I am pleased to report on the activities of the Somers Education Foundation for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2008. The year has been marked by a growing number of friends, donors and volunteers. This success has allowed us to award grants for creative and worthwhile projects of excellence in the Somers elementary, middle and high schools. These awards supported a wide spectrum of educational disciplines focusing on the need for state of the art technology.
In addition to our "Evening of Excellence" fundraiser, the Foundation presented a successful "Family Fun Day". The event included games, amusements, music, food and a visit by the "Trooper 1" helicopter. More than 500 children attended this event.
Our receipt program in partnership with Geissler's Supermarket proved to be an overwhelming success. Receipts submitted to the Foundation lead to a percentage donation from Geissler's Supermarket.
On behalf of the Foundation's Board of Directors, I wish to express our deep appreciation for the support of the Somers community as we continually strive to build a permanent foundation to meet the future educational needs of students in the Somers Public Schools..
Lou Bachetti, President
Somers Education Foundation