Ann Vernon In the ’80s I remember loving Whitney Houston’s version of “I believe that children are our future. Treat them well and let them lead the way.” Perhaps the reason those words resonated with me is because I was an educator, and that was my job—to teach them well and let them lead the…
You Are Invited to a Special House Concert Mary Jo Bellner Swartzberg November is the perfect time of the year to sit on a patio, have wonderful hors d’oeuvres, sip on an adult beverage, and listen to Randall Dighton perform music from popular movies and Broadway musicals. With more than 60 years of performing, Randall…
What Do You Know About Making Wine? Ann Vernon Maybe not as much as you think! Recently, eight guests were treated to an incredible immersion into the world of wine by David and Kathleen Eaton, owners of a boutique winery located in The Preserve. The Eatons, formerly from Seattle, walked their guests through the entire…
Celebrating 10 Years of the Oracle Schools Foundation Ann Vernon Ten years ago the Oracle Schools Foundation (OSF) became a 501(c)(3) charitable organization whose mission was to provide educational opportunities to students at the Mountain Vista School in Oracle, with free preschool to 3- and 4-year-olds being our priority. And provide we have! Thanks to…
Oracle Schools Foundation Concert at SaddleBrooke Ranch a Sellout! Ranch Residents Donna Pedota, OSF President, and Dale Farland, Vice President, and Joy Hellard, Board Member Thank you! The Oracle Schools Foundation (OSF) held a sold-out benefit concert on Feb. 6 featuring local Tucson Band CS&M (Coy, Serres, and Murphy) at the Ranch Ballroom. It was…
Where It Began? The Oracle School Foundation Celebrates Its Ten-Year Anniversary! Ann Vernon, Foundation Board Member “Where it began, I can’t begin to know when, but then I know it’s growing strong,” sang Neil Diamond in his epic song “Sweet Caroline.” Unlike the famous singer, those responsible for forming the Oracle Schools Foundation knew exactly…
Ann Vernon Twelve guests (including myself) were treated to an incredible immersion into the world of wine by David and Kathleen Eaton, owners of a boutique winery located in the Preserve. The Eatons, formerly from Seattle, walked us through the entire operation as we sipped on a Petite Verdot and a Syrah in their casita.…
Celebrating Our Success! Ann Vernon Members of the Oracle Schools Foundation Spring Fling Gala planning committee met at the home of Ann and Nile Vernon to celebrate a successful event that raised over $65,000 to help support kindergarten prep and related educational programs in the Mountain Vista School District in Oracle. This has been our…
An Opportunity to Help and Enjoy a Fun Event D. Pedota and D. Farland, President and Vice President of Oracle Schools Foundation On March 10, the Oracle Schools Foundation held their annual Gala banquet and various Auctions. We had 270 people in attendance. One of the main fundraising goals of the Gala is to pay…
Ann Vernon Mark Sunday, March 10, on your calendar now! You won’t want to miss the Oracle Schools Foundation (OSF) Spring Fling Gala/Auction because: 1. The Foundation supports the Kinder Prep (preschool) program in Oracle and you believe that early childhood education is the key to success later in life. 2. You agree with and…