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HELENAEDUCATIONFOUNDATION
STRUCTURE
The Helena Education Foundation
Is a 501(c)3 tax exempt charity and philanthropic organization of local citizens independent of the Helena Public School District but one that is complementary to and collaborative with it.
Works to increase private support for public education above and beyond that which is constitutionally mandated and provided.
Serves as a catalyst and funding source for new and innovative ideas, programs and education methods.
Relies on donations to fund ongoing work and to provide new programs to meet the emerging needs of our students and community.
Strives for excellence in organizational practices through a community representative board of directors, systems that adhere to governance best practices and procedures for thoughtful, responsible and efficient stewardship of the generous contributions we receive from our community.
Is recognized as a leader and mentor among education foundations throughout the state of Montana.
HELENA EDUCATION FOUNDATION STAFF
Lisa Cordingley
Executive Director
Becca Leaphart
Deputy Director
HELENA EDUCATION FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Kyle Spencer
President
Tim Meldrum
President-Elect
Ellen Feaver
Treasurer
Merwin Barrows
Secretary
Morin Blaise
Helena High Student Representative
Chris Christensen
John Doran
Brandy Garber
Jana Garza
Cadence Hatten
Capital High Student Representative
Jason Loble
Graden Marcelle
Sue Sweeney
Rex Weltz
Superintendent of Schools –ex officio
HELENA PUBLIC SCHOOLS SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
Rex Weltz
ADMINISTRATION
Matthew Carey
Principal, Project for Alternative Learning
Steve Thennis
Principal, Helena High School
Brett Zanto
Principal, Capital High School
HELENA PUBLIC SCHOOLS BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2022-2023
Siobhan Hathhorn
Chair
Jennifer McKee
Vice Chair
Janet Armstrong
Terry Beaver
Lois Fitzpatrick
Luke Muszkiewicz
Kay Satre
Jennifer Walsh
Keiran Boyle
Capital High Student Representative
Loreley Drees
Helena High Student Representative
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