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Show THE PARK RECORD www.parkrecord.com SAT/SUN/MON/TUES, APRIL 7-10, 2007 Briefs A-17 Education EDUCATION EDITOR: Frank Fisher 649-9014 ext.118 education@parkrecord.com New Education Foundation head starts Institute. She has her master's degree in non-profit management, taking after her parents, who conduct non-profit By FRANK FISHER fundraising in Washington, D.C. "I couldn't imagine working in any other Of the Record staff Housed in a little office in the Park arena," she said. McNulty loves Park City. "It's such a City School District headquarters is the Park City Education Foundation, which cosmopolitan little town these days," provides big assistance to schools, she said, adding, "It's an interesting through the generosity of the communi- melting pot of individuals." She is active ty. Heading the foundation is the new in outdoor activities. She is a snowboarder-turned-skier, and also loves to executive director, Abby McNulty. At a time when the school district is mountain bike with her husband. So, what is a typical day like for the backed against the wall with rising costs, new executive director? raising additional money has become '"I don't have a typical day," McNulty hugely important to a community concerned about maintaining the best possi- said. "I am in a lot of meetings, getting to know people, board members, adminble education for its children. The Education Foundation orches- istrators and community, and hearing trates fundraising, focusing the contribu- what their vision is. I'm getting a feel for tions into well-chosen programs that can - getting the vibes of the school district." best boost students to new excellence. She also seems to be on the phone a lot. McNulty is already working closely And McNulty, with her background in with the district and community, definnon-profit fundraising seems the perfect ing what will help kids the most, both conductor. McNully replaces Lynn Heinlein, who left the foundation for a now and long-term, and then she will position a I Westminster College in immerse herself, doing what she does best, planning, coordinating, fundraising December of 2006. The Education Foundation's mission and directing funds into those areas, McNulty takes the responsibility of has been to make Park City one of the boosting school top 10 funding very school diss e r i o u s l y. tricts in the "Funding for country. Funding for public education isn't PCEF has a f u l l - t i m e enough these days. Utah has the j 5 / 1 ' 1 . en,oufh J r staff of two, these days, she along with three con- lowest funding per pupilin the nation." said. "Utah has theg lowest fundt r a c t er #»•_•_ HH H I M*. .-.ing pupil in the Pnation. employees, is thatMy the and a board Abby McNulty, executive tview e nation h ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ district will conof 35 com- ^ • • • ^ ^ ^ M ^ M ^ ^ ^ M ^ H M administrator of PCEF tinue to face m unit y members. In its 20 years , more than $3 these budget problems with rising million has been raised, funding on- costs." With the budget problems the school going programs such as full-day kinderdistrict is facing. McNulty feels it is more garten, now taking place in all four elementary schools, and the International important than ever to form collaboraBaccalaureate Program at Eckcr Hill tive relationships with people in the disInternational Middle School and trict who not only want to help financialTreasure Mountain International ly, but who also want to pitch in at the School. PCEF also funds elementary art schools. The Men of McPolin are such a programs, the positions of a math spe- group, fathers and community members cialist and high school scholarship advi- who have organized to take on projects sor, and an array of other services to the at McPolin Elementary School, such as painting and sprucing up the grounds of district. Early in her career. McNulty worked the school, and raising funds for classin the Executive Education School at room materials and projects. "It's really great - really exciting havHarvard University. She later moved to ing people coming together McNulty Utah, working in community relations and fundraising or the Sundance said. Fundraising could benefit from Director loves fundraising Tommy Heffron, a 1999 Park City High School graduate, has been accepted to the masters of fine arts program at the Art institute of Chicago. He was awarded a full two-year "In Studio" scholarship through the film, video, and new media program. Heffron graduated from the University of Utah in 2005 with a bachelor of arts in film studies. Reading conference at UVSC Wasatch campus Speaker Nancy Livingston will present "Rally Around Reading; The Road to Success." The reading conference is scheduled Saturday, April 21, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., at Utah Valley State College in Heber. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. The conference will include six breakout sessions. Registration is $10, which includes a reading tote with reading materials.. For more information, call Jen at (801) 836-4777 Student correspondence requested Sidney M., an elementary school student in Iowa, requests a postcard, brochure, souvenir, license plate or any information about Utah sports teams, or wildlife, to be used for a geography and history of the United States class. Send to: Sidney M., Mrs. Newlin's social studies class, West Ridge Elementary, 1401 19th St., Harlan, IA 51537 Magic Show UVSC Wasatch Campus presents The Magic of Timothy, a radical illusions magic show. Wed., April 19th at 7:30 pm. All ages are invited to attend. FREE ADMISSION. UVSC Wasatch Campus upper lobby. For questions, please call 801-863-6618 FRANK F\SHEfVPARK RECORD Abby McNulty recently took the helm of the Park City Education Foundation on this, its 20th anniversary of raising funds for Park City public schools. more collaborative relationships. We have to see how we can leverage all of our expertise. If we could all come together, it would be exemplary." McNulty sees a huge amount of community involvement, and would like to see more. "We want more people to get involved; ask more questions," she said. 'T'm interested in hearing from all people in the community; people who can help shape our future." For more information, to volunteer, or to donate, contact PCEF at 615-0235, or visit pcef@pcschools.us Some programs PCEF to fund: 1 Teacher grants • Grief counseling • Community scholarship program • Community scholarship advisor • International Baccalaureate coordinator Elementary arts specialist Literacy coach Full-day kindergarten 1 Summer reading programs 1 Recognition of teachers, students and volunteers The Colby School has expanded to make room for your child, Now even more children have the opportunity to learn in the exceptional learning environment of the Colby School. We've added more classes per grade level from preschool to middle school. The Colby School teaches the whole child by providing challenging, developmentally appropriate academic classes, and a variety of enrichment classes that help kids to learn using multiple intelligences. Your children are the center of the Colby learning community and educational decisions are made based on what is best for them. • Small classes • Individualized instruction • Integrated curriculum blending music, art, PE and foreign language • Outdoor education with Nordic and downhill ski programs • Community service learning • Greenhouse maintained by faculty and students • Exciting summer programs • Financial assistance available For more information, please contact Dr. Amy Fehlberg, Colby School Director, at 435-655-3966. THE PNAIS SCHOOL 3770 N. Hwy. 224, Park City, Utah 84060 • www.thecolbyschool.org Academic Excellence in a Caring Community |