2012 - 2013 east initiative annual report
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2012Annual Report
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About the Cover:
Letter from Our President / CEO
EAST History
EAST Timeline
Elementary Student Perspective
High School Student Voice
Impact on Education
EAST Facilitators
EAST Core Teachers
EAST Alumni
Summer with EAST
EAST at Hot Springs High School
EAST at Vilonia High School
EAST Conference
Summer Seminar
EAST Night Out
EAST Core
EAST Student Technical Training / by the Numbers
Financial Statements
EAST Board of Directors / EAST Advisory Council
EAST Works
Help EAST Grow
Our Vision
Message from the Board Chair
Sponsors & Supporters
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Table of Contents
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We are so honored to present this year’s Annual Report. The 2012/2013 school year has been an important one for the Initiative and we’re excited to share our story. This year saw the growth of the EAST concept from our established and standard EAST class into the math and science classes of five pioneer schools with a new program we call EAST Core. These two foundational pieces are working to build the best in education. In the past year, EAST programs, schools and students have been recognized for their accomplishments, and the Initiative has
continued to grow in its scope and reach. As the national education dialogue moves to the Common Core State Standards and the Next Generation Science Standards, EAST has continued to be at the forefront of the opportunities that students should be afforded in order to succeed. There is no accomplishment, however, that can compare to sharing the impact of service and growth of our facilitators and students. This report is a small attempt to share those successes. Feel free to be inspired - the EAST staff is every day.
Matt Dozier - President / CEO of the EAST Initiative
pg. 1
We believe that EAST should be available to every child. Therefore, it is important for us to demonstrate its scalability. Our widespread, extended presence in Arkansas schools provides the perfect proving ground to document our impact on education, workplace readiness and civic engagement. We have adopted a strategic plan to test our ability to expand EAST programs on a national level. Our plan calls for integrating EAST’s model into 80% of Arkansas secondary schools and 25 elementary schools. When that is achieved, regional and national growth on a larger scale will be within our grasp.
pg. 2
EAST Founder
Tim StephensonTim Stephenson founded EAST with
the hope of changing the perceptions of teenagers. He noticed that most
community members saw youth as a problem instead of an asset.
pg. 3
History
If you set the expectation high enough and if the end result is good for others, students will rise to that level and do whatever it takes.
EAST began with one classroom in Greenbrier, Arkansas, in 1996. Former law-enforcement officer Tim Stephenson, a second career “new” teacher, had experience with “disconnected” youth. He was assigned a classroom of “at-risk” students. In seeking a point of interest for them, Stephenson proposed an outing to a spot near the school where students often went to skip classes. The wooded area included a creek and a pond. The first EAST project turned out to be a bridge across that creek.
The students became enthusiastic with the success of their bridge and proposed additional structures. One student offered his father’s CAD expertise, and Stephenson suggested the students get appropriate software and learn to use it themselves. Thus, the technology component was born.
Realizing that the K-12 education system lacked the needed technology as well as a model for integrating it into the learning, Stephenson sought help from an Arkansas technology firm that introduced him to national and international resources. The academic-
business partnerships that were formed became the foundation for a new and relevant model of learning, and the results have been astounding.
- Tim Stephenson, EAST Founder
pg. 4
First EAST® classroom in Greenbrier, AR, under the direction of Tim
Stephenson, a retired veteran and police officer.
1996
Arkansas State Legislature provides seed funding for
additional EAST classrooms to be opened throughout the state.
United States Department ofLabor recognizes EAST as an
“innovative initiative.”
1999
EAST hosts first annual conference celebrating the work and achievements of the nearly 5,000 students participating in
the EAST program.
2000
United States Department of Education names EAST
a “model program.”
2004
EAST incorporates as a 501(c) (3) charitable
nonprofit in December.
2001Expansion of the EAST model began with the
support of the Arkansas Department of Education.
1997
1996Arkansas
1998Louisiana
2001California
EAST Timeline
pg. 5
EAST received the 2006 Southern Growth Policies
Innovator Award as an exemplary initiative in
technology and innovation.
2006
“EAST” is recognized by the Federal Office of Trademarks and Patents with registration status.
