ABOUT US
Mission Statement
The mission of the Unit 9 Academic Foundation is to inspire excellence and enrich academic opportunities by creatively generating support for Unit 9 students.
We envision that the Unit 9 Academic Foundation will support those activities that focus on inspiration and encourage student learning:
- Encourage K-12 students to perform academically to their highest level
- Encourage teachers to create new avenues to elevate student learning
- Enrich various academic areas to meet specific needs
- Expand the integration and upgrading of technology
- Expand avenues of funding to provide financial support to meet educational needs
- Enhance community and alumni awareness of Unit 9 schools and student activities
Since its incorporation in 1993, the non-profit, tax-exempt Unit 9 Academic Foundation has endeavored to provide funds beyond the normal operating budget for educational enrichment programs and equipment for students in the district. Funds are raised by generous donations from individuals, businesses, organizations, clubs, financial institutions and alumni. Local trusts also contribute to a portion of the monies raised each year. To date, the Foundation has contributed over $700,000 to benefit a variety of projects within Unit 9. The Foundation Board of Directors is made up of members of the community. Board members meet monthly and serve to make decisions regarding the raising, management and expenditure of funds with the Board of Education's concurrence.