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The “Official” K-12 Foundation page for the K-12 Foundation for LHUSD #1.

Contact us at: [email protected] to reach the “Official” K-12 Foundation page for the K-12 Foundation for LHUSD #1. We are a non-profit organization with a mission to the support students, faculty, and administration of Lake Havasu Unified School District #1, and enrich the schools' programs and activities for the benefit of the community.

05/15/2026

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY!!
We’re excited to announce the 20th Annual Taste of Havasu fundraiser, happening Thursday October 22, 2026, from 4:30 PM to 7 PM at Sara Park Rodeo Grounds!
Tickets will go on sale a few weeks before the event but today we are inviting businesses to become a Sponsor to help support this event!
This annual event is 100% volunteer run and every restaurant participating graciously donates their time and delicious food samples to make this a success.

🌟 By being a Sponsor - every dollar raised goes right back to the schools, teachers and students in the Lake Havasu School District. Your company logo will appear on all printed material, banner displayed at the event, social media recognition and recognition the night of the event.

Presented by the K-12 Foundation for the LHUSD, (a 501c3 organization) this annual event is the only fundraiser that supports our mission to promote excellence in public education by supporting the students, faculty, and staff of the district through program enrichment.

🌐 Learn more at www.k12foundation.org 📧 Email us at [email protected]

04/30/2026

The K-12 Foundation celebtrated their annual Academic Recognition Banquet. There were 24 Students recognized for earning the highest level of honor, Summa Cum Laude . There were 30 Recognized Educators who were nominated by these students for making an impact on their lives and school career. Each of these graduating students have an exciting future and we wish them all the best. Congratulations to the students, educators and families!
www.k12foundation.org

04/24/2026

Congratulations to the Sherry Dailey Golden Apple Award recipient for April 2026 - Dustin Blake from Thunderbolt Middle School.

The K-12 Foundation is joined by local community members who share in the celebration. Alex and Cinda Ross State Farm Insurance, Shugrue’s Family of Restaurants, Anderson Auto Group, Small Cakes, College Street Brewery, Human Bean, Steven’s Tacos, Destination Havasu, Bliss Beauty Bar and Concord General Contracting. Each of these businesses provide gifts to the recipient along with a plaque in recognition of their achievement from the K-12 Foundation.

The honoree is selected by their peers and here are some of the comments submitted:

Mr. Blake is always helpful regardless of the task or subject at hand. He helps with audio for assemblies and family engagement nights. Mr. Blake leads the science department with open minded ideas and strategies.

I am honored to nominate Dustin Blake for the Golden Apple Award for his unwavering dedication to both students and colleagues. He consistently goes above and beyond, not only in his own classroom but across our entire school community. Whether it’s collaborating on lesson planning, assisting in the creation of sub packets, or stepping in to cover duties without hesitation, he embodies what it means to be a true team player. His leadership is quiet yet powerful, creating a culture of support, trust, and shared success. His commitment, generosity, and positive impact make him exceptionally deserving of this recognition.

I highly recommend Mr. Blake because he has shown me effective strategies for managing classroom behavior - something that has made a lasting impact on my growth. He has shown what true leadership looks like - leading with humility, consistency, and a genuine willingness to support others.

Congratulations Dustin Blake for making a difference everyday!

www.k12foundation.org

03/06/2026

The Sherry Dailey Golden Apple award for March 2026 was presented to teacher NICOLE TODD at Starline Elementary School.

Here are a few comments her colleagues said

· Mrs. Todd has done so much for our school as a reading interventionist.
· She manages a team of 4 other adults and does it seamlessly.
· She creates a schedule for Tier 2 time that keeps everyone on the same schedule.
· Not only does she keep our school's Tier 2 time running smoothly, she is also pulling her own Tier 3 groups during the day to help meet those needs.
· Her leadership skills ensure that the colleagues she works with are supported and joyful in their approach with children.
· She has been instrumental in our school culture, student achievement, and staff support.
· She is definitely deserving of The Golden Apple.

