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Thompson Education Foundation

As the new school year begins, the halls of TSD schools are buzzing with the energy of possibility. New classrooms, new friendships, and new discoveries await each student. At Thompson Education Foundation (TEF), we are proud to be part of the momentum.

For over 35 years, TEF has supported students and staff by investing in experiences that inspire success, strengthen learning, and remove barriers to achievement.

Here are just a few of the ways TEF creates impact across the district:

  • Backpacks and Supplies - The Help Kids Succeed school supply program ensures that more 1,400 TSD students start the year with a backpack full of tools they need to thrive.

  • Field Trips That Spark Curiosity - Second and fourth grade students across TSD explore local history and natural areas through TEF-funded field trips.

  • Support for Unhoused Students: The Resiliency Fund provides assistance to students each year who are experiencing housing insecurity—so they can stay in school and stay focused on success.

  • Scholarships and Grants: With over $350,000 awarded annually, TEF’s scholarships open doors to post-secondary education and our Great Idea classroom grants close gaps to help educators bring creative learning to life.

  • Celebrating Educators and Opportunities: From our Trailblazing Thompson celebration of outstanding staff to the Scheer Student Opportunity Fund and the Student Athlete Fund, we celebrate the people and passions that make education meaningful.

These programs—and many more—are made possible because of community support and opportunity. Together, we are building a stronger future—student by student.

To learn more, visit www.thompsontef.org.

With best wishes for a joyful and successful school year,

Kim Akeley-Charron

Kim Akeley-Charron
Executive Director
Thompson Education Foundation