Let's get more DPS students traveling.

Our fundraising Gala on Saturday, April 25, was a huge success, bringing together meaningful awards, real connections, unforgettable travel stories, and inspiring student voices. Check out the photos and results below.

The 2026 DCIS FOUNDATION

INDIVIDUAL SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

Awarded at the Gala. Share the good news of our new scholars.

Alena Hoff

Greece, Medical Clinic and Refugee Svcs.

Madison Parker

Spain - Academic Year Abroad

Luna Hammel

Spain - Homestay, Language

Anja Eckelhoff

Croatia - Cultural Enrichment

Leyla Drabkin-Schade

Berlin, Germany - Homestay, Language

The 2026 DCIS FOUNDATION

GROUP SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

Awarded in January. They will share their stories at the Gala.

NOTE: Group Scholarship applications open in October 2026.

GERMAN EXCHANGE PROGRAM

East High School; Educators Marshall King and Audrey Maddox

JAPANESE EXCHANGE PROGRAM

Thomas Jefferson High School; Educator Kyler Jackson (Sensei)

GALA SPONSORS

Wait, did you see this video yet? Rick Steves has something to say about the DCIS Foundation and the transformative impact of travel.

The DCIS Foundation's mission is to advocate for and financially support immersive educational travel experiences for DPS students.

Board of Directors:

Dave Smith, President

Erin Sorce, VP/Secretary

Robert Bresnahan, Treasurer

Matt Harrison, Past President

Brandon Bohn

Christina Brady

Tiffany Brisena

Brady Efting

Shea Kauffman

Lisa LaBriola

Joy Miller Oliver

Matt Weimer

Marketing + Leadership:

Lauren Imola

Advisor, Development Strategy + Curriculum:

Emma Wingreen

Executive Director | CEO:

Theresa Meier Conley, Ph.D.

Ex Officio Board (Active):

Dan Lutz, Ph.D., Founder and Sr. Advisor

Melanie Grant, Founder and Sr. Advisor

In Memory: Board Member Dennis Gallagher

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