Campbell Nelson Volkswagon donates $35,000
October 26, 2012
For more information contact:
Deb Anderson, Executive Director
Edmonds Public Schools Foundation
206.334.0283
edmondspsf@edmonds.wednet.edu
Foundation Receives $35,000 Donation!
The Edmonds Public Schools Foundation received today a $35,000 donation from Campbell Nelson VW/Nissan. Funds will be used to support Edmonds School District’s Automotive Vocational Program and Afterschool Study Programs for Title I Schools. “We are pleased to partner with the Edmonds Public Schools Foundation and are grateful to have such great community support to help our students become college and career ready,” Superintendent Nick Brossoit said.
The District’s growing Automotive Vocational program currently enrolls up to 35 juniors and seniors from all five high schools to enroll in the two-year, hands-on program where students spend 720 educational hours in automotive training. Courses include basic, intermediate and advanced auto technology, and advanced students have the prospect to earn nationally recognized Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications as well as paid internships. Funds will be used to install a new service lift, purchase classroom equipment and provide student toolboxes and toolsets.
Students in the District’s Title I schools have diverse populations where significant numbers participate in free and reduced meal programs. Afterschool study programs support students with the greatest academic need by providing academic support outside the normal school day. Afterschool study programs help students with homework completion, improve math and literacy skills, and bridge assessment gaps.
Campbell Nelson VW/Nissan is a third generation automotive dealership located in Edmonds, Washington. For over 35 years, Campbell Nelson VW/Nissan, in partnership with their employees and customers, has generously given of its time, talent and treasure to various non-profits to assist those less fortunate in our communities. Their generous ministry is reaching a hand to our students and classrooms, where together with the Edmonds Public Schools Foundation, we are making a difference.
For over 25 years, The Edmonds Public Schools Foundation has supported students, teachers and schools by putting money we raise where it enhances student learning the most – directly into our schools and classrooms. With an all-volunteer board and active community participants, the Foundation has successfully provided Edmonds School District with a dynamic partnership in educating our children.
Edmonds Public Schools Foundation is co-located in the Edmonds School District offices at 20420 68th Avenue W, Lynnwood, WA 98036. 425.431.7260.