DTHS Class of 1961 Giveback Program Update

by Dr. Gary Kelly

March 04, 2011

Members of the DuQuoin High School Class of 1961 in cooperation with the District #300 Educational Foundation announced last spring their class effort to raise $19,610 prior to their 50 year class reunion. The Class of 1961 has invited all members of the class to make contributions during this time to the "Class of 1961 Giveback Inaugural Alumni Scholarship and Education Fund". The initial effort of this special program is to raise funds for student scholarships and grants for classroom and professional development needs. As well, the Class of 1961 would like to challenge other DTHS/DHS classes to participate in similar efforts to raise funds for the District #300 Educational Foundation. If you would like to contribute to this effort please complete the following information and return it to the appropriate address as listed:

Class of 1961 Giveback Program

As of March 2011 a total of $5,620 has been pledged by 13 contributors to this worthwhile effort with the same 13 contributors sending a total of $4,720 to the Foundation as of the same date. The organizers of this program recently sent letters and pledge information to all class members as another push toward reaching their goal. If you have any questions about this program or would like further information you may contact the DuQuoin Community Unit School District at (618) 542-3856. The District #300 Educational Foundation appreciates the effort of the Class of 1961 in creating this special program and for "Investing In Our Future".

Contributors to the Class of 1961 Giveback Program include the following:

Todd Allen Colorado Springs, Colorado

Lawrence Borowiak O'Fallon, Illinois

Linda Davis DuQuoin, Illinois

Barbara Emling Carlyle, Illinois

Wayne Haase Sterling, Massachusetts

Susan Hall Scottsdale, Arizona

Wanda Jones Mt. Vernon, Illinois

Archie Lively Pinckneyville, Illinois

Thomas and Sandra Moore Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Anthony Notares Kythera, Greece

John Rodman St. Simons Island, Georgia