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IT TAKES A SUPERHERO TEAM WORKING Greeting Foundation Friends, MISSION

One of the great lessons I learned as a student in Lawrence
Township was the importance of serving our community.
SCHOOL FOUNDATION
As a parent of two young children in the Township all THE LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP
these years later, it’s my hope that we spread that same
connecting community and
sense of community to them and their fellow classmates ignites the Power of Community,
for future generations. I am certain that the support of all classrooms to provide the resources
our donors and the dedication of our staff will set the best needed for all children
example going forward. to excel.
Another successful year because of YOU!
For the past few years, I have had the pleasure of serving as
In 2017-2018 together with YOU, the Lawrence Township School Foundation (LTSF) proved that we can make a HUGE Board President. As a member of the Board, I get the opportunity
difference for all Lawrence Township students. Your commitment and dedication to student success continues to allow to hear stories such as how students who started in the Up and
learners to become engaged, experience more, and achieve greater heights. Running program as an effort to curb challenges at home are now
star athletes in college. Through the HBCU program, I hear stories
As you take a look at this Impact Report and celebrate the successes of the past year, take pride in knowing that of students getting opportunities to visit and choose higher education options that might not otherwise be possible.
together with YOU, LTSF is on target when it comes to addressing student needs. Just ask the classroom experts, MSD The legacy programs of AVID and MAC that have been around since my days at Mary Castle, Craig, and Lawrence
of Lawrence Township (MSDLT) teachers. Over 70% of Lawrence Township teachers participate in payroll deduction as a North continue to provide students the assistance they need to move the needle forward on future opportunities. The
way of saying they believe in the work of the Foundation. stories are many and they reach all levels of education in the community. I encourage everyone who contributes to the
Foundation to witness these stories yourself. They will last you a lifetime.
Also, the Lawrence Township School Foundation was once again ranked in the top 50 K-12 education foundations in the
country; another confirmation that your growing support of Lawrence Township students is creating impact in a BIG way. This year the Foundation received recognition nationally, being ranked in the top 50 K-12 education foundations in
the country. It was also the only one in Indiana to receive that distinction. This accomplishment would not be possible
MSDLT continues to grow with more than 16,100 students entering our schools every day. To keep up with the without the perfect combination of our supporters, our staff, and the magnificent collaboration with the Lawrence
increasing demand for resources, the Foundation continues to align its strategic planning with the District to ensure the Township administration. Our supporters reach deep, from our event sponsors and restricted fund donors to Township
Foundation is effectively working to connect community and classrooms to provide endless possibilities for all students. vendors who are giving back to the community. Payroll deduction, a mechanism that allows Township teachers
and administrators to contribute, is at an all-time high and growing. What could be a better example to community
LTSF hopes YOU will continue on this journey. With every gift, the power of community increases, creating more impact members and our students than seeing how our educators are investing back into the future of our students? Our staff
for the Lawrence Township students. is small but mighty, working long hours to make sure that every program is fulfilled and every event is a success. Our
Board could not be more proud of the team.
TOGETHER CREATING TOMORROW’S SUPERHEROES!
There is more work to do. The Board of Directors and the staff of LTSF are hard at work again; Our goals remain lofty
and we aim to deliver.

THANKS AGAIN FOR ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL YEAR.
Cori Korn Angie McIntyre
Executive Director Executive Director of Operations
Arun Murali
President, LTSF Board of Directors
VISION

WE ARE A STRONG AND VIBRANT
COMMUNITY WHERE ALL
CHILDREN ARE SUPPORTED AND
EMPOWERED TO SHINE.