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A collection of the most recent news, announcements, and stories from across the Coalition.

March 17, 2026

4th Annual Evening of Education Champions Celebrates Future Educators and Raises More Than $60k for Scholarship Fund

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Newsletters and Articles

Highlights, recaps, and key takeaways from our events, showcasing their impact on students and educators.

November 25, 2024

Cocktails for a Cause Raises $15k for Palm Project

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October 1, 2024

2024 Annual Report

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August 22, 2024

Vocational Scholarship Endowment to benefit Career and Technical Education students

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July 20, 2024

GRITC: Annual Peer to Peer Professional Development for Educators

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May 16, 2024

Baldwin County Public Schools Award $62,000 in Scholarships

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April 19, 2024

Larson Named 2024 Secondary Teacher of the Year

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April 19, 2024

Stanton Named 2024 Elementary Teacher of the Year

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February 11, 2024

Education Champions Event Raises $50,000 for Scholarships

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November 7, 2023

A Mission of Love – Shirlee’s Kids Foundation Contributes $10,000 to Palm Project

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November 6, 2023

Education Coalition’s Palm Project Selected as 1 of 5 Impact 100 Grant Recipients

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October 3, 2023

2023 Annual Report

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September 25, 2023

11 Years of Golf Raises $293,375 for Education

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Official announcements and statements shared with the public and media.

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Baldwin Education Coalition Unveils Refreshed Brand and New Website

A new look for the same mission, reflecting 15 years of impact and a renewed commitment to public education in Baldwin County. The Baldwin Education Coalition has unveiled a refreshed brand identity and redesigned website, marking a new chapter in the organization’s continued work to support students, empower educators, and strengthen public education across Baldwin County. The new look reflects where the Coalition is today, 15 years after formally becoming a nonprofit organi

Terry Burkle

Sep 304 min read

14th Annual Golf Classic Continues Tradition of Supporting Education Across Baldwin County

FAIRHOPE, Alabama — The Baldwin Education Coalition partnered with Baldwin County Sewer Service to host the 14th Annual Golf Classic on September 10 at Rock Creek Golf Club in Fairhope, continuing a longstanding tradition of bringing the community together to support public education across Baldwin County. This year’s sold-out tournament welcomed 36 teams and 120 participants for an afternoon of friendly competition, community connection and fundraising for education. The 202

Terry Burkle

Sep 182 min read

2026 Annual Report

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Sep 150 min read

Community Partners Help Palm Project Start the School Year Strong

This summer, businesses, organizations, churches and volunteers across Baldwin County came together to support Palm Project and help make sure students began the new school year with the essential items they need to succeed. The Baldwin County Education Coalition is grateful to Ashurst Niemeyer Real Estate, Ascend Performance Materials, Baldwin EMC, Collins Aerospace, Krewe of Serendipity, Mingledorff’s and Fairhope St. James Episcopal for hosting supply drives and collecting

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Aug 292 min read

News From The Coalition - August 2026

A New School Year Is Underway In Baldwin County! The 2026–2027 school year is officially here, and classrooms across Baldwin County are once again filled with learning, connection, new opportunities, and big possibilities.

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Aug 250 min read

PenAir Credit Union Donates $10,799.86 to Support Baldwin County Education

PenAir Credit Union presented $10,799.86 to the Baldwin County Education Coalition through its ShareIT Accounts program, continuing its support of public education and students throughout Baldwin County. Through ShareIT, PenAir members help generate funds that are reinvested into local nonprofit organizations and community initiatives. This year’s contribution to the Coalition will support educational programs and initiatives that strengthen classrooms, support educators and

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Aug 81 min read

United Bank Charitable Foundation Donates $5,000 to Support Palm Project

The United Bank Charitable Foundation has donated $5,000 to the Baldwin County Education Coalition in support of Palm Project, helping provide essential resources to students across Baldwin County Public Schools. Palm Project is a county-wide initiative that helps ensure every public school care closet is stocked with items students may need throughout the school year, including school supplies, hygiene products, clothing, individually packaged snacks and other basic necessit

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Aug 61 min read

Baldwin EMC Supports Palm Project Through Launch Into Learning Supply Drive

Baldwin EMC helped Baldwin County students prepare for the new school year by hosting its Launch Into Learning school supply drive over the summer in support of the Baldwin County Education Coalition’s Palm Project. Thanks to the generosity of Baldwin EMC employees, members and community supporters, donated school supplies were delivered to the Palm Project warehouse ahead of the start of the school year. Palm Project works with Baldwin County Public Schools to help ensure sc

