The RISD-affiliated RISE Foundation must raise $50,000 before Nov. 30 in order to quality for a $50,000 challenge grant.
The non-profit group, whose initials stand for Recognizing Innovations for Student Education, was formed in 1983. It raises money for research and innovation in the RISD. Among its projects are its Outstanding Teacher program, its Invention Convention and the North Dallas Regional Elementary Science Fair.
The $50,000 grant was donated anonymously on the condition that RISE raise $50,000 in matching funds. The group’s board of directors will launch a major fundraising campaign, and is asking the Lake Highlands community to participate. It does not receive any money from the school district.
For information, or to donate, call 301-3425.
Morris to Address Forest Meadow Parents
Abstinence is the answer to today’s problems of teen pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases and AIDS, says Marilyn Morris, and that’s what she will tell Forest Meadow Junior High parents at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 4 at the school.
Morris is affiliated with Aim for Success, a non-profit organization which says it is designed to challenge society to return to the concept of building self-control, self-respect and self-discipline.
Two Schools Participate in Theater Program
Aikin and Hamilton Park elementary schools are participating in an after-school drama club offered by the Children’s Theater Center of Dallas.
The clubs, with 12 to 18 students, are led by professional theater actors. During the 90-minute sessions, held once a week, students participate in creative dramatic activities.
For information about the program, contact the theater at 978-0110.
News & Notes
MERRIMAN HONORED: Gov. Ann Richards gave Merriman Park Elementary an “Outstanding Performance Effort Recognition” award recently.
HALLOWEEN HOE-DOWN: St. Patrick’s Catholic School, 9635 Ferndale Road, will hold a Halloween Hoe-Down from 5-10 p.m. Oct. 29 at the school. Scheduled are an Old West Town, games, food and prizes. Admission is free.
HOLIDAY GIFT SALE: Market in the Meadow, Forest Meadows Junior High School’s annual holiday arts and crafts sale, will be held Oct. 16-17 at the school, at Whitehurst and Abrams.
The sale, sponsored by the PTA, will feature 120 craftsmen offering items for sale for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Admission is free. The hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 16 and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 17.
MOSS HAVEN MADNESS: The annual Moss Haven Madness Carnival, the school’s annual fundraiser, will be held from 4-8 p.m. Oct. 30 at the school, 9202 Moss Farm Lane. There will be Halloween games, a spook house, dunking booth, dinner, a cake walk and a raffle. For information, call 503-2430.
