Adams 12 Five Star Education Foundation

A nonprofit organization

Today you have the opportunity to directly impact education, 

the future of our children, 

and the success of our community as a whole.


The Five Star Education Foundation has been a vital ally to Adams 12 Five Star Schools, empowering students to reach their fullest potential. Our commitment to educational excellence directly enhances the quality of life in our community.

Through our core initiatives—Career Readiness and Exploration, Learning Readiness, and Capacity Building—we champion equitable access and innovative learning. 


Together, we can transform educational opportunities—will you join us?


                                     

Career Readiness and Exploration Programs:

  • I See Me Program: Focuses on recruiting and retaining non-traditional students into career and college pathways, middle school exploration, and middle school to high school pipeline OR high school to industry pipeline.     
  • Tiny House Program: We aim to construct 4-6 tiny houses in the next three years, teaching practical skills while addressing housing needs.
  • Five Star Trail Website: This resource connects grades 8-12 students with career exploration and experiential learning opportunities tailored to their interests.
  • Pathways Fund: We eliminate financial barriers, enabling students to engage in FutureForward programs that enhance their career prospects.

                                                       

Learning Readiness Programs:

  • Yes Fund: This initiative empowers educators to drive innovation in the classroom, maximizing student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Resource Network: We provide critical support services to students and families, ensuring every child is ready to learn.

                                                                         

Capacity Building Programs:

  • Grant Writing Support: We focus on securing funding for essential areas like learning readiness, mental health, and outdoor education, enhancing the educational landscape.
  • Matchmaking Support: We forge public-private partnerships to connect schools, programs, and classrooms, amplifying the impact of community resources.


Together, we can empower students to overcome obstacles and 

succeed throughout their entire school journey.  

Join us in our initiatives that remove barriers and pave the way for brighter futures.


Join us in our mission to invest in student success 

and build a brighter future for all!




Mission

We believe that all students deserve equitable access to, and support with, quality education and community investment as they move along the pathway from childhood to adulthood. We 'mind the gap' between traditional K-12 education and the outside world. With the support of our donors and the community, we create links and bridges for Adams12 students and the world around them.

Mission: Invest in Student Success

Vision: The Five Star Education Foundation contributes to the improvement of the overall quality of life in our community through investments in educational services and programs to assist Adams12 students in achieving their full potential.

Background Statement

The Five Star Education Foundation was formed in September 1985 by 10 dedicated citizens who believe in our neighborhood schools. The goal - to raise money from the community to support educational activities that were outside the school district's general fund budget. This support was provided by way of grants to teachers in the district to implement programs they created. The foundation distributed its first grants in September 1986. The foundation has been supporting the education of children in the Five Star School district ever since. We help schools address school readiness, equitable access to learning and career programs, and invest in teachers' passions that end with student success. With more than 36,000 students K-12, we are singularly focused on making sure that ALL students are ready for their future.

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

Adams 12 Five Star Education Foundation

other names

Adams 12 Five Star Education Foundation, FSF

Year Established

1985

Tax id (EIN)

74-2401659

Category

Education

Organization Size

Large Organization

Address

1500 E 128th Avenue
Thornton, CO 80241

Headquarters

1500 E. 128th Ave.
Thornton, CO 80241

Service areas

Adams County, CO, US

Phone

720-972-4342

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