Event Information
Thursday, October 29, 2026
7:00 - 9:00 am
Olathe Conference Center at Embassy Suites
Presented by:
Join us as we celebrate the achievements and future plans of USD 232 to ELEVATE! our students and their futures! Mick Shaffer, KSHB 41 sports director, and USD 232 proud parent will once again be our host.
Superintendent Dr. Cory Gibson will provide you with an informative update as the district enters the new school year and plans for improvements based on the school bond issue approved by voters this past spring.
The Foundation will be sharing highlights from last year's plan of work and our exciting plans for the current school year.
New this year! One live auction item, a culinary masterpiece, donated by our very own Dr. Cory Gibson!
Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the 8th annual USD 232 Education Foundation ELEVATE! Breakfast, a signature fundraising event supporting USD 232 students and the ELEVATE! grant program.
Be sure to register by Thursday, October 20. Check payment is preferred to avoid credit card fees and help with event expenses.
Please provide your guest names by Friday, October 23.
Thank you to our current sponsors:
AdventHealth - New!
A.L. Huber - Returning!
Alcove Development - New!
Arvest Bank - Returning!
Astra Enterprise Park - INNOVATION - New!
Azura Credit Union - Returning!
Kristen Blackton - New!
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City - Returning!
Capitol Federal - New!
Alvie Cater - Returning!
CBIZ - New!
City of De Soto - Returning!
City of Lenexa - Returning!
Kristi and John Cooper - New!
Delta Dental of Kansas - Returning!
De Soto Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development Council - New!
Digital Realty - MASTERPIECES IN THE MAKING - New!
Garmin - New!
Dr. Cory Gibson - Returning!
Geiger Ready-Mix - INNOVATION - New!
Grata Development - Returning!
Erin and Gavin Guest - Returning!
Hershey - New!
HTK Architects - Returning!
JE Dunn - Returning!
Johnson County Community College Foundation - Returning!
Johnson County Park and Recreation District - New!
Lenexa Chamber of Commerce - New!
Lure Creative Digital Marketing - Returning!
McElhaney Payne Family - New!
Erica Minton - New!
Susan Mohn - Returning!
Nabholz Construction - Returning!
Neighbors Construction Company - INNOVATION - Returning!
Newkirk Novak Construction Partners - Returning!
NextEra Energy Resources - New!
Olathe Chamber of Commerce - New!
Panasonic Energy - PRESENTING - Returning!
Philhour Designs - New!
Quest Diagnostics - New!
Select One Security - New!
Shawnee Chamber of Commerce - Returning!
Smith & Boucher - New!
Turner Construction - Returning!
INNOVATION SPONSOR
The USD 232 Education Foundation's mission is "To enhance educational excellence by connecting community resources through collaboration, recognition, and innovative partnerships." We work to engage the entire USD 232 community in philanthropic giving that strengthens schools, supports teachers, and inspires students.
Event Information
Thursday, October 29, 2026
7:00 - 9:00 am
Olathe Conference Center at Embassy Suites
Presented by:
Join us as we celebrate the achievements and future plans of USD 232 to ELEVATE! our students and their futures! Mick Shaffer, KSHB 41 sports director, and USD 232 proud parent will once again be our host.
Superintendent Dr. Cory Gibson will provide you with an informative update as the district enters the new school year and plans for improvements based on the school bond issue approved by voters this past spring.
The Foundation will be sharing highlights from last year's plan of work and our exciting plans for the current school year.
New this year! One live auction item, a culinary masterpiece, donated by our very own Dr. Cory Gibson!
Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the 8th annual USD 232 Education Foundation ELEVATE! Breakfast, a signature fundraising event supporting USD 232 students and the ELEVATE! grant program.
Be sure to register by Thursday, October 20. Check payment is preferred to avoid credit card fees and help with event expenses.
Please provide your guest names by Friday, October 23.
Thank you to our current sponsors:
AdventHealth - New!
A.L. Huber - Returning!
Alcove Development - New!
Arvest Bank - Returning!
Astra Enterprise Park - INNOVATION - New!
Azura Credit Union - Returning!
Kristen Blackton - New!
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City - Returning!
Capitol Federal - New!
Alvie Cater - Returning!
CBIZ - New!
City of De Soto - Returning!
City of Lenexa - Returning!
Kristi and John Cooper - New!
Delta Dental of Kansas - Returning!
De Soto Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development Council - New!
Digital Realty - MASTERPIECES IN THE MAKING - New!
Garmin - New!
Dr. Cory Gibson - Returning!
Geiger Ready-Mix - INNOVATION - New!
Grata Development - Returning!
Erin and Gavin Guest - Returning!
Hershey - New!
HTK Architects - Returning!
JE Dunn - Returning!
Johnson County Community College Foundation - Returning!
Johnson County Park and Recreation District - New!
Lenexa Chamber of Commerce - New!
Lure Creative Digital Marketing - Returning!
McElhaney Payne Family - New!
Erica Minton - New!
Susan Mohn - Returning!
Nabholz Construction - Returning!
Neighbors Construction Company - INNOVATION - Returning!
Newkirk Novak Construction Partners - Returning!
NextEra Energy Resources - New!
Olathe Chamber of Commerce - New!
Panasonic Energy - PRESENTING - Returning!
Philhour Designs - New!
Quest Diagnostics - New!
Select One Security - New!
Shawnee Chamber of Commerce - Returning!
Smith & Boucher - New!
Turner Construction - Returning!
INNOVATION SPONSOR
The USD 232 Education Foundation's mission is "To enhance educational excellence by connecting community resources through collaboration, recognition, and innovative partnerships." We work to engage the entire USD 232 community in philanthropic giving that strengthens schools, supports teachers, and inspires students.