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The Need

An immediate positive intervention is necessary. Our community must unite under a common mission - to enrich the education experience for all. This enrichment will come from the strengthening of extracurricular opportunities in addition to the encouragement of educators to engage students through innovation and exploration.

15%

of ECS students drop out of school

39%

of graduate are college/career-ready

1%

of the school budget dedicated to extracurricular programs

70%

of ECS students on free/reduced lunch

$1,000

Average annual out-of-pocket expense paid by teachers

$250

Average annual student fees per activity

Immediate Positive Impact

EEF-Impact-InfographicAn immediate positive impact is necessary in order to avoid further attrition in students and their families to neighboring districts through the state’s new open enrollment policies. More students choosing to attend ECS means more government funding to support the district.

Supplemental Funding

We need supplemental funding for extracurricular programming, special projects, and innovative teaching strategies that will enhance the educational experience and instill necessary values for long-term success, for all students regardless of their ability to pay. YOU can help support programs that will influence future generations!