The Foundation for Public Education

Looking back over The Foundation's accomplishments, there are many milestones worth mentioning. Most notable is the over $300,000 in grants and services invested in PV schools!

Granted by The Foundation since 2007:

Hands On Science Center for all K-8 grade students
Professional Development School at PVUSD in partnership with ASU
College & Career Centers at Horizon, North Canyon, Paradise Valley, Pinnacle and Shadow Mountain High Schools
International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) candidacy at Quail Run Elementary
International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) at Vista Verde Middle School
Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program expansion at North Canyon High and Paradise Valley High
Accelerated Reader Renaissance Program expansion at North Ranch Elementary and Desert Springs Elementary

TFPE Requirements for Program Funding

Rigorous
Evidence-based
Effective -- utilizes available resources effectively
Managed -- well-developed plan and resource requirements; able to meet Foundation reporting requirements
Replicable -- able to expand to reach a broader student population
Sustainable -- able to obtain other funding resources over time
Relevant -- aligns with District strategic goals; complements other programs; relevant to college-going culture
Measurable and comparable results -- able to report results and produce multi-year trends