OUR MISSION

THE FAYETTE EDUCATION FOUNDATION SUPPORTS EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE IN FAYETTE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS BY PROMOTING EQUITY FOR ALL STUDENTS.

WE BELIEVE…

  • We believe that the cornerstone of a strong community is a quality public education system.

  • We believe that community prosperity, both quality of life and economic growth, results from increased educational excellence.

  • We believe that a vibrant and prosperous community is inextricably linked to the value its community members place on quality education.

  • We believe that all community members have a stake in their public schools.

  • We believe that all children deserve quality resources to reach their educational potential.

  • We believe that investing in our children is investing in the future of our schools, community and society.

The Fayette Education Foundation will:

  • provide opportunities for individuals, businesses and the community to invest in the educational needs of Fayette County Public Schools;
  • support the school district’s commitment to equitable access to opportunities and resources for all students; and
  • strive to fulfill unmet educational needs and remove barriers to opportunity.

What does equity mean?

Just and fair inclusion into a society in which all can participate, prosper and reach their full potential.

Interaction Institute for Social Change | Artist: Angus Maguire.

HISTORY

In early 2020, a group of diverse constituents had a vision for a new iteration of a public school foundation to serve the students of Fayette County. The Fayette Education Foundation was officially re-launched in November of 2020 after months of planning by a grassroots steering committee and is now led by a diverse, community board of directors which includes the superintendent as an ex-officio member. The goal is for the Foundation to serve as a link between the school district and the community soliciting resources– time, talent and treasure – from individuals, businesses, and private foundations and then distributing those resources to promote educational excellence and innovative programs.