THE E3 Foundation
Etiwanda Excellence in Education Foundation
Enhancing a high quality, well-rounded education for ALL students in the Etiwanda School District.
Etiwanda Excellence In Education Foundation's
19th Annual 2K-5K
Etiwanda
Spirit Fun Run
Saturday November 16, 2024
Thanks to our runners, volunteers and sponsors for a successful fun run!
Congratulations to 5K Winners
Women
1st: Sophia Toscano (22:44)
2nd: Kayla Haight (22:58)
3rd: Ariella Chen (24:20)
Men
1st: Maddox Guzman (17:42)
2nd: Seth Hubbell (18:01)
3rd: Lehua Shi (18:09)
Thank you to our Spirit Run Sponsors
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
E3 Foundation Awards $14,540 in Innovation Grants to Etiwanda Teachers and Instructional Support Staff
Left to right:
Janella Cantu-Myricks, E3 VP; Kathy Molnar, E3 President; Melissa Kvalheim, Susan Henry, Landon Borbon, Cambria Rodriguez (front), Cassie Izaguirre, Kimi Herrera, Melinda Freeland-Marquez, Tahnee Harris, Misty Cooper, Darlene Carlmark, E3 Director; Natalia Seoane (front), Melissa Neise, Corrie Randall, Lisa Ponciano (for Ben Lautenslager), Steven Pilawski, Caryn Kratzer, Taylor Lawrence
Not pictured: Ramon Contreras, Jessica Holden, Ben Lautenslager, Enrique Rosas, Jacob Rose, Carl Strub, Deana Vasquez
At the October 24 meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Etiwanda School District, the E3 Foundation awarded 21 teachers and instructional support staff members with Innovation Grant Funding. Grants of up to $1000 are awarded annually through a competitive application process and can be used for innovative and creative projects that enrich classroom or school programs. Grants are awarded to those projects that advance the curriculum; pilot a program; encourage creative, innovative effort; inspire and/or motivate students; and have potential for longevity. This year’s total grant funding was $14,540.
This year’s grants include programs to support arts education, problem solving, STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math) programs, technology and physical education. More specific grant information is available at 2024-25 Innovation Grants.
Congratulations to this year’s grant recipients:
15th Annual Golf Tournament
Driving FORE Excellence
Etiwanda Excellence In Education Foundation
2024 Champions
Jason Larkin
Kyle Bachman
Matt Ramirez
Robert Allred
Thank You to Our Sponsors and Golfers
Tournament CoSponsors
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Sand Trap Sponsors:
Parker and Covert
AALRR
Lunch Sponsors:
Sylvan Learning Center
Raceway Carwash
Legacy Financial (Michael and Chuck Mason)
Skills Contest Sponsor: The Hofer Ranch Company
Breakfast Sponsor: Gilfry Family
Tee Sign Sponsors: Burns and Johnston CPAs,
Claflin Family, Burns Financial Services,
Jaramillo Family, Gilfry Family, Molnar Family,
Bonner Lawyers, PC
Auction, Raffle and Item Donations: Schools of the Etiwanda School District Dick's Sporting Goods Golf Galaxy Top Golf Massage Envy Chick-fil-A Nothing Bundt Cakes RaceWay Car Wash Mary Mac Hope Reigns Foundation Pepsi MK Smith Chevrolet Stater Brothers RenoTahoe USA Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf In-N-Out O'Reilly Auto Parts Sylvan Learning Etiwanda Costco Sports Galaxy Corner Bakery Professional Bull Riding Association Shandin Hills Golf Course Upland Hills Golf Course City of Rancho Cucamonga Eberle Winery
Day Creek Intermediate Band
Thanks to the 2023 E3 Driving Fore Excellence Golf Tournament Helicopter Drop fundraiser, funds were provided by the E3 Foundation to each of the intermediate school band programs.
Day Creek Intermediate band director, Carly Miller shared details about their purchase of music stands so that each band student has the tools they need to shine. Her 7th Grade class which has 85 students benefited the most from all the music stands purchased as there is a student in every seat she has. Ms. Miller has also implemented "Student Band Leader" opportunities on a regular basis. Her students are experiencing not only growth in their musicality, but in developing their leadership skills.
Thanks to each of the Etiwanda School District Band Programs for their dedication to the students and their musical talents!
West Heritage Unites
for Painting and Pizza
Thanks to funds provided by the E3 Foundation, families at West Heritage Elementary joined together for Painting and Pizza to celebrate Black History Month. After enjoying a pizza dinner, under the direction of Mr. Robert Young, students created their own work of art inspired by the painting The Graduate by Ernie Barnes.
Earlier this year E3 donated $37,000 to the Etiwanda School District for use in providing an educational experience, such as an assembly, art or science activity, or other meaningful opportunity for students. The donation provided $2000 for each of the district’s thirteen elementary schools and $2750 for each of the four intermediate schools.
Thanks to West Heritage for planning a great event for students and families!
E3 Appreciates Your Support
Your donation supports the Etiwanda School District students and community through gifts to schools, support of the BOB program, running of the school after-school programs, funding of innovation grants, school community seminars, and other special projects.