Dear friends,

For us, the most joyful part of this year has been watching our community safely be together again. From the first day of school with teachers lined up to welcome our students back into the classroom to the number of families joining us for back-to-school, Harvest Festival and Giving Campaign events, we were reminded of just how wonderful this community is and how much we can accomplish together.

This has never been more apparent than through this year's Giving Campaign. Under the leadership of Colleen Allan and Christine Wente von Metzsch, and through the hard work and generosity of all of you, the Giving Campaign has raised over $3.2 million so far for our schools.

In the coming months, we are looking forward to bringing you a Spring Fling season of events, including an in-person gala. We will also be working hard to identify how our grant funds will be distributed next year. As always, our top priority is funding teachers and student support staff, and we are thrilled to contribute to some of Piedmont's exceptional programming, including wellness, technology, DEIB work, arts, libraries and more.

We look forward to continuing to celebrate with you. Warmest wishes for this holiday season.

Nicki Gilbert, PEF Chair

Heather Frank, PEF Executive Director

#ForwardTogether

GIVING CAMPAIGN UPDATE

This year's campaign has shown our community's incredible dedication to our schools. As of December 6, we have raised over $3.2M to fund teachers and programs essential to our students' education next school year. But we are not done! There is still time to make a difference and support educational programming in your school. A list of all donors who give by 12/31/21 will be published in the local press. Donate Today

WHAT DOES DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING MEAN

With the new DEIB Director joining the District in January 2022, we'd like to share what DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging) means to PEF and why we are working hard to support DEIB efforts throughout the community. Learn More

EDUCATION SPEAKER SERIES RETURNS JANUARY 25

The ESS program will have two in-person presentations this Spring; Mike Robbins' talk on gratefulness, even when times are tough and Natasha Singh discussing sex, ethics and consent. There will also be a lunchtime Zoom conversation with Lisa Damour on girls and pressure. Learn More

CALL TO ACTION: JOIN THE PEF BOARD

Would you like to make an even bigger difference in our community? The PEF Board of Directors shares an ongoing commitment to fundraising, community engagement, and educational excellence in the Piedmont schools. Learn More

PEF ACTS AS FISCAL SPONSOR OF PIEDMONT TURKEY TROT

In November, PEF and the Piedmont Turkey Trot signed an MOU (memorandum of understanding) to allow PEF to act as fiscal sponsor for the event. This year's Turkey Trot was highly successful. Read More on this partnership in the Piedmont Exedra.

SPRING FLING IS BACK

We are gearing up to celebrate our elementary schools, but we need YOUR help! Parent volunteers are needed to make the many Spring Fling parties, auctions, and special events happen. Sign up today to help or email us to learn more.

See's Candies &

Scrip Gift Cards available

Stop by the PEF Office to purchase or email us at schoolscrip@gmail.com.

Giving Campaign

Grade Level Competition

The grade with the highest parent participation will win a taco truck dinner for the grade. Donate today!

Reminders

Donate by December 31 for this year's tax credits. Corporate matching programs can double your impact. Ask your company if they will match your contribution.