

ABOUT US
Our goal is simple: to support students and teachers in the Duncanville Independent School District.
The Duncanville ISD Education Foundation was founded in 1996 by community leaders and educators.
School Board member Jim Bilhartz envisioned the formation of the Foundation and the mission it would carry out. He and many others were instrumental in the design and the realization of his dream. The DEF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization governed by an all-volunteer Board of Directors.
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Since we opened our doors in 1996, the Education Foundation has funded over $1 million in innovative teaching grants to Duncanville teachers. In 2020, the Education Foundation donated $100,000 to the district specifically to help fund devices for students to use for virtual learning during the pandemic. These devices are still in use and will continue to be used by students moving forward.
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Our fund-raising efforts continue year-round. Needs of Duncanville students and teachers continue year-round. Through partnerships of corporations, local businesses, and the community, the DEF will work tirelessly to help Duncanville ISD meet the needs.
2023 Executive Board
President:
Dr. Mike Miner
Vice-President:
Earle Jones, III
Vice-President:
Amy Lott
Vice-President:
Bryan Kaeser
Secretary:
Julie Minialoff
Treasurer:
Debbie Lively
2023 Board of Directors
Class of 2023
VaLois Hounsel
Bryan Kaeser
Karla Mach - Alumni
Hector Sanchez
Rick Smith
Tiffiney Wyatt
Class of 2024
Sheila Casey
Mike Chrietzberg
Carla Fahey
Debbie Lively
Mike Miner
Marcus Turner
Joe Veracruz
Class of 2025
Karen Contreras
Earle Jones, III
Amy Lott
Michael Newman
Julie Minialoff
Rob Minialoff
Jennifer Pennebaker
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Ex Officio
Dr. Marc Smith
Cassandra Phillips