Is Dede Schaffner A Long Lost Cousin of Santa?!


It has been rumored that Dede Schaffner is a descendant of Ol' Saint Nick himself! So with only five days until Christmas, we sat down with Dede to get to the bottom of this long standing rumor.  While we figured out that she is not a descendant of either of the Claus', she does have some traits that resemble the giving spirit of Ol' Saint Nick. 

Just like Santa, Dede comes bearing gifts in a "red bag", only for a different cause.  In September of 2012, Dede initiated the Red Bag Campaign here in Seminole County, where nonperishable food items are sent home in backpacks with students in need every Friday. This backpack, discrete enough not to cause attention to students, comes equipped with enough food items to ensure our children have a meal to eat over the weekends. 

Since inception the program has grown and is now in 58 Seminole County Public Schools, attesting to the need in Seminole and the support received from local churches, business, and civic organizations! 

Dede has been a long-time supporter of The Foundation, a school board member and an overall champion of education for decades! And w hile Dede's term as school board member has ended, she will continue as a board member and major donor of The Foundation for Seminole County Public Schools!

If you too, like Santa, want to contribute special items in a Red Bag, contact Dede Schaffner

The Riverside Dash is Back! Register Today!
    
Registration for the Seminole County Chamber Riverside Dash is now open! Join us on April 2, 2017 at Fort Mellon Park in Sanford for one of the premier races in Central Florida.  

Support your school district and use code SCPS when registering, and a portion of your registration will be donated back to The Foundation. Don't wait, register now! Prices will increase soon.  

For more information on The Riverside dash visit, riversidedash.com.

Take Stock Holiday Celebration


On Thursday, December 15, n early 150 students, family members, and Take Stock mentors enjoyed a delicious traditional holiday meal and an evening of entertainment and fun thanks to the generous support of Wharton-Smith, Inc. 

Special guest Bobby Murphy, Assistant Coach of the Orlando City Soccer Club, joined the celebration and delivered an interactive and attention-grabbing motivational talk to students and guests. Murphy even stayed and participated in the TSIC Mannequin Challenge

Thank you to Wharton-Smith, Inc. for proudly sponsoring this very special event! Happy Holidays from The TSIC family!
Congratulations to the 2018 Teacher of the Year Semi-Finalists!

Last week, Seminole County Public Schools (SCPS) announced its twelve Teacher of the Year (TOY) semi-finalists! We can't wait to celebrate our wonderful educators!

Join us at the 2018 TOY celebration presented by CFE Credit Union on March 3, 2017 at The Westin Lake Mary to see who will take home the big trophy and be named the 2018 SCPS TOY!


A year-end gift is an excellent way to invest in the future of today's students! 
As the end of the year approaches, consider making a gift to The Foundation!

 

CALENDAR - UPCOMING EVENTS
March 3
March 4 - March 5
March 6
23rd Annual Golf FORE Education Tournament
April 3

Ensuring that today's students become tomorrow's productive citizens.