The LEAF Board recognizes that we would be unable to fulfill our Mission of supporting District 742 activities without the contributions of many volunteers as well as generous charitable donations. In November of 2004, the Annual LEAF Appreciation Reception and Awards Recognition was begun to recognize the people who have made special contributions to LEAF and the District 742 activities program through their tireless service or philanthropic contributions.
The first LEAF Appreciation Reception was held in the home of Steve and Paulette Schwegman. In 2005 and 2006, the event was moved to the Paramount Theatre and held in conjunction with a scheduled performance at the Theatre. Invited guest enjoy Hors D'oeuvres and refreshments followed by an awards program. In the fall of 2008, the venue was changed to Tech or Apollo – whichever school is performing a Fall Musical (they rotate). Following the recognition, guests are invited to attend the Fall Musical Performance.
With the addition of sponsors in 2006, the appreciation reception also became a fundraiser for the LEAF Endowment.
LEAF Appreciation Reception Goals
• Thanks to donors
• Honor volunteers
• Publicity for LEAF within the St. Cloud Community
• Cultivation of Loyalty for the LEAF Mission
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Past Awards Recipients
Phil Welter Volunteer Service Award
2004 Ken Kelsey
2005 John and Kris Scharenbroich
2006 Jean Sonsteby
2007 Gary Zwack
2008 Bob and Sue Hanks
2009 Dennis Smith
George and Shirley Torrey Award for Charitable Giving
2004 Mike Faber and Viking Coca Cola
2005 Joanne and Paul Dorsher
St. Cloud Times, Bill Albrecht, Publisher
2006 Don and Jan Watkins
Regent Broadcasting
2007 Tom and Joyce Schlough
Lamar Outdoor Advertising
2008 Barclay and Janet Carriar
Don and Diane Farleo
2009 St. Cloud Lions Club
Coaching/Advising Excellence Award
2005 Ron Kaczor – Tech Football and Track
John Lieser – Apollo Golf
2006 Bendix – Apollo Speech / Drama
Dave Hoeller – Tech Gymnastics, Cross Country, and Track
2007 Mike Bakken – Apollo Adapted Athletics
Bruce Woidyla – South Junior High Coach
2008 Mick Boatz – Tech Math Team Coach and Activities Supporter
Sue Williams – Apollo Swim and Track Coach
2009 Gregg Martig, Tech High School Coach
Tim Bengtson, Apollo High School Coach
Thea Stockinger, Elementary Music Director
Instruction Excellence Award
2009 All District 742 Educators
