Induction of the 'Class of 2018' Hall of Fame Robert C. Johnson, Class of '66, retired manager of music organizations at St. Olaf College Ed Rooney, Class of '53, local business owner and entrepreneur Heather Stefanski MD, PhD, Class of '89, Pediatric Oncologist/BMT Physician, … [Read more...]
Alexandria Education Foundation hires first executive director
The Alexandria Education Foundation (AEF) has hired its first Executive Director, Christine Reilly. Over the years, the Education Foundation has continued to broaden its support of Alexandria Public Schools, primarily in the area of teacher grants. Reilly will help the Education Foundation continue … [Read more...]
2017 Hall of Fame Inductees Announced
The Alexandria Education Foundation is pleased to announce that the following individuals will be inducted into the Alumni Hall of Fame this fall: Captain Thomas G. Halvorson, Jefferson High School Class of 1984, career US Navy, Commanding Officer of USS John McCain & USS Mobile Bay; Michael … [Read more...]
2016 Hall of Fame inductees announced
The Alexandria Education Foundation is pleased to announce that the following individuals will be inducted into the Alumni Hall of Fame this fall: William (Bill) Flaig, Class of 1967, retired Douglas County Hospital administrator; Wayne Elton, retired District 206 principal and administrator; … [Read more...]
2016 Hall of Fame nominations open
The Alexandria Education Foundation (AEF) is currently accepting nominations for the 2016 Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame recognizes and honors the accomplishments of alumni – graduates, or any staff or faculty member – who have earned distinction or achievement in their chosen field. Anyone may … [Read more...]
AEF Hosts Successful Events To Benefit Students
Recently, the Foundation hosted its annual Hall of Fame Luncheon and Jeans & Jewels Fundraiser at the Broadway Ballroom in conjunction with homecoming festivities. Proceeds from the events, which totaled nearly $14,000, will go to fund innovative teaching ideas that increase … [Read more...]
AEF Give To The Max Day 2015
The Alexandria Education Foundation supports the classrooms and students of Alexandria Public Schools by providing them with learning opportunities that are beyond the boundaries of the district's budget. Last year alone, $30,000 in teacher requested grants were funded. We had requests for nearly … [Read more...]