SWEF Quarterly
Southwest Education Foundation Newsletter: Volume 1
March 31, 2023
Welcome to SWEF Quarterly, our quarterly Education Foundation e-newsletter featuring the latest foundation news, events, and information.
The Southwest ISD Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) entity created to support the faculty, employees, and students of the Southwest Independent School District. The Foundation is governed by a diverse and committed Board of Directors who hail from the greater San Antonio area, many of whom have long-standing and strong ties to the Southwest ISD community. The Foundation is also aided by a non-governing Board of Advisors who are all proven leaders and champions of youth and education.
Welcome Dr. Ball
“I am so honored to be welcomed back into the district, my home,” Dr. Ball said. “I am grateful to the Board for providing this opportunity to lead this great district. My heart never left Southwest ISD. My goal was always to come back home, build upon the strong foundation, and continue the district’s commitment to Growth, Service, and Results.
Dr. Ball officially started her duties as Superintendent of Southwest ISD on Monday, February 13.
Our Impact
Prize Patrol 2022- 2023
Grant Winners
Congratulations to our 2022-2023 Grant Winners!
Portia Matthews, BHE
Matthew Martinez, MCN
Matthew Gennero, CAST
Nicole Hazen-Richards, MCN
Judy Kauffman, CAST
Leonard Villasenor, MCN
Leia Edmonds, CO
Melissa Garcia, MCN
Kristi Sollohub, ECE
Nicole Hazen-Richards, MCN
Anna Sexton, HCE
Matthew Martinez, MCN
Diana Enriquez, ICE
Michael Bendele, ICE
Katrina Puleo, SCO
Selena Gonzalez, KRE
Olga Friesenhahn, SCO
Breanna Trevino, KRE
Katrina Puleo, SCO
Melody Banda, MCA
Thais Gaona, SCO
Bridgette Uriegas, MCE
Norma J. Arispe, SHE
Samantha Cordaro, MCE
Erika Velazquez, SHE
Angelica Herrera, MCE
Jessica Gonzalez, SHE
Cynthia Soto, MCE
Celeste Westbay, SPE
Maria Garza, SPE
Melissa Garcia, MCN
Sharon Arocha- Constancio, SPE
Graciela Reyna, MCN
Mary Galan, SPE
Layton Herring, MCN
Tanya Trout, SWHS
Angela Pichardo, MCN
John Scales, SWHS
Angela Pichardo, MCN
Kasey Haby, SWHS
Member Spotlight
Dr. James Gates, Southwest Education Foundation President
Sponsor Spotlight
Barrett Insurance Services
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SWEF Thanks Barrett Services for their partnership with Southwest ISD.
Upcoming Events
2023 Casino Night
Please click the link below to purchase tickets.
Kendra Gives Back -Mother's Day Fundraiser
Together with Kendra Scott, SWEF will be hosting a Kendra Gives Back event on May 6, 2023 from 2-4 p.m. If you purchase an item during this time, 20% of their sales will go towards the SWISD Education Foundation. In addition, Kendra Scott will also have an exclusive code for online purchases valid for 48 hours. GIVEBACK-DVAVM
Alumni Corner
Christopher Cooper
The SWEF Fully Endorses the 2023 SWISD Bond.
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