ABOUT US
Your donation, event support and volunteer work are vital to our mission.
The Aledo ISD Education Foundation was established by business, civic and community leaders to support the mission of the Aledo Independent School District by supporting innovative educational projects and activities that are beyond traditional funding and/or for which tax dollars cannot be expanded. Foundation funds will be used for educational enrichment programs such as innovative grants and programs to enhance student achievement, to recognize exemplary staff involvement and to foster community support and involvement.
OUR MISSION
The Aledo ISD Education Foundation partners with the community to provide private resources to enrich teaching, inspire learning, and maximize innovative opportunities for all students in the Aledo Independent School District.
WHO BENEFITS?
Students... as imaginations are sparked
Teachers... as creative ideas are encouraged and funded
Businesses... as an inspired workforce, ready to meet the future, is created
Communities... for the quality of life and economic growth directly related to the quality of education
THE FOUNDATION
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is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit tax-exempt philanthropic organization governed by a volunteer board of directors made up of business, community, and educational leaders
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partners with parents, teachers, and community to enhance education in Aledo ISD
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fosters creative approaches to education through private grants and involvement
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works to increase private support for educational activities in Aledo ISD
Jack Huxel,
AEF Board President
A WORD FROM OUR PRESIDENT
​Hello Aledo ISD Community,
It is with excitement and honor that I step into the role of President of the Aledo Education Foundation. As someone deeply invested and passionate in the success of our schools, students, teachers and administrators, I am thrilled to serve in this capacity and look forward to working alongside each and every one of you in the community to help make a meaningful impact within our district.
At the Aledo Education Foundation, our mission is to enrich teaching, inspire learning, and maximize innovative opportunities for all students and staff within the Aledo ISD and to help bridge the funding gap between what our schools receive and what they need. With the support of our dedicated AEF Board Members and this “Amazing Community,” I am confident that we can continue to build on the incredible history of the Aledo Education Foundation to ensure our students and educators have the resources they need to thrive.
As President, one of my primary goals is to instill the communities continued trust in the Aledo Education Foundation to help grow our fundraising efforts, expanding the reach of our teacher grants, safety and security of our students and staff, classroom resources, and student scholarships. By working together, we can make a lasting difference in the lives of our students and teachers and help them achieve their full potential.
Thank you for your continued support of the Aledo Education Foundation and for joining me in this journey to make a positive and lasting impact on the students and staff of the Aledo ISD. I look forward to the year ahead and the incredible opportunities that this “Amazing Community,” will create together. Go Bearcats!
Sincerely,
Jack Huxel
President, Aledo Education Foundation
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
We are excited to welcome our new Board Members of 2024-2025 school year, whose terms officially began on September 1.Their dedication, professional knowledge, philanthropic mindset and passion for serving Aledo ISD will make a significant impact as we continue to support our teachers and Bearcat Students.
President
Jack Huxel, H3 Homes
President-Elect
Lauren Edwards, Simpli.fi
Past President
Ashley Hodo, Texas Health
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Secretary
Paige Rice
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Vice President- Marketing
Aaron Valencia, A-Game Agent
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Vice President- Legal Counsel
Carol Satterfield, Powell, Coleman & Arnold LLP
Vice President - Development
Blake Windham, Texas Health - Willow Park
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Vice President - Events
Ryan Pipkin, Naturescapes
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Vice President - Finance & Governance
Griff Babb, Whitley Penn
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Vice President - Programs
Jake Battenfield, Linebarger Attorneys at Law
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Directors​
Jimmie Busselman
Carma Chisam
Brad Daniels
Amanda Falconer
Brandi Fletcher
Jacqline Gaber
Slaten Gough
Hannah Hanover
Claire Hollek
Brooke Howerton
Michael Kent
Libby Marler
Jay McCall
Troy Miller
Mark Z. Mourer
Jodi Outland
Dusti Parker
Stefan Simpson
Matt Sudderth
Niki Thompson
Aaron Valencia
Dawn Wright
ALEDO EDUCATION STAFF
Valerie Kerr, Executive Director
Lindsey Giles, Executive Assistant
Board Liaisons- Non-Voting Members
District Superintendent
Dr. Susan Bohn*
Aledo ISD School Board Trustee
Jeremy Pruett*
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*District liaisons communicate the educational needs of the district to the board. Liaisons and Strategic Partners attend AEF meetings, but do not serve on the board and do not vote.
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Strategic Partners
Aledo Children’s AdvoCats
Aledo ISD PTO
AEF has raised approx. $4 million to benefit Aledo ISD since 2013, including awarding over 615 Teacher Grants.
During the '23-'24 School year AEF gave over $230,000 back to the teachers and students of AISD.
AEF is dedicated to fostering community support and involvement in our district.
AEF inspires learning by funding more than 615 Innovative Teaching Grants and Championship Campus Grants.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT THROUGH
