DSEF hires Executive Director — Lou Mandy Bruggman
The Dripping Springs Education Foundation (DSEF) introduces Lou Mandy Bruggman as its new Executive Director. Ms. Bruggman brings nine years of non-profit and fundraising experience to her new role. Most recently, she was the Vice President of Philanthropy and Director of Planned Giving with Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming where she was named as a national finalist for Resource Development Professional of the Year. She previously served as Volunteer Coordinator for the Voices of Children, Inc., and the Twin City Mission, both in Bryan, Texas.
Ms. Bruggman is a graduate of Texas A&M University where she earned a bachelor's degree in Communication, with a minor in Sociology.
A Texas native, Bruggman returns to central Texas to raise her three daughters, alongside her husband Allen, who recently joined the staff of the Dripping Springs ISD Communications Office.
Save the Date! The 2019 Denim & Diamonds Gala is coming — April 5, 2019
Denim & Diamonds Gala
SAVE the DATE!
The 2019 Denim & Diamonds Gala — April 5, 2019
The Denim & Diamonds Gala has become a staple event in the Dripping Springs and this year will be better than ever, featuring Asleep at the Wheel! This event also serves as the main catalyst for funding Innovative Teaching and Student Leadership grants throughout DSISD. The Denim & Diamonds Gala is always an incredible event with incredible impact and we would be honored if you would join us once again.
2019 Gala Co-Chairs:
Janna Welch and Stephanie Collins
Thanks to all our wonderful teams and sponsors for another successful and fun Schoolhouse Scramble!
SPECIAL thanks to our title sponsor — Terry Garnett's Propane
Look forward to the 10th Annual Schoolhouse Scramble in 2019!
Innovative Teacher Grants
The Dripping Springs Education Foundation exists to provide every teacher the opportunity to Reach Higher and Inspire others to do the same. One way we encourage this is through Innovative Teaching Grants. These grants are YOUR OPPORTUNITY to Reach Higher and Inspire!
Student Leadership Grants
DSEF has a long tradition of recognizing leadership among our students. The Student Leadership Grants are designed to foster the development of students’ leadership skills through their efforts to serve their school, our community, or others in the world around us. Students, together with their faculty sponsors, apply for the grants during the fall semester.
