THE LEARNING FUND 2009-2010
Help Our Children Grow by Supporting the Learning Fund
The Learning Fund, an affiliate of the San Ramon Valley Education Foundation, is a non-profit organization that raises funds to bridge the gap between public funding and the true cost of the full educational experience we all want for our students at Green Valley Elementary.
With your generous support, The Learning Fund will provide the following critical programs and services this 2009-2010 year:
- Classroom Para Educators - Provides education support for teachers. Funding supports 4 para educators at 18 hours/week.
- Reading Program - Reading support for students in grades 1-5; guides and creates classroom reading curriculum; provides specialized training for teaching staff. Funding supports a Reading Specialist at 27.5 hours/week.
- Librarian - Provides a rich library experience for all students at Green Valley. Funding supports 17.5 hours/week.
- Teacher on Special Assignment (TSA) - Provides valuable administrative support; manages student relations; will introduce and lead a new conflict resolution program; leads student success team meetings; assists in teacher training and coaching. Funding supports 16 hours/week.
- Computer Instruction, Support, Equipment and Materials - Leads computer instruction for all students; provides critical technology administration and support for the campus computer equipment; funds supplies, materials, upgrades, and training. Funding supports single staff position for instruction and support, and technology equipment and materials needs.
- Music Program - Vocal music program for grades K-3. Instrumental program for grades 4-5 is currently available through district funding. Funding supports 12 hours/week.
| Total $'s | % Budget | $/Student | |
| Para Educators | $55,000 | 20% | $87 |
| Reading Program | $68,300 | 25% | $108 |
| Librarian | $35,000 | 13% | $56 |
| Teacher on Special Assignment | $35,000 | 13% | $56 |
| Computer Instruction and Support | $30,000 | 11% | $48 |
| Technology Equipment and Materials | $24,865 | 9% | $39 |
| Music Program | $17,000 | 6% | $27 |
| Operating Expenses* | $7,000 | 3% | $11 |
| TOTAL BUDGET | $272,165 | $432/Student |
*Insurance, credit card fees, tax preparation, marketing expenses
2009-2010 ESTIMATED FUNDING SOURCES

Now, more than ever, please support The Learning Fund.
Make a Donation Now - Download Contribution Form
Your tax-deductible donation can be dropped off in the school office or mailed to:
The Learning Fund
P.O. Box 851
Diablo, CA 94528
Green Valley Learning Fund is a non-profit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Tax ID: 91-1812083
Please register with eSCRIP
eSCRIP is an easy way to raise much needed funds for Green Valley. Just shop as usual at stores such as Safeway and Macys and eSCRIP will donate a percentage of your purchase to our school.
An average family could provide a $100 annual donation through their normal shopping activities. This doesn't cost you anything and we could raise thousands of dollars for Green Valley.
Please register at www.escrip.com. Our account is the Green Valley Learning Fund and our account number is: 0137331020. For eSCRIP questions, please contact Renee Nickerson at jraanick4@yahoo.com.
Green Valley Learning Fund Board
Green Valley Learning Fund Board
2009-2010 School Year
| Name | Position | E-Mail Address |
| Laurie Stark | President | lbstark@sbcglobal.net |
| Kristin Ritterbush | Past President | momgainer@sbcglobal.net |
| Tasha Anestos | Principal | tanestos@srvusd.net |
| Miyako Ichikawa | Treasurer | miyakoko98004@yahoo.com |
| Heather Ninekirk | Secretary | heatherninekirk@sbcglobal.net |
| Nan Houghton | Teacher Liaison | nhought@srvusd.net |
| Marc Trapani | Teacher Liaison | mtrapani@srvusd.net |
| Judy Trafas | Technology | judy.b.trafas@accenture.com |
| Amy Zeifang | Marketing | zeifang@hotmail.com |
| Darcy Van Siclen | SRVEF Liaison | darcyvansiclen@gmail.com |
| Suzann Cowing | Employer Matching | suzanncowing@gmail.com |
| Renee Nickerson | eSCRIP | rnickerson@srvusd.net |
