Temple Education Foundation

TISD STAFF Want a FREE 7 Brew coffee party for your entire campus? ☕️✨

The TEF Employee Giving Campaign is officially back!
Your donations stay 100% local, funding Innovative Teaching Grants for TISD classrooms and scholarships for graduating seniors. 🎓🙌

The campus with the highest staff participation wins the ultimate coffee takeover! 🏆

How to win for your school:

1️⃣ Every Amount Counts: It’s about participation percentage, not dollar amounts. No donation is too small!

2️⃣ Choose Your Style: Give via payroll deduction, cash, or check.

3️⃣ Lock It In: Fill out the Google Form (link on website!) and send physical donations to Kathy Denton by September 30.

Rally your hallway, drop the link in your campus group chats, and let’s see who wants it most! 👇

TISD Educators: 46 Days Left to Fund Your Bold Ideas! 🍎

The Temple Education Foundation Innovative Teaching Grants are open, but the clock is ticking! Don’t miss your chance to secure funding for creative classroom projects, new technology, or unique learning strategies.

✨What these grants do✨

-Transform classrooms into engaging spaces
-Fund cutting-edge tools and tech for students
-Support innovative ways to close achievement gaps

💡Educators - Apply today and bring your vision to life.
💙 Community - Donate now to invest directly in local classrooms.

Deadline: July 24, 2026 @ 11:59 PM (46 days left!)

🔗 Apply or Donate:
https://templeeducationfoundation.org/programs/innovative-teaching-grants/](https://templeeducationfoundation.org/programs/innovative-teaching-grants/)

OH, YOU THOUGHT WE JUST HAD ONE HONOREE? 👀💙

Not so fast! We have another remarkable Wildcat whose impact continues to be felt throughout Temple and beyond.

WHO IS THE NEXT HONOREE?! 🤔

He’s a respected business leader and dedicated community advocate. This Temple High graduate has spent decades strengthening local institutions, supporting community growth, and investing in the place he proudly calls home.

✨ Hint: His leadership has left a lasting mark on Temple both inside and outside the boardroom.

MEET VIRGINIA LEAK CLASS OF 1969 💙🐾

In recognition of her commitment to healthcare, education, and service, Virginia Leak has dedicated her life to preparing future caregivers and healthcare leaders. Through her gifts of knowledge, leadership, and mentorship, she has made a lasting impact on students, healthcare professionals, and the Temple community.

Her dedication to nursing education and community service has helped shape generations of caregivers, leaving a legacy that continues to inspire and serve others.

We are honored to recognize Virginia Leak as a Temple ISD Distinguished Alumni Honoree. 💙

Join us as we celebrate our 2026 Distinguished Alumni Honorees! Purchase your tickets today or contact us about sponsorship opportunities for this special evening.

October 14, 2026
Mayborn Convention Center

Purchase tickets or learn more about sponsorship opportunities

Temple Education Foundation Distinguished Alumni Event