March Newsletter

Our Mission

We are dedicated to elevating every student in Flagler County by uniting community, resources, and opportunity through innovative programs, mentorship, and unwavering support for educators and families. We remove barriers, ignite potential, and ensure every student has the resources and opportunities to succeed.

Beaver Toyota Student of the Week

Each week, Beaver Toyota will recognize and award a student from Flagler County School District as the “Student of the Week” along with the Beaver Toyota Award of Excellence. This award is given to students who are seen as someone who goes above and beyond as a student and leader of their school! Along with receiving the award, local radio stations, the Beach 92.7, KIX 98.7, KOOL 100.9, and WNXF 94.9, will air the student interview Monday through Friday around 5:20 pm.

Way to go, KaTrevion! Flagler Palm Coast High School

Way to go, Elevyn! Indian Trails Middle School

Way to go, Aliyana! Rymfire Elementary School

Inspire the Next Generation!

Future Friday is coming, and we’re looking for INDUSTRY LEADERS, COLLEGES, and BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS to share their knowledge and experiences with students.

Showcase your career path

Highlight opportunities in your field

Connect with future talent

Your story could spark a student’s dream career!

Sign up today to present, email johnsonm@flaglerschools.com

VidyaHerbs USA in Bunnell

It was an honor to attend the grand opening of VidyaHerbs USA in Bunnell. Exciting to see new investment, innovation, and job opportunities coming to our community. Wishing the entire team much success as they grow and make an impact right here in Flagler County!

Senior Scholarship Donor Dinner Celebration!

Thank you to everyone who came out for a wonderful evening to celebrate our donors for the senior scholarship! We gave a short presentation on how to prepare for the next steps in the big drive, and, as a surprise, it is a very special night for our students! In case you missed it, look out for an email from Madison with the presentation. The finish line is near for the class of 2026!

Vincent Clubhouse

We had such a meaningful afternoon at Vincent's Clubhouse, Inc. fundraiser supporting students and adults with disabilities

FCEF was truly honored to be part of such an inspiring event and to stand alongside an organization doing incredible work in our community. The impact they’re making is something special.

We even went home with a beautiful flower arrangement, and one of our guests, Nikki, was so moved by the cause that she literally bought the dress right off the hostess! Now that’s what you call passion and support

Grateful to be part of a community that shows up for one another. Thank you to Vincent for taking our party’s beautiful picture!

AAMP at BTMS

We celebrate our Speaker, Mrs. Charlie Brazier, of Significant Magazine, an international magazine that shares art, music, fashion, and more. The Buddy Taylor Middle School African American Mentoring Program for Girls learned how Mrs. Brazier got started, from the military to now, as a publisher/writer/artist, and how to self-motivate and find your passion. Thank you for sharing your excellence with our amazing girls.


Congratulations, Lauren Johnston!

Congratulations to FCEF board member Lauren Johnston! We are so excited to have her as an official member of the Flagler Schools Team!

Love these future scientists in their lab coats!

Storybook Science Night at Belle Terre Elementary School!

Fairy tales met science for a fun night of discovery!

Families enjoyed the Mad Science “Dragon Adventures” show, hands-on science stations, the 5th Grade Science Fair, and creative builds from the Brick Builders Club.

The GRAND HAVEN Women's CLUB continues to make an extraordinary impact in Flagler County

GRAND HAVEN Women's CLUB, through its generosity and unwavering commitment to giving back. Their recent donation to the Flagler County Education Foundation will directly support programs that uplift and empower our students and schools.

We are so grateful for this incredible group of women whose philanthropic hearts truly make a difference beyond measure. Because of partners like you, our community grows stronger, and our students are given greater opportunities to succeed.

Thank you, Grand Haven Women’s Club, for your continued support and belief in our mission.

Save the Date! Join us for the 2026 Flagler County Golden Eagle Dinner as we celebrate our 2026 honorees, Pete & Sue Freytag.

Help support the next generation of leaders. A gift of $200 or more makes a massive difference for local Scouts!

Grand Haven Golf Club

May 18, 2026 @ 6 PM

RSVP: Cherise.Czaban@scouting.org

Gearing up for S.T.U.F.F. Bus This Summer!

Summer Drives are coming back starting may be on the look out & you can host the bus at your location!

HOW YOU CAN HELP:

Donate Supplies: Drop off items at the Flagler Ed Foundation Bus in the parking lot at 1769 E Moody Blvd, Bunnell, FL 32110

Contact Stephanie Ellis for any questions!

Make a Financial Gift: Support the S.T.U.F.F. Bus directly here:

https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx...

Thank you for helping us take care of our Flagler family!

New Worlds Reading Family Fun Night!

