Supporting Excellence: How Lake Oswego Schools Foundation Makes a Difference

Episode 25 of the Learning in Lake Oswego podcast, hosted by Whitney Woolf, Laura Coyle, John Wasielewski, Mary Kay Larson, Dr. Jennifer Schiele, titled "Supporting Excellence: How Lake Oswego Schools Foundation Makes a Difference" was published on February 4, 2025 and runs 43 minutes.

February 4, 2025 ·43m · Learning in Lake Oswego

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Episode Description

In this Learning in Lake Oswego episode, we spotlight the Lake Oswego Schools Foundation, a cornerstone of our school district for nearly 40 years. The Foundation has played a vital role in bridging the gap between state funding and the level of excellence Lake Oswego families expect in their schools. To help us dive deeper, we welcome three special guests: Whitney Woolf, Executive Director of the Foundation, shares insights into its mission, priorities, and impact; Laura Coyle, Foundation Board President, discusses the power of volunteerism and the board’s vision for the future; and John Wasielewski (Waz), Lake Oswego Middle School teacher and Foundation ambassador explains how the Foundation supports teachers and enhances students' learning experiences. Learn how the Foundation impacts every school in the district, how you can get involved, and the exciting opportunities that events like the annual Gala bring to our community.

Dr. Jennifer Schiele, Superintendent, LOSD

Mary Kay Larson, Executive Director of Communications, LOSD

Whitney Woolf, Executive Director, Lake Oswego Schools Foundation

Laura Coyle, President, Lake Oswego Schools Foundation

John Wasielewski, Ambassador, Lake Oswego Schools Foundation

losfoundation.org

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