Friends of The Phoenix Fund

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1 Board of Directors Derrick Brooks, Chairman Emeritus David Mallitz, Chairman Norma Matassini, M.Ed, Vice Chairman Geza Henni, Treasurer Maria Tudela, M.Ed, Secretary Joe Affronti Chad Chronister Barry Davis, M.Ed Mercedes Hale, Esq. Robert Greenhalgh Jim Henning James D. Palermo, Esq. Valerie Panou Bonita Pulido, Ex-Officio Cynthia Vasquez, Ed.D Founders Derrick Brooks Edward J. DeBartolo Family Principal Kristine Bennett, M.Ed Assistant Principals Jeff Mitchell, M.Ed Jennifer Ervin, M.Ed Dear BDCHS Families: Friends of The Phoenix Fund Vision, values and a dedicated team have resulted in Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate High School ranking 7 th out of 3057 schools in the state for improved reading performance and within the top 10% of all schools in the state for improved math performance. We also received an A rating for four consecutive years. BDCHS is one of only two high schools in Hillsborough County to have received four consecutive A grades in a row. A large part of this success can be directly attributed to our school s model where students receive a quality public school education in a small, student centered learning environment. By providing a focused, high quality education with rigorous curricula, BDCHS equips students for post-secondary success. The partnership with each and every one of our BDCHS families and staff makes the difference for not only our students but for our community. To reach our goals, we are asking for your help. In previous years, the Annual Spring Auction has been the major fundraiser for BDCHS to support the needs of students and faculty. As our school has grown, these needs have outpaced the growth of this single once a year event. After exploring many suggestions and options in 2012, the Spring Auction was replaced by The Phoenix Fund. The concept is simple. You do not have to purchase tickets, gift wrap or chocolate. All you have to do is donate funds that will directly support educational initiatives that will support student learning a priceless investment. This fund raiser will operate year round with a focus in January and February to purchase much needed materials for second semester and the following school year. The Phoenix Fund s primary focus is providing seed money for these educational development tools along with future technology upgrades to keep our school competitive and current. It is based on these needs that our 2014 Phoenix Fund goal of $20,000 has been established. We encourage you to participate in our Friends of The Phoenix Fund To reach our goal we need for each student /family to donate or raise $100 for The Phoenix Fund. This one fundraiser reaches out and benefits all the students at Brooks DeBartolo. The funds go for educational software programs, student field experiences, student recognition, teaching materials, club materials, sport team essentials, and professional development/training needs to name a few. Specifically, there are plans including but not limited to: adding an additional technology lab and STEM lab, replenishing and updating textbooks, purchasing digital cameras for student use in their classes for multimedia presentations, adding a class set of mobile devices (ipad minis), annual software licenses, and much more. Don t forget it is a tax deductible donation. Through the Phoenix Fund, we can support a quality educational program directly. A donation card is enclosed for you to complete. Please make checks payable to BDCHS and place your student s name on the memo line so they can receive credit for the donation toward the various student incentives. You can support the Friends of the Phoenix Fund in 1 of 3 ways: 1) A Direct $100 donation. With this donation the family will receive recognition in the Phoenix News and will receive an engraved brick in the future brick walkway on campus. 2) Collect $100 from potential donors. Your goal is $100 in donations. All students who achieve the suggested donation amount will be entered into a drawing for an ipad. Upon return of the Donor Log to your homeroom along with the cash/checks, you will receive receipts to distribute to each donor for tax purposes.

2 3) A Family/Business Sponsorship. Sponsorship forms are enclosed. Donations along with the enclosed forms should be mailed directly to: Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate High School ATTN: The Phoenix Fund - CH North Central Ave Tampa, FL The Phoenix Fund fundraiser kickoff is January 22 rd with a special morning show presentation for the students. All $100+ donors will also be recognized in the Phoenix News and the BDCHS electronic newsletter that reaches more than 300 families. Prizes The first homeroom in each grade level with 100% participation wins a non-uniform day and ice cream party. A student must have at least $100 in donation to be considered a participant. 1. Top student in school (largest $ amount in donations) wins $ and 3 non-uniform days. 2. Top student in each grade (except in grade with 1 st place winner) with largest $ amount in donations wins $75.00 and 1 non-uniform day. 3. Each student that participates (participation defined as minimum donation of $100), will be entered into drawing for 1 non-uniform day. (4 winners) On behalf of the BDCHS teachers, staff and PAC Officers, we thank you for your support of Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate High School s continued success in Soaring to New Heights. Please contact us if you have any questions. Sincerely, Debbie Stultz Anicette Richardson Francine Brown PAC President PAC Treasurer PAC Secretary PAC. BDCHS@gmail.com A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE CH37972

3 Become A Phoenix Fund Sponsor! This program is designed for local business/community leaders and families to help build futures for our children. Sponsorship Opportunities: Bronze Phoenix Level: $500 Recognition in the PAC monthly section of the Phoenix News (e-newsletter) Family/Business name listed on the BDCHS webpage About BDCHS Sponsorship BDCHS Student receives one non-uniform day coupon Silver Phoenix Level: $1,000 All benefits of the Bronze level plus Thank you breakfast with Principal Kristine Bennett, school principal ¼ page business ad in the BDCHS yearbook Family/business name listed on the BDCHS banner for the remainder of the school year BDCHS Student receives 2 non-uniform day coupons Gold Phoenix Level: $2,500 All benefits of Bronze & Silver levels plus Thank you lunch with Principal Kristine Bennett ½ page business ad in the BDCHS yearbook Approval to send out one business flyer during the school year BDCHS Student receives 3 non-uniform day coupons Platinum Phoenix Level: $5,000 All benefits of the Bronze, Silver and Gold level plus Thank you dinner with Principal Kristine Bennett Full page business ad in the BDCHS yearbook Recognition banner in front of the school for one week BDCHS Student receives 4 non-uniform day coupons Please return completed form and check by February 10, Please make your check payable to BDCHS (memo section: Phoenix Fund and the student s name) and mail to: Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate High School ATTN: The Phoenix Fund North Central Ave Tampa, FL Thank you for your support.

4 [ ] Bronze Phoenix Level $500 [ ] Silver Phoenix Level $1000 [ ] Gold Phoenix Level $2500 [ ] Platinum Phoenix Level $5000 Contact Information Friends of The Phoenix Fund Family / Business Sponsorship form Family / Business Name Family / Business Name as you want it to appear in our publication Contact person(s) Address Suite # City / State Zip Office phone # Office Fax # address Website address Brief description of services / items offered Children attending BDCHS: Again, THANK YOU for supporting Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate High School

5 Donation log Donor Name Address Amount Cash / Check Please make checks Payable to BDCHS. TOTAL Student s Name Homeroom Teacher