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Elevating Student Wellness

At Jeremy Ranch Elementary's kickoff assembly, students learned the 2026-27 school motto, "Hawks Fly Higher with Dignity – Lifting Each Other Up One Interaction at a Time!"

“The most encouraging insight I can share with families is that you are never alone in supporting your child – we have a dedicated team of trained professionals who deeply care for every single student in our building and wake up excited to make a positive impact each day.”

-Jacqie Spell, Jeremy Ranch Elementary School Principal

For the first time, each Park City School District elementary school will have its own full-time dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), expanding support for students' social and emotional well-being.

The expansion, funded in part through PCEF's first Innovation Grant, gives schools greater capacity to respond to students needs earlier, support educators and families, and help students build skills they can carry with them in and outside of the classroom.

PCEF supports four funding priorities to inspire all Park City students to successfully reach their academic and lifelong potential. These programs have an impact on every single one of our students.

Our goal for Build the Foundation is 100% participation from each family throughout our district. All donations make a difference.



A strong community builds strong schools. When you donate to PCEF you help our schools continue to be great and Build the Foundation for every student to succeed.

When you give to PCEF by September 18:

• You'll help your school PTO/A earn up to $5,000 in unrestricted UPS Stores Park City grants.
• You'll boost your student's chance to earn a PARTY for their grade (elementary and middle school).
• High school families who donate will be entered for exciting prizes, including free lunch and parking passes.
• You'll fund educator-powered initiatives that inspire all Park City Students to reach their academic and lifelong potential.

Build the Foundation School Participation:

• McPolin Elementary School: 25%
• Jeremy Ranch Elementary School: 21%
• Ecker Hill Middle School:18%
• Parley's Park Elementary School: 18%
• Trailside Elementary School: 18%
• Park City High School: 7%

Our Schools are Excellent

Even though $266 Million in Local Tax Dollars are Recaptured by the State and Redistributed to Other School Districts.

Funding What Matters Most: PCEF's Four Funding Priorities

PCEF donors will help fund more than $1.8 million in grants and programming for the 2026-27 school year.

PCEF Funding Priorities Through 2030

As PCEF celebrates 40 years of elevating education in the Park City School District, our strategic plan looks ahead to 2030, with students and educators at the center. Four funding priorities guide where Park City Education Foundation invests donor funding to ensure every dollar raised has the greatest possible impact on Park City students.

Personalized Learning: Preparing each student to meet their full potential.

Real World Learning: Equipping students for tomorrow's challenges.

Elevating Educators: Supporting educators in and out of the classroom.

Closing the Opportunity Gap: Every child, every chance.

Together these four priorities direct investments across more than 100 programs throughout our district.

New Educator Task Force Represents Educator Voices from Every School

Ecker Hill teachers: Molly Forster, Liz Thompson, Cynthia Schindler at 2025 Ideas for Impact.

The #1 Influence on Student Success is the Classroom Teacher

Educators are at the heart of Park City Education Foundation. Our values are classroom-centered, and input from each school is critical to deliver our mission to fund educator-powered initiatives that inspire all Park City students to successfully reach their academic and lifelong potential.

New this year, each school will have two representatives on the Park City Education Foundation Task Force to ensure educator voice is well-represented and infused into our programs district-wide. As the vital bridge between Park City Education Foundation and PCSD staff, Task Force members will ensure every school stays informed, supported, and heard.

When educators have a voice in Park City Education Foundation's work, our funding can better respond to what students need most in a fast-paced and ever-changing world.

Park City's Favorite Party to Benefit Students & Teachers

The Red Apple Gala, generously hosted by Montage Deer Valley and sponsored by Pendry Park City & Town Lift, supports the best cause – our students!

This year Park City Education Foundation is Celebrating 40 Years of Elevating Education throughout the Park City School District – as we come together to support our students and teachers. Book your seats now so you don't miss out on Park City's favorite party.

Your support ensures funding for critical Park City Education Foundation programs that inspire our students to reach their academic and lifelong potential.

Classic Rock All Stars Concert – to Benefit Park City Education Foundation and Local Nonprofits

🎸 Classic Rock All Stars Concert

📆 Friday, September 25

⏰ 7:30-11:30pm

📍 The Marquis Park City

🎟️ $100 (21 years + over)

This benefit concert brings together an incredibly talented group of Las Vegas-based musicians who have performed with some of rock-n-roll’s biggest superstars! Featuring classic rock's biggest hits from Led Zeppelin, The Who, Queen, Pink Floyd, and more.

Net proceeds from the concert to benefit Park City Education Foundation, Park City Ski & Snowboard, and Park City Swimming Boosters.

Scholar Circle Breakfast Event Recap

We kicked off the school year at the Park Meadows Country Club with our Scholar Circle members. Our panelists offered wonderful insights for families and community members within the district. Specifically, the vital work happening across Park City School District—from early mental health support to civil discourse in AP Government. As PCSD begins shaping Vision 2040, we look forward to keeping our community engage in preparing our students for the future.

By joining Scholar Circle, you support teachers and students and help fund classroom-centered programs that prepare every Park City student for a lifetime of success.

📆 Save the Date 📆

July 1 - September 18: Build The Foundation

September 25: Classic Rock Concert

November 6: Live PC Give PC

November 14: Red Apple Gala

May 15: Running with Ed

Feeling Inspired? Click below to make a difference in

Park City students' futures.

Join Scholar Circle.

Want to Know More About Park City Education Foundation?

Be sure to check out the Park City Education Foundation website for information, resources, and stories about the students and teachers you inspire and the programs you provide.

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