Supporting Students in Osseo Area Schools
District 279 Foundation
Established in 1991
OUR MISSION is to support and enhance the district's dedication to all students.
OUR VISION is to provide learning opportunities for students in Osseo Area Schools by funding programs, projects and other opportunities that are not presently available through the district's budget.
OUR CORE VALUE We believe that there is a moral, social and economic imperative to support student success and equitable student achievement.
AREAS OF FOCUS:
1) Support students through innovative and creative projects that enhance curriculum, experiential learning opportunities or contribute to the community.
2) Recognize the achievements of students and staff in Osseo Area Schools. District 279 Foundation seeks to recognize and celebrate the many achievements and success stories of the students, volunteers, and staff in Osseo Area Schools at the Investment in Youth Celebration. This annual celebration recognizes individuals from each site for their commitment and dedication to our community.
District 279
Foundation
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
2019-2020
Gretchen Peel, President
Joseph Anton, Vice President
Heather Ayer, Secretary
Don Waletzko, Treasurer
Adja Ann, Past President
Jason Bauerly
Shannon Coughlin
Mary Ellen DeBois
Russ Funk
Donna Hawley
Karen Jaeger
Shelly Korby
Lori Lienemann Hartkopf
Joan Lunceford
Vickie Parks
Kyle Peters
Miamon Queeglay
Don Skoglund
Brad Swenson
Kelly Wilson
District Liaisons
Cory McIntyre, Superintendent
Jackie Mosqueda-Jones, School Board Member
Kelsey Dawson Walton, School Board Member
Trustee Emeriti
Mimi Bigley
Jim Miller
John Nelson
Foundation Staff
Brian Siverson-Hall
Executive Director
763-391-7115
siversonhallb@district279.org
Susan Wineland, CFRE
Development Director
763-391-7116
winelands@district279.org
Deb Anderson
Administrative Coordinator
763-391-7118
andersondebra@district279.org