The mission of the Putnam City Schools Foundation is to enhance and enrich the educational opportunities of children and families in Putnam City Schools. Established in 1987, we are a 501(c)(3) charitable organization managed by a board of trustees which is comprised of involved patrons in the district, two full-time staff members, and three part-time staff members.We carry out our mission through three Key Initiatives:• Student Success – Ensuring students have the resources they need to succeed in school and beyond.• Teacher Excellence – Supporting teachers through recognition, professional development, and advocacy.• Community Engagement – Fostering community involvement for the success of our students and schools.Annual fundraising events include a golf tournament, Indoor Recess Trivia & Game Night, and the Wall of Fame Celebration which recognizes distinguished alumni.*2020/21 Board of Trustees*Roger Cude, Community VolunteerLawrence Fugett, Independent Insurance AgentDr. Laura Garrett, Tulsa Community College Paul Hurst, Community Volunteer – ChairPatrick Ivey, Cox HomelifeThomas Keller, NW Pool Management Inc.Brooke Martin, Bank of OklahomaJohn Milner, Milestone Realty, LLC – SecretaryCharmaine Osborne, First Liberty BankJason Pierce, Grand Life PhotographyJessica Sherrill, Oklahoma City Public SchoolsCharlotte Sutton, Feed the ChildrenSteve Thompson, American FidelityJohn Whitaker, Flintco LLC - TreasurerMatt Winzeler, First United Bank*Advisory Board Members*Emily Bunch, American FidelityMayor James "Jim" Mickley, City of Warr AcresBrad Poarch, Cory's Audio VisualChuck Thomas, Sodexo*Ex-Officio Members*Dr. Fred Rhodes, Superintendent, Putnam City School DistrictJay Sherrill, President, Putnam City Schools Board of EducationJennifer Seal, President, Putnam City Schools Foundation