Congratulations Nicole and thank you for all that you do! 👏

www.k12foundation.org

02/05/2026

Today the K-12 Foundation and local Community Sponsors had the honor to recognize the February recipient of the K-12 Foundation Golden Apple award at Smoketree Elementary School to Tawnya Hawkins.

Tawnya was chosen by her peers and here are some of the comments they wrote:

· Tawnya is always willing to step in and help in any situation. She’s helped with our MTSS process this year and helped with reading intervention. She willingly doubles up on PE classes when other specials have been cancelled.

· Coach stepped up to help with our MTSS and is always willing to take an extra class when another teacher's specials is canceled. She works hard and is a team player.

· She is always willing to help out even when she has many other tasks on her plate. She offered to take my class when my specials were cancelled so I could still have a prep!

· Coach Hawkins is a true team player! She dove into the MTSS process to help our students succeed and she continuously takes double classes for PE when another specials class is cancelled. Coach Hawkins has alleviated a lot of stress for Smoketree teachers by always being there to help us out when we need it the most

Thank you for all that you do Tawnya Hawkins!!! 👏👏

for more information go to www.k12foundation.org

01/30/2026

Congratulations to the January 2026 recipient at Oro Grande Classical Academy Tessa Chiesa !

The Sherry Dailey Golden Apple Award first began in 2012 and is awarded monthly during the school year to an exceptional certified teacher who demonstrates selfless dedication and excellence in their work. Each award recipient is chosen by the peers of their school.

The K-12 Foundation is joined by community members who share in the celebration. Alex and Cinda Ross State Farm Insurance, Shugrue’s Family of Restaurants, Anderson Auto Group, Small Cakes, College Street Brewery, Human Bean, Steven’s Tacos, Destination Havasu, Bliss Beauty Bar and Concord General Contracting. Each of these businesses provide gifts to the recipient as well as receiving a plaque from the K-12 Foundation in recognition of their achievement.

Here is what Tessa's peers said:

I am voting for Tessa because she is an exceptional physical education teacher who plays a vital role in our school community far beyond the gymnasium. While she promotes health, teamwork, and confidence through her PE classes, her impact reaches well outside that space.

Tessa consistently supports our students in every setting, always stepping in where help is needed and ensuring they feel encouraged and cared for. She selflessly covers duties, willingly takes on additional responsibilities, and never hesitates to help out when our staff needs support. Her positive attitude, reliability, and genuine commitment to our students make a noticeable difference every day.

Tessa’s dedication and excellence truly embody the spirit of this award, and she is more than deserving of this recognition.

Tessa is always putting others before herself. She makes PE engaging and really cares about student's well-being inside and outside of the classroom. Tessa is a kind coworker and she supports classroom teachers.

Tessa consistently maintains a positive attitude at school toward both students and staff. She willingly goes out of her way to cover classes when another specialist is absent, ensuring that students continue to receive all of their scheduled specials for the day. In addition, she is especially attentive to students who need extra support, offering help to those who are struggling or need assistance transitioning into the classroom. Her dedication and supportive nature make a meaningful difference in our school.

Tessa is always going above and beyond for the students and staff. She is always one of the first people to jump in and help around campus. She is amazing with the students. She has a high expectation for students and holds them to it. She is very well respected among staff and students. Students love her and I have never seen kids so excited to go to PE!

Congratulations Tessa Chiesa !

www.k12foundation.org

01/09/2026

The K-12 Foundation was proud to present 2 newly National Board Certified Teachers a check for $300.00 each to help with
the financial cost to achieve this distinction.

Congratulations to Aldrin Antonio and Hannah Towns for your accomplishment and joining this elite recognition!! 👏👏

The K-12 Foundation is a 501c3 non-profit organization that was founded in 2003. Over the past 22 years, the Foundation has raised close to $1 million dollars for which the funds are used to support initiatives across the district.
For more information on the K-12 Foundation go to www.k12foundation.org

Pictured from left the right: Carol Langford, Chair K-12 Foundation; Natalie Rodgers, K-12 Foundation Board Member; Aldrin Antonio, LHHS English teacher; Hannah Towns, Havasupai Elementary 1st grade teacher; Jamie Hammer, K-12 Foundation Board Member and Amy Sugamele, Treasurer K-12 Foundation Board Member.

