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Attention Local Business Owners!

Here's a great new way to support ALL of Barrington's public schools while generating tremendous exposure and goodwill in the community at the same time. For a minimal investment (amounts range from $250 to $2,500), you can become a sponsor of Barrington Education Foundation (BEF). For more information regarding sponsorship opportunities, contact either Tracy Daugherty at btdaugherty@gmail.com or Heidi Dolan at mhklb@cox.net.


Barrington Education Foundation
283 County Road
Barrington, Rhode Island 02806

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PRESS RELEASE
Contact: BEF Public Relations Chair
(401)245-5000
February 13, 2008

BARRINGTON EDUCATION FOUNDATION (BEF) TO HOLD THIRTEENTH ANNUAL TELETHON IN MARCH

BARRINGTON, RHODE ISLAND:     The Barrington Education Foundation (BEF) will hold its thirteenth annual Telethon on the evenings of March 3 and 4, 2008. Telethon Co-Chairs Camilla Hemingway and Mary DeWitt along with Brad Faxon, Honorary Chair for the BEF Telethon, are looking forward to another successful event this year. Proceeds from this annual event contribute more than half of the total funds raised by BEF every year, and are distributed to the Barrington Public Schools in the form of grants for innovative and enriching programs and materials. Since its founding in 1992, BEF has awarded over $600,000 to the Barrington schools.

On March 3 and 4th, thousands of supporters of BEF will be contacted during the Telethon. Donations may also be made through the United Way campaign (Donor #6281). Pledges and donations, all tax-deductible, will help ensure a more enriching classroom experience for children in all grades in Barrington.

When your phone rings on March 3 or 4th, please know that BEF greatly appreciates your donations.


Barrington Education Foundation
283 County Road
Barrington, Rhode Island 02806
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PRESS RELEASE
January 30, 2008

 

 

BARRINGTON EDUCATION FOUNDATION (BEF) FUNDS $68,441

IN GRANTS TO PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOR 2008

 

 

The Barrington Education Foundation (BEF) is a non-profit organization of volunteers dedicated to the support and enrichment of all students within the Barrington Public Schools. Founded in 1992, BEF has raised and awarded over $600,000 to fund a wide range of programs, technology and materials through an annual grant cycle, providing direct benefit for the enrichment of students in all schools and grades in the district.

 

With this announcement of $68,441 in award funding for 2008, BEF provides funding for 16 grants that are distributed among all six district schools. Technology grants comprised the largest category of grant proposals, followed by Literacy.

 

The Barrington Education Foundation uses proceeds from its two annual fundraising events, the Rubber Ducky Race and the BEF Telethon (to be held March 3rd and 4th, 2008), as well as funds raised through the United Way,  from individual donors, sponsors and businesses to provide funding for these annual grant awards. Our largest sponsors this year are Merrill Lynch, Orthodontic Partners, Barrington Times, Coleman Realtors, Residential Properties and Lighthouse MD – all of which contributed $500 or more. In addition, BEF was the recipient of a generous and significant charity contribution of $11,000 from the CVS Charity Classic Golf Tournament, which helped tremendously with BEF’s ability to grant such deserving programs. BEF is proud to announce the following grant awards:

 

 

BARRINGTON HIGH SCHOOL

 

v     Interactive Whiteboard Technology : To be used by the math department to benefit all math students by providing the opportunity for interactive learning.

v     Large screen LCD:  A 50” flat screen will be installed in the lunch room to project the morning show and other video productions to a broader audience. Also will improve communication in the high school with regards to schedule changes and upcoming events.

v     Senior Project Resource : Research books will be added to the library’s existing collection for all students, more specifically seniors, to support investigation of topic selection, research of thesis paper, background for fieldwork and skills resources for presentations of senior projects.

v     Classroom Jeopardy : The Classroom Jeopardy software set will offer a creative approach for science teachers in preparing students for science assessments.