2009
EAST collaborates with Arkansas STEM Works to
develop EAST® Core.
2011
EAST recognized as a Green STEM Innovator by the National
Environmental Education Foundation.
EAST Core pioneers in five schools for 2012-2013 year
bringing the EAST model into math and science classes.
2012
EAST is recommended as a solution for Arkansas communities at
Arkansas Works 2008: The Governor’s Summit on Education and Economic
Development.
The George Lucas Foundation spotlights EAST at Edutopia.com as a
“Schools That Work” model.
2008
EAST receives the Special Achievement
in GIS (SAG) award from Esri.
2010
2007Oklahoma
Iowa
2006Pennsylvania
pg. 6
“I just love that we have more opportunities and control than we
do in a regular classroom.”
- Jillian, Sonora Elementary
Elementary Student Perspective
“The most important thing I’ve learned would have to be working
with people. I always wanted to do it my way. While in EAST, I have
learned to work with others.”
- Keenan, Sonora Elementary
pg. 7
The EAST Initiative provides opportunities to engage students through project-based learning, collaboration, technology and civic engagement. EAST connects the dots between
communities, 21st century skills and innovative thinking.
pg. 8
High School Student Voice
“Before EAST, I was not much of a leader, but this program has fleshed that out in me. I am more self-confident, I know myself better and I speak better publicly. I have been places and experienced things I didn’t think I could do before this program. “
- Stetson, Greenbrier High School
“EAST has impacted my moral execution and service dedication. This program played a huge role in opening my eyes and letting me see first-hand that our communities need our help. EAST has the technology and the supporters who believe in students and give us the tools we need to succeed.”
- Patrick, eSTEM
pg. 9
Impact on Education
Dr. Tom Kimbrell, Education CommissionerArkansas Department of Education
Courtesy of ADE
Our schools are successfully getting students ready for the next generation of workers. EAST has been the building block for how kids learn today and creates an excitement around project-based learning. We have
the technology in schools and a desire for students to solve tomorrow’s problems. With EAST, we see a connection supported by the community that will have a greater impact as it continues to grow.
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“EAST is what education should be. If it is done right, the outcome is priceless. It is a great program with wonderful benefits.”
- Annette Smith, Mansfield High School
“EAST is a place where any student can be successful. I enjoy seeing my students connect with adults who appreciate their skills and what they can do with them. EAST prepares students for careers in the 21st century.”
- Millicent Sanders-Anderson, Henderson Middle School
EAST Facilitators
pg. 11
EAST Core Teachers
“The students will lead you if you let them... Imagine that, teenagers wanting to take control of their lives. It all makes perfect sense now. All I had to do was take the first step.”
- Leslie Frewert, Prairie Grove High School
“Becoming a part of EAST Core has impacted my view of the use of technology and projects in the mathematics classroom. On the first day of our project, I noticed a huge change in a few students. They participated in the project and did their share of the work. They were interested in the success of the project.”
- Ami Biggers, Harrisburg High School
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“EAST gave me the skills to succeed in a higher education environment. It allowed me to think outside the box, to solve problems and expand my cognitive thought in a spatial context. I believe without this foundation, I would not be as successful as I am today.”
- Ryan L. Spring, Class of 2006 - Mena High School
“EAST contributes to the workforce and community through its technological impact, which is used every day in professional jobs. Through EAST, a high school, middle school or even an elementary school student is learning skills that teach you how to help and better your community.”
- Tevin Wooten, Class of 2010 - Camden Fairview High School
EAST Alumni
pg. 13
Summer with EAST
EAST at Sonora Elementary in Northwest Arkansas received a summer grant in 2012 to implement a Technology with Nature Camp. Students learned about the environment with new technologies that enabled scientific research and developed 21st century skills, including creativity, innovation, communication and collaboration.
Watch the video: http://bit.ly/145g9Y6
EAST distributed more than $60,000 to schools for service-learning projects to be completed outside the normal school day. EAST summer grants provide the opportunity for students to have learning experiences that would not otherwise be possible.
