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Celebrating What We Make Possible – Together

April 29, 2026
On April 13th, LEAF 742 gathered donors, volunteers, supporters, and friends at the St. Cloud Country Club for an evening that felt equal parts celebration and gratitude, with every moment grounded in access and opportunities for District 742 students. The LEAF Celebration and Awards was a chance to pause and take in what this community has made possible…
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Community Generosity Powers $27,390 in Spring Grants for District 742 Students

April 20, 2026
The LEAF 742 Education Foundation is proud to announce the successful completion of its 2026 spring grant cycle, awarding funds to enhance extracurricular (after-school) activities within District 742. Sixteen grants, totaling $27,390, were awarded to a variety of athletic teams and activity clubs across middle and high schools. “Our spring activities gran…
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Kids feel connected when engaged in activities & sports

March 31, 2026
This year LEAF is featuring blogs from our Board members and volunteers sharing why they give their time and talents in service to District 742 students. Today’s blog is from Renè Knippel, a member of our LEAF Board. I joined the Local Education & Activities Foundation (LEAF) in 2024 because I care deeply about building strong, enriched communities and…
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What a responsibility! What a job!

March 13, 2026
 This year LEAF is featuring blogs from our Board members and volunteers sharing why they give their time and talents in service to District 742 students. Today’s blog is from Mark Thelen, a member of our LEAF Board. As a member of the PR committee, I am involved particularly in designing our mailings. You like? At this moment in early March, I am immerse…
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I’m so glad that now I am a part of LEAF

March 4, 2026
This year LEAF will feature blogs from our Board members and volunteers sharing why they give their time and talents in service to District 742 students. Today’s blog is from Sharon Botz, our LEAF Bookkeeper and Board Member. I encountered LEAF while my daughters were a part of the “Night of the Stars” event in their Junior High and High School Careers.  L…
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Thoughtful Stewardship and Care

February 12, 2026
This year LEAF is featuring blogs from our Board members and volunteers sharing why they give their time and talents in service to District 742 students. Today’s blog is from Beth Fenstad, our LEAF Board Vice President. After 32 years teaching at Tech High School I’m a Tiger through and through, with orange and black running through my veins. But my allegi…
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