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LAINGSBURG EDUCATIONAL ADVANCEMENT FOUNDATION

Supporting innovative educational opportunities and academic excellence.

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Dale M. Herder, Ph.D.

"Our LEAF didn't fall from a tree. Instead, our LEAF came into being because of hard work by visionaries. It continues to grow season after season, the dream-come-true of Laingsburg citizens who think big, think long-term, and work on behalf of the common good."

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LAINGSBURG EDUCATIONAL ADVANCEMENT FOUNDATION

Supporting innovative educational opportunities and academic excellence.

"My interest in healthcare stemmed from both anatomy and biology classes in high school and led me to study physiology in college. I'm so happy I found where my interest lies early on!"

Dr. Lauren Lamie, Class of 2008

"My interest in healthcare stemmed from both anatomy and biology classes in high school and led me to study physiology in college. I'm so happy I found where my interest lies early on!"

Dr. Lauren Lamie, Class of 2008

"We continue to support LEAF because of its success in enhancing Laingsburg Community Schools' educational offerings as well as the extremely high-quality people who, through its existence, have served LEAF. The results speak for themselves with the innovative technologies, tools, and wide variety of programs our students enjoy. Absent LEAF, Michigan's roller coaster of public education funding would have produced a much-reduced set of opportunities for LCS students."

Scott & Jill Danek, Parents, Former LEAF Board Member & Former School Board Member

"Mrs. Herder's publication class definitely fueled my passion for design and art direction. It was the gateway. Loved it!"

Chad Powell, Class of 2006

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Group of six students standing around a poster board reading "Big History Lesson"

The Laingsburg Educational Advancement Foundation (LEAF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing innovative learning opportunities and upholding educational excellence throughout Laingsburg, Michigan. Over the years, LEAF has granted more than 184 awards totaling over $360,000 to further education in Laingsburg Community Schools. This funding has helped a variety of projects and activities flourish that typically exceed standard school budget allowances – from cutting-edge physics software and renewable energy demonstration hubs to comprehensive fine arts programs at the elementary level.

Our mission to offer stimulating, forward-thinking learning experiences in our schools hinges directly on the donations it receives from the community. With your help, we can make a significant impact on future generations.

Meet Our Board of Directors

Emily Baynes, President

Emily Baynes, President

Lansing Community College

April Rowley, Immediate Past President

April Rowley, Immediate Past President

Sparrow Hospital Lansing

Lisa Shastal, Secretary

Lisa Shastal, Secretary

Community Volunteer

Jennifer West, Grant Committee Chair

Jennifer West, Grant Committee Chair

Owner, Spirit Expressions Dance Studio

Katie Burley, Treasurer

Katie Burley, Treasurer

Community Volunteer

Natelie Elkins, Laingsburg School Board

Natelie Elkins

Laingsburg School Board

Julie Nosek, School Administrator

Julie Nosek

School Administrator

Jeanne Klaver, Laingsburg Early Childhood Education Teacher

Jeanne Klaver

Laingsburg Early Childhood Education Teacher

Christian Ragsdale, Community Volunteer

Christian Ragsdale

Community Volunteer

Dane Nickols, Community Volunteer

Dane Nickols

Community Volunteer

Adrienne Yates, Community Volunteer

Adrienne Yates

Community Volunteer

Talia Platte, Community Volunteer

Talia Platte

Community Volunteer

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Phone: (517) 651-2705
Address: 205 S. Woodhull Street, Laingsburg, MI 48848

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Laingsburg Educational Advancement Foundation (LEAF) is a nonprofit organization that dedicated to providing innovative learning opportunities and upholding educational excellence through receiving online donations, awarding grants, and holding an Annual LEAF Fundraiser.