Our Mission
The mission of the Santa Clara Schools Foundation is to enhance the quality of education for all students in the Santa Clara Unified School District by providing a source of funds for educational projects, equipment, and programs which directly benefit the students.
Five Focus Areas
We are inspired by the creativity and innovation we see in our public school classrooms. Whether it be through the arts, music, health centers, gardens, or STEAM programs we support, we are creating a better future for our students and for our community.
The foundation focuses on programs that fall under five categories:
Students who are Socioeconomically-Disadvantaged
Interventions at the school and community level are critical given significant education gaps by social class. Cooperation between schools, parents, and the community is one of the keys to closing achievement gaps.
Students in special education
Supporting special education programs provides meaningful, purposeful, and fulfilling educational opportunities that help our special education students develop to reach their highest potential.
Student Equity
Cooperation between schools, parents, and the community is one of the keys to closing achievement gaps in our underrepresented students.
Student engagement in environmental stewardship and education
Supporting programs that bring nature into the classroom or programs that take our students out to learn helps our students appreciate our environment and brings many benefits for students, educators, and communities.
Student access to STEAM education and project-based learning (PBL)
Introducing STEAM knowledge to students helps them develop creativity and critical thinking and helps them learn to solve problems. Project-Based Learning brings real-life context and technology to our students encouraging them to become independent workers and critical thinkers.
The foundation focuses on programs that fall under five categories:
Students who are Socioeconomically-Disadvantaged
Interventions at the school and community level are critical given significant education gaps by social class. Cooperation between schools, parents, and the community is one of the keys to closing achievement gaps.
Students in special education
Supporting special education programs provides meaningful, purposeful, and fulfilling educational opportunities that help our special education students develop to reach their highest potential.
Student Equity
Cooperation between schools, parents, and the community is one of the keys to closing achievement gaps in our underrepresented students.
Student engagement in environmental stewardship and education
Supporting programs that bring nature into the classroom or programs that take our students out to learn helps our students appreciate our environment and brings many benefits for students, educators, and communities.
Student access to STEAM education and project-based learning (PBL)
Introducing STEAM knowledge to students helps them develop creativity and critical thinking and helps them learn to solve problems. Project-Based Learning brings real-life context and technology to our students encouraging them to become independent workers and critical thinkers.
Events Calendar
Project 23 @ Wilcox High |
January 28, 2023 |
Scholarship applications open |
March 1, 2023 |
Innovation Expo @ Mission College |
April 8, 2023 |
The Farmstand open |
April through October |
Wine and Beer Tasting Fundraiser |
May 2023 |
Convocation for all District staff |
August 2023 |
Backpack and School Supply Drive |
August 2023 |
Farm-to-Table Dinner Fundraiser |
September 2023 |
Art and Wine Festival |
September 16-17, 2023 |
Parade of Champions |
October 7, 2023 |
Annual Appeal open |
October through December |
Steps 4 Success Shoe Drive |
October 2023 |
Pumpkin Patch @ the Farmstand |
October 2023 |
Thanksgiving Meal Drive |
November 2023 |
Giving Tuesday |
November 28, 2023 |
Firehouse Run |
December 2023 |
Holiday Giving Tree |
December 2023 |
Christmas Trees @ the Farmstand |
December 2023 |