Read more: http://bit.ly/16hi9fw
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EAST at Hot Springs High School
EAST at Hot Springs High School was recently named a finalist in the national Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition. The contest gave away more than $1,000,000 worth of technology to schools across the country. Samsung and its partners called on teachers to raise student interest in science, technology, engineering and math by inviting them to answer the challenge, “Show how science or math can help the environment in your community.” A great opportunity to showcase what EAST embodies in its innovative model of education.
Read more here: http://bit.ly/16L5Eb5
EAST students demonstrate problem solving, critical thinking and innovation
by building a 3D printer for their local progam. They also teamed up with
American LIDAR in the city of Hot Springs, Ark., to work on an engineering
project with civic leaders.
Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Finalist
pg. 15
EAST at Vilonia High School
On April 25, 2011, a tornado ravaged the town of Vilonia, Arkansas. Five residents were killed and the National Guard estimated between 50 and 60 missing persons were rescued through a house-to-house search. A storm damage assessment determined that the tornado was between one and two miles wide at its base and cut a path through the community that was three miles wide and 15 miles long.
Those in the community who survived the storm suffered an emotional impact that will last for years, if not the rest of their lives. For students enrolled in EAST, the storm provided an opportunity to be part of a solution that would protect their loved ones and their community from a similar fate in the future.
Build a Shelter from the Storm
Vilonia EAST students helped design a storm shelter for their school. (Pictured with Nabholz officials.)
pg. 16
Each year, thousands of guests from across the country attend the National EAST Conference in Hot Springs, Arkansas, where EAST facilitators, students and Core teachers share their stories, celebrate their work and experience a trade show-like environment and formal banquet.
pg. 17
1,800
Students and facilitators
participated at Conference.
190
EAST programs
attended Conference.
2,000
Attended the Awards Banquet,
which featured
high-profile speakers.
60+
Sessions were presented at
Conference, which were attended
by students and facilitators.
pg. 18
E A S T F A C I L I T A T O R
facilitators attended the
2012 Tech Camp.
50+
donated to show appreciation and to
celebrate the hard work facilitators do throughout
the year.
$5,000
facilitators & presenters attended
the 2012 Summer Seminar.
150
The EAST Summer Seminar provides professional development and networking oportunities for EAST facilitators. This event travels around Arkansas. The 2012 Seminar was held in Jonesboro, Arkansas, from July 18 - 20 on the Arkansas State University Campus.
pg. 19
EAST Night Out is an annual, nation-wide EAST open house that provides an opportunity for EAST classrooms to share with their communities the power of student-driven, service-based, technology-infused education. EAST Night Out is unique because it offers the schools a common approach to sharing their unique EAST story.
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Teachers and administrators
participated in professional
development.
84
Hours of
administrator
professional
development.
2000
Students participated in
Biology and Geometry
EAST Core projects.
420
Hours of on-site
professional
development.
The Arkansas EASTInitiative Schools
EAST CoreEAST Program The national educational focus has turned with the Common Core State Standards and the coming Next Generation Science Standards, as well as a heightened understanding of the need to provide opportunities for students to become better communicators, problem solvers and innovators.
EAST Core infuses the best practices of the standard EAST program into math and science classes.
EAST Core provides tools, resources, support and a custom approach to participating schools, establishing a dynamic methodology to prepare students for competitive post-secondary studies and careers.
