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Class of 1974 donates four $800 checks; board accepts gift and discusses earmarked account
Summary
The board accepted four checks (reported as $800 each) from the Class of 1974 to help students in need and discussed creating a dedicated account so future class donations are tracked and used as donors intend.
The Siren School District board on Monday accepted four checks from the Class of 1974, each reported as $800, that donors designated to assist students in need. A district official told the board the donors were "very very adamant and very emotional" about directing the funds to students who need help.
Board members discussed options for handling recurring class donations, including creating a dedicated activity or "angel" account so future gifts are clearly tracked and applied to the intended purpose rather than the district's general fund. The district clerk said she would work with the district office to document the gift and send thank‑you letters.
A motion to accept the donation (recorded as a single donation by the Class of 1974 rather than separate checks) was moved and seconded; the board voted in favor. Members suggested bringing the idea of a designated account to committee for review so the public can see that the funds are used as donors intended.
Next steps: the district will accept the donation formally, prepare donor acknowledgement, and explore establishing an earmarked account or fiscal agent arrangement for similar future gifts.
