In 2007, The Sherrard Academic Foundation, a non-profit charitable organization, was formed to provide an avenue for alumni, area residents, and businesses to make a long-term, tax-deductible investment in our students, our teachers, and our community. Though the organization is charged with supporting and promoting the successes of the Sherrard Unit #200 Schools, it operates independently from the Board of Education of the Sherrard School District.

We strive to administer resources that maximize individual excellence in partnership with the Sherrard School District by accomplishing the following:

• Supporting student scholarships for post high school tuition

• Providing teacher grants for innovative teaching practices in the classroom

• Coordinating a comprehensive alumni network

• Developing resources to inspire academic achievement within the Sherrard School District

Since 2007, we have raised over $160,000 through donations from the community, grants received and various fundraising activities. During this time, the Sherrard Academic Foundation has supported the Sherrard Unit #200 classroom teachings and activities with teacher grants totaling over $58,000. We have also provided students over $48,000 in college scholarships and have contributed $13,000 to the Academic Achievement Program to assist students with college expenses.