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“Let us remember: One book, one pen, one child, and one teacher can change the world.”
— Malala Yousafzai

Our teachers, like many teachers around the world, are inspiring. Some of our teachers travel miles on difficult roads to our schools—passing up teaching positions in the city. Some of our teachers are even former Spitler School students who were inspired by their teachers to give education back to their community. In recognition of the hard work and dedication of our teachers, we rewarded them with a three-day retreat to the beach. Thanks to the “dedicated donations” from Irvin Spitler and Chris and Tina Boulton (in memory of their father) we were able to give our teachers some well-earned relaxation.  

It is the dedicated support from you, our donors, which has been responsible for approximately 1000 total students graduating from elementary school, a rare educational achievement in this area prior to the establishment of the Spitler School Foundation schools.  

Are you ready to fundraise with us? Be creative! Host a charity potluck to share about our schools. Raise donations in conjunction with achieving a challenge, like crocheting for 24 hours straight! Have a yard sale, bake sale, or art sale with proceeds to SSF. We are happy to provide materials and ideas to help.  

In addition to standard monetary donations, we also accept direct transfers of appreciated stocks and bonds, as well as direct transfers of Required Minimum Distributions for IRAs. Please contact us if we can provide any additional assistance.  

We are happy to send a notice of recognition should you want to donate in honor of, or in memory of, a friend or relative.

Celebrating graduation is a milestone that marks the end of one chapter and the start of a new one in our students’ education journey. It is an incredible highlight in the community—a time to be joyful, and reflect on the amazing accomplishments of our students, staff, volunteers, and the community support. We have been lucky enough to experience 15 graduations at Spitler Schools! 

This year 90 students were promoted to middle school, and many will attend Stephen Mazujian Middle School, a school also supported by the SSF. The ceremony was attended by many local dignitaries honoring the achievements of our students, the unwavering dedication and commitment of our staff, as well as the families of our students and staff. Our student Apsara dancers performed, and each graduate received a certificate along with a school uniform and supplies needed for middle school. 

This celebration showed our students that they were successful at overcoming the challenges they and their families faced, and that they are strong enough to face the unknown challenges ahead.