 

BARRINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL

 

v     Projecting Success:  12 LCD/speaker set-ups will be purchased for the Language Arts classrooms in the middle school to enhance differentiated learning.

v     Expansion of Music Computer Lab: This grant will allow for the expansion of computers and software for the electronic component of the music program.

v     Reading for All: An estimated 225 books will be purchased to benefit all middle school students and to aid in differentiated instruction and a new seventh grade social studies curriculum.

v     Robotics: Two additional computer Robotics Work Stations will be purchased for the lab. Each student in class will now have access to a computer to build and program a robot.

v     Large Printer : A 24” roll printer will be used by teachers to create educational posters for the classrooms.

 

HAMPDEN MEADOWS SCHOOL

 

v     Technology on the Go: Funds will allow for the installation of 9 wireless computer access ports (making the school wireless) along with the purchase of 5 laptops to allow teachers to implement creative projects right in their classrooms.

v     Mobile Technology: A mobile PCU and 30” LCD monitor will be purchased allowing increased accessibility for group presentations in each classroom.

v     Digital Piano: A new digital piano for the school to enhance music programs.

v     Books Fall Open: Enhance all classroom libraries to better meet the needs of all students and different reading levels.

v     Good Sports: Funds to be used to purchase library materials that support student interest in sports and recreation.

 

PRIMROSE, SOWAMS AND NAYATT SCHOOLS

v     Library Materials to support K-3 Social Studies Curriculum:  All three elementary schools will purchase library books to support the new social studies curriculum in each grade to further learning in the classroom and individually.

 

SOWAMS SCHOOL

v     Folk Music Workshops with Atwater-Donnelly : Atwater-Donnelly will perform workshops for the students offering insights into the genre and origins of folk music. The workshops will also raise awareness of the health benefits of dance and the physical requirements of dancers.

 

 





Important Reminder to the Friends of Barrington Education Foundation...

As you are aware, since 1992 BEF has awarded close to $608,850 in grants to the Barrington Public Schools benefiting every school in the district, grades K through 12!

Please consider BEF during the upcoming 2007 United Way Campaign. Many companies provide matching funds which would double your contribution!

Simply designate your United Way gift to BEF indicating the foundation's full name and community:

Barrington Education Foundation, Barrington, RI




Annual BEF RUBBER DUCKY RACE

Was held Saturday, September 29th, 2007         2:00 - 4:00PM

Race at 3:00 PM at Woods Pond

Share an afternoon of good old-fashioned fun in front of the Senior Center with your children and friends. Events for all to enjoy including DJ Louis Moniz, Del’s Lemonade, Face Painting, Airbrush Tattoos, Balloons, and Popcorn!!!

  • 1st Prize *******************$1,500
  • 2nd Prize ********************$500
  • 3rd Prize ****************Sony PSP
  • and many more great prizes. . . . . . . . .
Tickets are $10.00 each or 6 tickets for $50.00

Return COMPLETED ticket stubs with CHECK payable to BEF, 283 County Rd, Barrington, RI 902806
OR purchase tickets at ticket booth and race day!
Each ticket purchased enters a duck into the race

BEF is a non-profit organization of volunteers dedicated to the support and enrichment of all students in the Barrington public school system. Since it was founded in 1992, BEF has raised and distributed almost $608,850 in grants to the Barrington public schools. These grants are made possible through the proceeds raised at our annual Rubber Ducky Race and our annual Telethon. Last year, grants were made to all 6 public schools for items such as portable sound systems, scientific lab equipment, LCD projectors, camcorders, Elmo projectors and many, many books.

Corporate Sponsors:
  • Merrill Lynch
  • Orthodontic Partners
  • Coleman Realtors




2007/2008 BEF Corporate Sponsors

Valedictorian
Merrill Lynch
Orthodontic Partners

Salutatorian
Barrington Times
Coleman Realtors

Highest Honors
Residential Properties
Lighthouse MD

Honor Roll
Bagels, Etc.
Sylvan Learning Center
Brown, Lisle & Cummings
Webster Bank





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