Family Fun Night: Literacy & Learning! Join New Worlds Reading and the Flagler County Education Foundation for an exciting evening focused on your child's reading success!

This event, supported by the UF Lastinger Center for Learning, is designed to be both educational and engaging for the whole family. Consortium of Florida Education Foundations

What to expect: Reading Strategies: Learn valuable tips and tools to support your child’s reading development at home.


Free Meal: Enjoy a complimentary meal (available for all registered participants)!

Event Details:

When: Wednesday, April 8

Time: 5:30 PM

Where: Buddy Worth Cafeteria, 4500 Belle Terre Pkwy, Palm Coast, FL 32164


Don’t miss out! Pre-register today to secure your spot by using the QR code in the flyer

The 2026 JDC Book Presale is LIVE!

We are so proud to announce that the newest edition of "Write On," the official anthology of the Josh Crews Writing Project, is now available for presale!

This year’s book features original stories, poems, and essays from talented student-authors across all Flagler Schools. By purchasing your copy early, you’re helping us celebrate the voices of our youth and ensuring this project continues to grow.

Don't miss the Book Launch on April 8th! Get your copy signed by the published authors.

Support our young authors!

Order your copy today!

Space Coast Ribbon Cutting

Big cheers to our friends at Space Coast! Not only did they celebrate their official ribbon cutting on the Space Coast this week, but they also stepped up in a huge way for our local schools.

We are so moved by their generous donation to the Flagler County Education Foundation. It’s businesses like yours that ensure our students and teachers have the resources they need to soar. Flagler Schools

Congratulations on the grand opening. We’re so proud to have you in the Flagler family!

5th Annual Joe Rizzo Memorial Golf Classic Monday, April 20th!

The most anticipated golf event in Flagler County is back!

Get ready for the Joe Rizzo Memorial Golf Classic. It’s not just a tournament—it’s a full day of: Food & Drinks on every hole, The legendary Golf Ball Launcher, Silent Auction & 50/50 Raffle, Exclusive FootJoy Swag Bags

Come for the golf, stay for the impact. All proceeds benefit the Flagler County Education Foundation Classroom to Career Programs.


WHEN: April 20, 2026, WHERE: Grand Haven Golf Club.

Advent Health Heart Screening

Protect your athlete! Matanzas High School & AdventHealth Palm Coast are hosting heart screenings on April 16th. Required for many extracurriculars and recommended for all! Fast, easy, and life-saving. Don't miss out!

Advent Health Heart Screenings

Protect your athlete! Flagler Palm Coast High School & AdventHealth Palm Coast are hosting heart screenings on April 3rd. Required for many extracurriculars and recommended for all! Fast, easy, and life-saving. Don't miss out!

Flagler Tiger Bay Club Luncheon

It was so nice to welcome students from the Matanzas High School and Flagler Palm Coast High School Allied Health programs at the Flagler Tiger Bay Club luncheon!

As we listened to Rob Deininger, President and CEO of AdventHealth’s East Florida Division, discuss the "Trends in Healthcare" and the innovations shaping the next decade, it was inspiring to have our future medical professionals in the room. These students are already working toward certifications like EKG and Patient Care Technician; seeing them engage with industry leaders is what our mission of mentorship is all about.

Thank you to the Matanzas and Flagler Palm Coast High School Allied Health team for joining the conversation. The future of Flagler County’s health is in great hands!

Songwriter Festival

4 Days. Dozens of Hit Songwriters. One Legendary Stage.

Join us April 23-26 for the Palm Coast Songwriters Festival. Hear the stories behind the songs you love from the people who wrote them.

Tickets are moving fast!

Great Minds Summer Camp!

Summer learning is fun learning. We are so excited to have The NASCAR Foundation sponsor the 2026 Great Minds Summer Program at G.W. Carver Center in Bunnell. Spaces are limited for Flagler Schools students.

Flagler Schools science teachers are learning from each other right here in Flagler County

Thanks to a generous Florida Power & Light grant through the Consortium of Florida Education Foundations, we are proud to support an incredible opportunity for our educators to collaborate, grow, and bring even more innovation into their classrooms.

When teachers invest in each other, students reap the rewards. We’re honored to help elevate science education across Flagler County and can’t wait to see the impact in our schools!

Palm Coast Families! Save the Date for the FREE WaterSafe event!

Sat, May 2nd | 10 AM-1 PM

Belle Terre Swim & Racquet Club

Enjoy water rescue demos, CPR info, a Kids Zone, & sign up for swim lesson scholarships!

Bring a towel & be ready to get wet!

Flagler County Education Foundation


Email: fcef.main@gmail.com

Phone: (386)-437-7526

Website: flagleredfoundation.org

Location: 1769 E. Moody Blvd. Bldg #2

Bunnell, FL 32110

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