Phi Sigma Sigma Foundation
Who is the Phi Sigma Sigma Foundation partnered with?
The Kids in Need Foundation
What is the #1 most requested school supply for students?
Pencils
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What percentage of teachers purchase classroom supplies with their personal funds?
99%
How many students are enrolled in the federal governments free/reduced lunch program?
30 Million
What percentage did school attendance increase when students had access to school supplies?
47%
What year was the Phi Sigma Sigma Foundation incorporated?
November 15, 1969
What percentage of students start their first day of school without all their necessary supplies?
91%
What percentage of teachers spent between one and two full paychecks a year on school supplies?
94%
How many children live below the poverty line?
15 million
What percentage or educators reported an increase in student preparedness when their students had access to school supplies?
91%
In its first year, how much did the Phi Sigma Sigma Foundation award in scholarships and educational grants?
$2,000
What percentage of students run out of school supplies by the second semester?
94%
On average, how much money do teachers spend on their classrooms?
$479
How many students have no access to Internet at home?
What percentage or educators reported an increase in class participation when their students had access to school supplies?
83%
Who was the first chair of the Phi Sigma Sigma Foundation?
Ilene Olansky (Zeta '52)
What percentage of students do not have adequate supplies at home to complete school work?
92%
What subject did teachers rank as requiring the most school supplies?
Literacy Education
What ethnic group of students is most heavily impacted by the digital divide?
American Indian & Alaska Native (37%)
What percentage or educators reported an increase in student self esteem when their students had access to school supplies?
78%
What is the mission statement of the Phi Sigma Sigma Foundation?
Cultivate relationships, secure and provide financial resources for Phi Sigma Sigma sisters to achieve excellence, impact their communities, and change the world
Per year, what is the estimated cost for elementary school supplies, extracurricular fees, and technology?
$1,017
What nontraditional school supply are teachers in need of?
Hygiene/Personal Care Items
What percentage of children raised in poverty do not finish high school?
30%
What percentage or educators reported that access to school supplies is critical in creating a more equal learning environment to all students?
95%