The 8th Annual Night Of The Stars
Is All New For 2010

Mark your calendar for the 2010 performances of Night Of The Stars for Friday, February 12 and Saturday, February 13th at the Historic Paramount Theatre. 

This year's event will feature an exclusive "online-only" auction February 5-21. Plus, on the evenings of the performances, you can take in the talent of District 742 students and staff at the first-ever "Gallery 742" art exhibition and sale.

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Supporting Student Activities
For Over 15 Years!

LEAF has established a proven track record over the years as an effective vehicle through which the public can channel contributions to District 742 in support of extracurricular activities.

Since its founding, LEAF has provided the District with nearly $600,000 in support of activities.

Learn more about the history of LEAF >


LEAF Branches Out

In summer 2009, LEAF established a second fund, the Academic Opportunities & Enhancement Fund, to provide academic grants to District 742’s educational program.

The Academic Opportunities & Enhancement Fund will make grants to a variety of educational efforts including projects that remove barriers to learning, creative curricular ideas to challenge students, and more!

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Welcome to LEAF

Growing a stronger community through academics, activities, arts and athletics.

The District 742 Local Education & Activities Foundation (LEAF) was founded in 1993 as a fully independent, non-profit organization for the purpose of promoting and enhancing school-based, extracurricular activities and educational opportunities in District 742 Public Schools. LEAF’s endowment fund provides supplemental funding for academics, activities, arts, and athletics in the District’s schools. Effective July 1, 2009, LEAF has established a second fund, the Academic Opportunities & Enhancement Fund, which will provide academic grants to District 742’s educational program. The Academic Opportunities & Enhancement Fund will make grants to a variety of educational efforts including projects that remove barriers to learning, creative curricular ideas to challenge students, innovative teaching ideas, projects with a student achievement focus, pursuit of excellence projects for/by staff in District 742 schools, and a variety of other ideas or projects submitted by teachers or other District staff.

 

Appreciation Reception 2009

The Annual LEAF Appreciation Reception was bigger and better than ever! Held at Apollo High School on December 5, 2009, the reception honored individuals and organizations who make special contributions to LEAF and District 742 through tireless service and/or philanthropic contributions. Learn more about the 2009 LEAF Appreciation Reception.

 

 

Online Auction Open For Bidding

The online auction is open for bidding now through February 21!

Start bidding now!

 


In past years, we've filled the lobby of the Paramount Theatre will all kinds of fun and exciting silent auction items. And frankly, we're running out of space. So this year, Night of the Stars will feature an Online Only Auction with even bigger and better items.

Support student arts, athletics and activities while you stock up on fantastic items like sports collectibles, gift baskets, unique jewelry and wearables, golf rounds, and much more. Go to online auction now!

Learn more about this year's Night Of The Stars!

 

 

 

 

Save The Date!

9th Annual
Night of the Stars
February 12-13, 2010
Paramount Theatre
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Notes & Quotes

"I learned as much from
the time I spent in extracurricular activities as time spent in class."
Nick Krueger, MD,
Apollo Class of '92