Bill’s Word – Join me at Salute to Education!

Dear Friend,

Did you know that 4th graders at Ruby Bridges Elementary School are learning computer programming and that Academy of Alameda middle schoolers attend an Organizational Boot Camp?  Or that Lincoln Middle School has received a grant to perform wetland restoration and Encinal is actively championing civil rights?

These are just a few of the programs being recognized at the Alameda Education Foundation’s annual Salute to Education event on April 24, 2015 from 6:00 – 9:00 at Rhythmix Cultural Works, 2513 Blanding Avenue, Alameda. This year’s event will honor the teachers, staff and volunteers who create and sustain the vital work in Alameda K-12 public schools. The honorees will be showcased in a keepsake program and on posters displayed at the event. You will have the opportunity to learn about the innovative programs and meet the honorees while enjoying gourmet hors d’oeuvres from Alameda restaurants and local wine and beer. I am always thrilled to go to Salute to Education each year because it highlights all the positive work going on in our schools.  It is our honor to recognize and celebrate these dedicated individuals who give so much to our schools.  Advance event tickets are $30 and may be purchased online at by clicking here.

I would also like to encourage you to participate in a fundraising raffle that helps us underwrite this event.  This year’s raffle prizes are fabulous and include Disneyland passes, Legoland tickets, a premium wine collection, golf and lunch at Sequoyah Country Club, a Domaine Chandon tour and wine, and an “Around the Town” collection of prizes from local proprietors and donors.  A full list of prizes may be found here.

Raffle tickets are $10 each or 6 for $50 and may be purchased in advance at the AEF office or at the event.  Winners need not be present to win.  For more information or raffle ticket purchases, please email info@AlamedaEducation.org or call 510-337-7189.

Sincerely,

Bill Sonneman, President