The Le Mars Community Schools Foundation plays a vital role in enriching the educational experience for our students. By supporting our Foundation, you directly contribute to:•ENHANCING EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNTIES. We aim to provide exceptional learning opportunities by funding innovative programs, technology upgrades, and specialized curriculum initiatives. With your support, we can empower our students to explore their passions and develop critical skills for the future.•SUPPORTING EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION. Our dedicated educators play a pivotal role in shaping the minds of our students. Through the Foundation, we provide classroom resources and recognition programs for teachers, students, and staff.•PROVIDING SCHOLARSHIPS. Scholarships through the Le Mars Community Foundation provides support for students to attend college, vocational programs, or pursue other educational pathways.
WHO WE ARE
The 2024 LCSD Foundation board members:Front row, L to R: Rosalie Ellefson, Terri Martin, Julie (Powell) Hurt, Joann (Barker) Johnson, Kristin (Beitelspacher) Koerselman, Michelle Connor.Back row, L to R: Zach Lancaster, Dr. Steve Webner, Josh Kovarna, Toby Sullivan, Dr. Greg Jeneary, Jessica (Reuter) Martinez, Debra (Renken) AhlersNot pictured: Steve Albert, Janelle (Scholten) Bixenman, Nate Kass, Kay Michaelson, Carolyn (Swenson) Vance
HOW YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Your financial contribution, no matter the size, will directly support our initiatives and programs. Consider becoming a corporate sponsor or individual donor to demonstrate your commitment to education and the continued success of our students. Sponsor and donor opportunities offer visibility and recognition, showcasing our dedication to our community’s future. Contributions can be directed to the General Scholarship fund, the General Foundation fund, the Endowment fund, Specific requests fund, or Memorials in Memory of fund.Help us to raise awareness about our Foundation’s mission and initiatives. Together, we can create a ripple-effect of lasting and positive change.
PLANNED GIVING OPTIONS:•Cash Gift•Life Insurance•Wills and Bequests•Endowed Gifts•Charitable Gifts•Retirement Plan Giving•Securities•Memorial Gift•Grain Donation•Land Gift•Stock TransferPlease visit with your financial advisor.
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CONTACT INFOLe Mars Community Schools Foundation940 Lincoln St. SWLe Mars, IA 51031712-546-4155
NEWS AND EVENTS
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THE STUDENTS AND STAFF OF LE MARS COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Ms. Amy Gehling is the Le Mars Community Schools’ 2024 Teacher of the Year and awarded the annual Decades of Excellence Crystal Bell award.“Ms. Gehling exemplifies the qualities of an outstanding educator: dedication, passion, creativity, and compassion,” reads her nomination. “Her patience, kindness, and genuine care for students’ well-being make her not only an outstanding educator, but also a beloved mentor and role model.” Ms. Gehling has served as a 4th grade teacher at Kluckhohn Elementary since joining the Le Mars Community School District twenty-one (21) years ago. In addition, she has been active as a mentor teacher and a model teacher through the district’s Teacher Leadership program. Ms. Gehling was nominated for this award by Amber Christiansen, parent of one of Ms. Gehling’s students.The Decades of Excellence Crystal Bell award is co-sponsored by the LCSD Foundation and the LCS Alumni Association. The award is presented annually to honor outstanding teachers who have dedicated their careers to the education of our children. She was honored at the Foundation Banquet in April 2024.
Distinguished educator and alumnus Jim Lorenzen shares the importance of community partnership in achieving educational excellence.
Supporting our children,families, community and school
Carolyn Vance and Deb Ahlers present the Teacher of the Year Award to Amy Gehling on behalf of the Alumni Association and Foundation.
The Le Mars Community Schools Foundation plays a vital role in enriching the educational experience for our students. By supporting our Foundation, you directly contribute to:•ENHANCING EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNTIES. We aim to provide exceptional learning opportunities by funding innovative programs, technology upgrades, and specialized curriculum initiatives. With your support, we can empower our students to explore their passions and develop critical skills for the future.•SUPPORTING EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION. Our dedicated educators play a pivotal role in shaping the minds of our students. Through the Foundation, we provide classroom resources and recognition programs for teachers, students, and staff.•PROVIDING SCHOLARSHIPS. Scholarships through the Le Mars Community Foundation provides support for students to attend college, vocational programs, or pursue other educational pathways.
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THE ROLE OF THE FOUNDATION
WHO WE ARE
The 2024 LCSD Foundation board members:Front row, L to R: Rosalie Ellefson, Terri Martin, Julie (Powell) Hurt, Joann (Barker) Johnson, Kristin (Beitelspacher) Koerselman, Michelle Connor.Back row, L to R: Zach Lancaster, Dr. Steve Webner, Josh Kovarna, Toby Sullivan, Dr. Greg Jeneary, Jessica (Reuter) Martinez, Debra (Renken) AhlersNot pictured: Steve Albert, Janelle (Scholten) Bixenman, Nate Kass, Kay Michaelson, Carolyn (Swenson) Vance
HOW YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Your financial contribution, no matter the size, will directly support our initiatives and programs. Consider becoming a corporate sponsor or individual donor to demonstrate your commitment to education and the continued success of our students. Sponsor and donor opportunities offer visibility and recognition, showcasing our dedication to our community’s future. Contributions can be directed to the General Scholarship fund, the General Foundation fund, the Endowment fund, Specific requests fund, or Memorials in Memory of fund.Help us to raise awareness about our Foundation’s mission and initiatives. Together, we can create a ripple-effect of lasting and positive change.
PLANNED GIVING OPTIONS:•Cash Gift•Life Insurance•Wills and Bequests•Endowed Gifts•Charitable Gifts•Retirement Plan Giving•Securities•Memorial Gift•Grain Donation•Land Gift•Stock TransferPlease visit with your financial advisor.
Be a Champion for our Schools...
CONTACT INFOLe Mars Community Schools Foundation940 Lincoln St. SWLe Mars, IA 51031712-546-4155
NEWS AND EVENTS
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THE STUDENTS AND STAFF OF LE MARS COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Ms. Amy Gehling is the Le Mars Community Schools’ 2024 Teacher of the Year and awarded the annual Decades of Excellence Crystal Bell award.“Ms. Gehling exemplifies the qualities of an outstanding educator: dedication, passion, creativity, and compassion,” reads her nomination. “Her patience, kindness, and genuine care for students’ well-being make her not only an outstanding educator, but also a beloved mentor and role model.” Ms. Gehling has served as a 4th grade teacher at Kluckhohn Elementary since joining the Le Mars Community School District twenty-one (21) years ago. In addition, she has been active as a mentor teacher and a model teacher through the district’s Teacher Leadership program. Ms. Gehling was nominated for this award by Amber Christiansen, parent of one of Ms. Gehling’s students.The Decades of Excellence Crystal Bell award is co-sponsored by the LCSD Foundation and the LCS Alumni Association. The award is presented annually to honor outstanding teachers who have dedicated their careers to the education of our children. She was honored at the Foundation Banquet in April 2024.
Distinguished educator and alumnus Jim Lorenzen shares the importance of community partnership in achieving educational excellence.
Supporting our children,families, community and school