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Aug 51 min read

Mingledorff’s Supports Baldwin County Students Through Palm Project Supply Drive

Mingledorff’s helped Baldwin County students start the school year ready to learn by hosting a school supply drive benefiting the Baldwin County Education Coalition’s Palm Project. Through the generosity of Mingledorff’s and everyone who contributed to the drive, essential school supplies were collected to support students across Baldwin County Public Schools. Palm Project works to ensure students have access to the tangible resources they need to participate fully in the cla

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Aug 41 min read

GRITC 2026: Learning, Innovating and Preparing for What’s Next

Baldwin County Public Schools and the Baldwin County Education Coalition once again brought educators together for the annual Gulf Regional Innovative Teaching Conference (GRITC), held July 13–15 at Fairhope Middle School. More than 750 educators attended this year’s three-day conference, spending the week learning from one another, exploring emerging technology, discovering new teaching strategies, and gathering practical ideas they can take back to their classrooms when stu

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Jul 184 min read

2025-2026 Palm Project Annual Report

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Jun 130 min read

2nd Annual Charity Chukkers Polo Event Raises $46,400 for Palm Project

The Baldwin County Education Coalition hosted its 2nd Annual Charity Chukkers Polo Event on Saturday, May 2, at February Farm in Fairhope, raising $46,400 in support of Palm Project. Presented by Shirlee’s Kids Charitable Foundation, the event welcomed 194 attendees for an afternoon of polo, philanthropy, and community celebration. Guests enjoyed an exciting polo match, delicious lunch, tailgating, networking, raffles, giveaways, and a shared commitment to supporting students

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May 152 min read

Baldwin County Education Coalition Celebrates $81,000 in 2026 Scholarship Awards

The Baldwin County Education Coalition joined Baldwin County Public Schools, community partners, families and supporters at Baldwin Preparatory Academy to celebrate the 2026 recipients of the Baldwin Proud Future Teacher Scholarship and JLS International Vocational Scholarship programs. For the first time, recipients from both scholarship programs were recognized together at one combined banquet, celebrating students preparing to become Baldwin County’s future educators as we

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May 83 min read

Education Coalition and Baldwin County Public Schools Celebrate Teachers of the Year

The Baldwin County Education Coalition proudly hosted the 2025–2026 Teacher of the Year Banquet, bringing together educators, district leadership, elected officials, and community partners for an evening dedicated to honoring excellence in education. Held at the Grand Hotel in Point Clear, the event celebrated the outstanding individuals who make a lasting impact in classrooms across Baldwin County. “The Teacher of the Year Banquet is one of the most meaningful nights of the

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Mar 314 min read

4th Annual Evening of Education Champions Celebrates Future Educators and Raises More Than $60k for Scholarship Fund

FAIRHOPE, Ala. — On Friday, February 27, 2026, 300 guests gathered at The Venue in downtown Fairhope for the sold out 4th Annual Evening of Education Champions, raising $62,929 to support scholarships for future educators. Attendees enjoyed an evening of food, refreshments, live music, networking,…

Terry Burkle

Mar 172 min read

News From The Coalition - February 2026

An Evening of Education Champions returns, our newest Coalition Board Members, save the dates, and more!

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Feb 130 min read

2025 Annual Report

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Oct 2, 20250 min read

GRITC 2025: Investing in Educators and Inspiring Innovation

Baldwin County Public Schools and the Baldwin County Education Coalition proudly hosted the 2025 Gulf Regional Innovative Teaching Conference (GRITC) on July 21, 22, and 23, at Fairhope Middle school, welcoming educators from across Baldwin County, the state of Alabama, and the Gulf Coast Region….

Terry Burkle

Jul 25, 20252 min read

$10,000 in Scholarships Awarded by the JLS International Vocational Scholarship Endowment Fund

On Thursday, May 8th, the Baldwin County Education Coalition proudly honored the 2025 recipients of the JLS International Vocational Scholarship at a special reception. This year, $10,000 in scholarships were awarded to 10 deserving students pursuing high-demand technical careers. This year’s scholarship recipients are: Baldwin Prep…

Terry Burkle

May 9, 20251 min read

Baldwin Proud Future Teacher Program Awards $58,000 in Scholarships

On May 7th, the Baldwin County Education Coalition proudly presented the fifth annual Baldwin Proud Future Teacher Scholarships at a special ceremony held at Baldwin Preparatory Academy. Surrounded by family, educators, and community supporters, this year’s awards celebrated an inspiring group of future educators. A total…

Terry Burkle

May 8, 20252 min read