Putting on The Ritz Gala 2008 set for March 1, 2008 at the Sugar Land Marriott Hotel – For more information visit our website at www.fortbendisd.com/foundation.

GOT GLAMOUR? GOT GLITZ?
WE’RE PUTTING ON THE RITZ!!

The Fort Bend Education Foundation Gala Committee invites you to strut your stuff at its fifteenth annual Education Foundation Gala to be held at the Sugar Land Marriott Hotel on March 1, 2008.

“Putting on the Ritz” is guaranteed to be a spectacular event. More than 700 people attend the Gala each year. This year’s event, co-chaired by Peggy Jackson and Lynn Halford, will be a dazzling evening reminiscent of days gone by. This distinctive evening will celebrate the successes of the Fort Bend Education Foundation and thank the community for its generous support. Dinner, dancing, a live and silent auction and entertainment are all on the menu for this swanky event. Keith Kilgore will emcee the evening, Commissioner James Patterson will act as the auctioneer and the band, Password, will provide the evening’s exhilarating music.

The mission of the Fort Bend Education Foundation is to enrich, enhance and maximize the quality of education for all FBISD students. Since its’ inception in 1992, the Education Foundation, has awarded over $1.8 million in grants to FBISD teachers and schools. Foundation programs include the Grants for Teachers and Schools Program, Grants for Experts Program, and Angel Gifts. The Gala is the primary source of revenue to fund these programs. The Gala committee and sponsors look forward to a sizzling sponsor party at the home of Paul and Manmeet Likhari. Don’t miss the Fort Bend Education Foundation’s “Putting on the Ritz. For more information on the Gala, or the Education Foundation, please call Brenna Smelley, Executive Director, at 281-634-1113 or visit or website at www.fortbendisd.com/foundation. 

Gala Information [PDF]

Fort Bend Education Foundation
Schlumberger Education Expedition

We promise to provide you with a quality ride whether you are training for that all-important BP MS 150 or just wanting a great day with friends. The Schlumberger Education Expedition ride begins at Hightower High School and winds throughout quiet streets and into the countryside, before looping back home.

The routes are new this year and designed to minimize busy intersections while providing a smooth and scenic ride. This BP MS 150 recommended ride offers four routes (82 miles, 56 miles, 43 miles, and 25 miles). Water stations are staffed by volunteers from local schools and they will be vying for the Best Water Station award. Be prepared to be entertained along this route!

We begin at 7:15 am sharp and hope you will register online (www.fortbendisd.com/foundation) before event day to prevent any distractions for you on ride morning. SAG wagons will be on the course to assist you with any needs.

Be prepared to stay and enjoy lunch with your friends after the ride. We are providing a scrumptious lunch and entertainment! This is one ride you don’t want to miss!

For more information, contact Lisa Kulhanek at 281.634.1110 or visit our website at www.fortbendisd.com/foundation

Sponsor Form [PDF] 
Registration Form [PDF]

Top row (l to r): Len Mayes; Ignacio Marques (Schlumberger); John Wantuch (FBEF Board); Janice Holley
Middle row (l to r): Ronnie Escobar; Charles Borsos (Ride Co-Director/Schlumberger); Terrie Gorney (Ride Co-Director); Neil Campbell (Schlumberger); Chris Holmes
Bottom row (l to r): Crystal Nguyen (Kempner High School); Leah Forest (Austin High School); Shundeez Faridifar (Austin High School)
 

The Fort Bend Education Foundation will present Your Passport to the World – An International Festival Celebrating Cultural Diversity on November 8, 2008, from 11:00 am to 4:00 p.m. in Sugar Land Town Square. The event will celebrate the tremendous diversity of cultures in our school district by highlighting different cultures and their unique traditions, arts and sociology.

Town Square will showcase booths from different countries from all over the world and an on-going stage on the steps of City Hall will feature the talented artists and students of FBISD schools as well as various area dance and music schools. Area restaurants will provide a sampling of international cuisines. There will be an activity booth for the children to make cultural crafts. Elementary age children will be given a “Passport” as they visit each country and receive an international goody bag when they leave. New to the festival this year will be a fashion show.

Any individuals or groups interested in representing their country at this event should contact the Fort Bend Education Foundation at 281-634-1110. Booths are limited and will be assigned on a first come basis.

The Fort Bend Education Foundation is a nonprofit organization that supports FBISD by providing funds to support innovative academic projects and teaching materials for FBISD teachers and campuses through grants. Since its inception in 1992, the Fort Bend Education Foundation has awarded over 1.8 million dollars to teachers and schools in FBISD. For more information regarding the Foundation, please visit our website at www.fortbendisd.com/foundation.

The Fort Bend Education Foundation will present your passport to the world.