EAST Core
pg. 21
Core.EASTinitiative.orgLearn more: Follow EAST Core on social media: facebook.com/theEASTcoretwitter.com/theEASTcore pg. 22
Student Innovation Comes Alive at EAST Technical Training
Over 450 EAST students participated in nearly 100 training sessions across the nation in 2012.pg. 23
150,000 students since 1996
22,000 students annually
206 EAST programs in 6 states
Arkansas
Louisiana
Oklahoma
California
IowaPennsylvania
EAST by the Numbers
Arkansas California
Iowa Louisiana
Oklahoma Pennsylvania
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Accounts payable and accrued expenses Debt
Unrestricted Temporarily restricted Permanently restricted
See anual audit for notes and additional information
Total Net Assets
Assets
Statement of Financial PositionJune 30, 2013 (With Comparative Totals for June 30, 2012)
Liabilities and Net Assets
June 30, 2012June 30, 2013
Total assets
June 30, 2012June 30, 2013
Total liabilities
Total liabilities and net assets
LIABILITIES:
NET ASSETS:
ASSETS:2,146,204.72
1,793.83 50,262.03
124,330.46 8,499.18
2,331,090.22
3,033,414.80 4,950.00
42,077.60 74,251.24
5,795.23 3,160,488.87
Cash Accounts receivable Prepaid expenses Fixed assets, net Other assets
1,078,932.18 -
1,078,932.18
584,596.73 665,615.31
1,946.00 1,252,158.04
2,331,090.22
1,535,192.95 -
1,535,192.95
583,380.891,039,696.03
1,946.001,625,295.92
3,160,488.87
$ $
$
$
$
$
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Expenses:
CHANGE IN NET ASSETS NET ASSETS, beginning of year NET ASSETS, end of year
Program Services:
Supporting Services:
Program training and development Technical support to schoolsOn-site support to schoolsEAST Core programStudent trainingStudent eventsGrants to schoolsOccupancy expense
Management and generalDevelopment and fundraising
See annual audit for notes and additional information
REVENUES AND OTHER SUPPORT: State of Arkansas Department of Education:
Appropriations Grants
Contracts Fee for service contracts Event revenue Occupancy revenue Interest income In-kind revenue Individual contributions Other revenue
85,519.09 287,959.73 397,495.45 196,523.53 322,327.18 469,380.71 423,272.55 140,460.54
2,322,938.78
347,563.51 53,046.38
400,609.89 2,723,548.67
682,996.33
569,161.71
1,252,158.04
166,646.82338,055.76380,746.81297,598.81281,513.46517,884.84208,479.83
83,908.452,274,834.78
333,487.0096,063.70
429,550.702,704,385.48
373,137.88
1,252,158.04
1,625,295.92
Statement of Activities
For the Year Ended June 30, 2013 (With Comparative Totals for the
Year Ended June 30, 2012)
Year Ended June 30, 2012Year Ended June 30, 2013
Total Revenue and Other Support
Total Expenses
1,891,000.00904,740.40
2,795,740.40
1,799,767.15533,448.00
2,333,215.15
323,733.36117,500.00157,898.62
85,176.25 38,899.90 11,787.49
3,906.00 5,406.59
3,077,523.36
140,492.76113,750.00148,814.17158,371.00 35,215.60
8,834.39 1,015.35 4,311.33
3,406,545.00
Program Services
Administration
Fundraising4%
12%
83%
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Prakash JalihalChairpersonSenior Vice PresidentFIS
Dr. David RaineyVice-ChairpersonSuperintendentDumas Public Schools
Melanie VanZandt BradfordSecretaryDivision Leader, Research & TechnologyArkansas Department of Education
Dominik MjartanImmediate Past ChairSenior Vice PresidentCorporate Strategy & Communications Southern Bancorp, Inc.
EAST Board of Directors
Jerry Damerow Chair, Finance and Audit CommitteeRetired
Dr. John AhlenRetired
Joyce CraftSuperintendentHot Springs School District
Dr. Michael GealtProvostUniversity of Central Michigan
David MoodyPresidentLGW, Inc.
Dr. John O’ConnellConsultantE2T2 LTD
Julia SitesIT SpecialistSouthwest Power Pool(EAST Alumni, ‘96)
Tommy TylerRetired
Barbara WarrenDirectorArkansas River Education Service
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EAST Advisory Council
Jerry AdamsPresidentArkansas Research Alliance
Lynnette WattsExecutive DirectorWomen’s Foundation of Arkansas
Dr. Eric SandgrenDeanUniversity of Arkansas at Little Rock EIT
Charlie FitzpatrickK-12 Education ManagerEsri
Melinda FaubelDirector-External AffairsAT&T
Suzanne MitchellExecutive DirectorSTEM Coalition
Kelly LyonDirectorWebster University
Dr. Gail McClureVice President, Sponsored ProjectsASTA
Susie MarksVice President, ProgramsArkansas State Chamber of Commerce
Dr. Richard AbernathyExecutive DirectorArkansas Association of Education Administrators
Dr. Charisse ChildersExecutive DirectorAccelerate Arkansas
Heather LarkinPresident and CEOArkansas Community Foundation
Dr. John MergendollerExecutive DirectorBuck Institute for Education
Warwick SabinLegislatorArkansas House of Representatives
Kathy SmithProgram OfficerWalton Family Foundation
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Independent research shows that the EAST model of education works. EAST uses technology as a catalyst for innovation, collaboration, community focus and applied learning. In the EAST model:
Read more about research supporting the EAST model of education: EASTinitiative.org/aboutcontact/research.aspx
EAST Works
EAST develops collaboration, higher-order thinking and problem-solving skills.
