Boren’s Hispanic Heritage celebration held each May.

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National Semiconductor Math & Science Grant ($10,000) & Think Big Grant ($10,000)

Sign up on Coursewhere - (50 seats available) Snacks, beverages served - Staff development credit

Seniors were treated to a colorful display of culture and dance at the Senior Center at the MAC! Students from Alice Ponder Elementary performed several Hispanic dances while dressed in colorful, authentic dance attire. The dance troupe is available to perform at events like Hometown Festival, civic events, PTA meetings at area schools and Cinco de Mayo festivals. Watch the Awesome Slideshow!

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The MISD Education Foundation hosted the 8th Annual Academic Recognition Banquet honoring the top 60 graduating seniors. Each senior honored a teacher who has made a significant impact on their life. The banquet was held at the Arlington Convention Center on Monday, April 28, 2008. Photo Gallery Coming Soon!

Click here to view the complete list of top 60 students and the teachers they will be honoring that evening!

See the complete list of sponsors who help make this wonderful event possible!

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Recently the Mansfield ISD Education Foundation awarded their Spring round of grants awards to teachers and staff from around the district.

View the complete list of winners:
Day 1 Winners
Day 2 Winners

Video and photo gallery Coming Soon!

Friday, May 16, 2008
Dr. Pepper C.J. Wilson Bobblehead (First 20,000)

For all MISD Staff, Students, Family & Friends!

Complimentary Student Tickets:
One (1) complimentary ticket will be awarded to students who achieve A or A/B Honor Roll status the third quarter of fifth six weeks.  Any kindergarten, first, and second grade student receiving a satisfactory grade in all areas of citizenship during the fifth grading period is also eligible for the one (1) complimentary ticket.

Additional Tickets:
The Mansfield ISD Education Foundation has arranged for a special reserved seating section for students, parents, and staff.  Honored students may sit in this section at no cost and their family may purchase additional tickets in this area at the discounted price of $18 (regularly $25).  Tickets are available for purchase starting April 21, 2008.  A portion of each ticket purchased will be donated to the Mansfield ISD Education Foundation.

To sit in this special area, you need to arrange for tickets ahead of time through the MISD Foundation Office at 817-299-6354 or 817-299-6355. 

Deadline to order tickets in advance is May 9, 2008. 
Tickets may be purchased directly from the MISD Foundation Office Monday through Friday, 7:30 am  - 5:00 pm through May 15, 2008.

Please consider sponsoring this tournament, more…

• $5,000 Platinum Sponsor ~ 3 teams, tee signs, gift
• $2,500 Gold Sponsor ~ 2 teams, tee signs, gift
• $1,000 Silver Sponsor ~ 1 team, tee sign, gift
• $750 Bronze Sponsor ~ 1 team, tee sign

Golf Tournament - June 16, 2008 Registration 10:00am

To make a quick, secure online credit card contribution, click here (go to “Donor Options,” then “Annual Drive”).  For more about why you should make a contribution to the 2008 Annual Drive, click here.  Questions?  Contact Linda Bacsik, Foundation Director at 817-299-6354 or email: click here.

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REMEMBER - If you are applying for a grant with technology equipment you must have your TTCC certification or be signed up for an upcoming class. Please send your grants to Ray Jaksa for approval and attach to your grant.