12/04/2025

The K-12 Foundation is joined by community members who share in the celebration. Cinda and Alex Ross with State Farm Insurance, Shugrue’s Family of Restaurants, Anderson Auto Group, Small Cakes, College Street Brewery, Human Bean, Steven’s Tacos, Destination Havasu and Bliss Beauty Bar. Each of these businesses provide gifts to the recipient as well as receiving a plaque from the K-12 Foundation in recognition of their achievement.

Today we have the honor to recognize the December 2025 recipient of the K-12 Foundation Golden Apple at Nautilus Elementary School, Barbara Huntting!

Barbara not only runs a WONDERFUL music program here at Nautilus, but she also builds incredible relationships with students AND staff. She is a beautiful person inside and out. She helps create a positive school culture and is a blessing to our school, our students, and our community.

Barbara Huntting brings light and love to academics through music

Barbara is our extraordinary music teacher filled with creativity and a profound commitment. Barbara is truly passionate about teaching music. Her classroom is a place where children find joy, confidence, and their own unique voice.

Barbara sees the genius in every student. Last year, she expanded opportunities for students by facilitating a Drama Club, and this year she has poured her heart into starting a Bible Club, giving students another meaningful space to grow.

Above all, Barbara is one of the kindest and most humble people you will ever meet. She lifts others up and models genuine compassion every day. .

She truly is an example of what the Sherry Dailey Golden Apple award stands for.

Congratulations Barbara Huntting !!

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11/06/2025

Today we have the honor to recognize the November 2025 recipient of the K-12 Foundation Sherry Dailey Golden Apple Award at Lake Havasu High School.

Congratulations AL ANTONIO !! 🎉

Al was chosen by his peers to be recognized and here are some of the comments they wrote:

Al is an incredible teacher and advisor at Lake Havasu High School. He is involved in Key Club and the Educational tour group. He goes above and beyond at these duties. The Key Club has grown tremendously and Al make sure they understand the value of Community Service. Last year he had his students pen pal with students from the Philippines, to understand each others culture. It is very evident that Al cares about his students, our staff and administration at LHHS.

I want to recommend Al for this award in recognition of his outstanding dedication as both a teacher and a club leader. Al consistently goes above and beyond to inspire his students, creating a classroom environment that is engaging, supportive, and full of enthusiasm for learning. As a club leader, Al demonstrates exceptional leadership and creativity. He encourages every member to participate, share ideas, and develop new skills, fostering a true sense of community and teamwork. His commitment to helping students grow (both academically and personally) has had a lasting impact on everyone he works with!!!

Al is one of the friendliest people on campus. Every time I see him, he always has a smile and warm greeting. I know that he cares deeply about being an effective educator. He works NON-STOP to make LHHS a better place for students and staff. He is involved in multiple clubs, volunteers for just about everything, and is a phenomenal teacher on top of all that. Al can be seen at all school functions and fundraisers. Al is extremely deserving of this award and recognition. He goes WELL above and beyond. We are extremely lucky to have him.

Lake Havasu High School is grateful for all that Al does! 👏👏

Go to www.k12foundation.org for more information.

10/26/2025

Thank you all of the sponsors, restaurants, WAVE JTED Culinary, student volunteers and those who came out to support the event. Each of you are what made this fundraiser a success! Please be sure to support the restaurants that donated their time and food to the event. Stop by their business to enjoy a meal or dessert with some family and friends and give back to those that were so generous.

Please visit our website www.k12foundation.org to learn more and see how your support helps give bak to our schools and students in Lake Havasu City. Thank you.

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Lake Havasu City, AZ
86405

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http://K12Foundation.org/

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