EAST students outperform non-EAST students in Math and English testing.
EAST attracts students who might not otherwise gain critical STEM skills.
EAST fosters inter and intra-personal skills, lifelong learning and college transition.
EAST helps motivate students for school and ownership of learning.
EAST projects have a significant economic impact throughout Arkansas and beyond.
EAST enhances home, community and school connections.
EAST prepares students for STEM careers.
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The EAST Initiative is a 501(c) 3 national nonprofit organization recognized by GuideStar Exchange as a Gold participant. Help EAST grow by bringing an EAST program into your local community. Your support will allow us to expand our services in technical training for students, professional development for teachers and administrators and on-going program development.
EAST offers students outstanding opportunities to build leadership and 21st century skills including a National EAST Conference, Summer Seminar for facilitators and EAST Night Out, a national open house event. EAST provides summer grants to expand the EAST opportunity to after-school and out-of-school programs.
With your financial support, you can help EAST grow today: EASTinitiative.org/SupportTheCause
Help EAST Grow
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The EAST Initiative will be the leading provider and advocate of innovative, transformational education
that prepares students to succeed globally.
1.5 MillionService Hours
$15 MillionEconomic Impact
in Arkansas
over over
Our Vision
pg. 32
Prakash Jalihal Chairperson
EAST Board of Directors
Fidelity Information Services,Senior Vice President
We are pleased to share the 2012 Annual Report for Environmental and Spatial Technology, Inc. EAST is making a big difference to communities and the future workforce. It helps students become motivated to use innovative technology and go out into the world as self-starters and problem-solvers. It is fascinating to see EAST students in action: they develop technological skills while also building soft skills in their ability to work as part of a team. The EAST model helps students get ahead of an impending problem and solve it. The highlight of each year is the annual EAST Conference, held in Hot Springs, AR. This is one of my favorite events. I love to see EAST schools and students come together to share their projects highlighting them in a presentation-style environment. Preparing for the conference takes their independent thinking to another level. They must learn to speak before a group, logically present their projects and outcomes and explain how those projects helped the greater community.
EAST doesn’t just build teams, it builds citizens. The project-based learning helps students take charge of their own education. They read and use math and logic skills to solve problems, even if they don’t like to read or do math. They apply their education and use technology as a tool to solve problems. They don’t learn about technology for technology’s sake. As a result, they complete projects that are of service to others, giving them an early start on community involvement.
Thank you to our supporters who help make EAST possible for students.Message from the Board Chair EAST Builds Community-Focused Citizens
pg. 33
Thank you to our supporters who help make EAST possible for students.
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Dondi Jackson
Senior Director of Curricular Integration
Matt Dozier
President/ Chief Executive Officer
Jerry Prince
Senior Director of Program Services
Tami Baker
Program Coordinator
Jessica Dunham
Event Coordinator
Adam Clemons
Technical Support Group - Lead
Mary Forst
Chief Financial Officer
Calvin Bramlett
Graphic & Web Designer
Reuben Canada
Technical Support Manager
Marisa Damm
Technical Support Group - Member
EAST Initiative Staff
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Linsey Horton
Administrative Assistant
Dr. Angela Kremers
Senior Director of Corporate Strategy
Erica Riley
Program Coordinator
Tim Stephenson
Special Liaison for Program Support
Phaedra Hawkins
Training & Events Coordinator
Eric Holt
Internet Services Manager
Doug Gusewelle
Technical Resource Specialist
Lori Andrews
EAST Core Coordinator
Cody Jones
Staff Accountant
Melanie Ridlon
Senior Director of Operations
Tim Van Dusen
Network Manager
Lisa Cook
Program Coordinator
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