It will be Friday, May 11, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. (doors open) until approximately 9:00 p.m. in the IPFW’s International Ballroom (Walb Student Union)
This year’s keynote speaker will be Astronaut Alan Bean, 4th man to walk on the Moon, US Navy Captain (retired) and an amazing artist. Captain Bean is a fascinating individual and a tremendous motivational speaker. Alan Bean has had a fascinating career: he was an aeronautical engineer, naval aviator, astronaut, and is now an accomplished artist creating the first paintings of a world other than our planet Earth by an artist that has actually been there. As Apollo XII Lunar Module Pilot, Captain Alan Bean became the fourth man to set foot on the Moon. As Spacecraft Commander of the second manned Skylab Mission, he lived 59 days in space – 270 miles above Earth! His crew accomplished 150% of their pre-mission goals, a record that has not been surpassed before or since. During his career as an Astronaut, Captain Bean helped establish 11 world records in aeronautics and space. Astronaut Bean left the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in 1981 to paint his experiences, and those of his fellow Apollo astronauts.
The East Allen County Schools Educational Foundation invited Captain Bean to be our keynote speaker because he is an extraordinary person and because he is one of those people who do so many things that go under the proverbial radar – out of sight of most to see – helping others attain their goals. Many accomplishments have occurred because of Captain Bean’s efforts and he continues to inspire the next generation of astronauts, scientists, artists, pilots, and explorers. Captain Bean inspires others to see what they can do – helping to push them a little closer toward achieving their dreams.
Another extraordinary fact is that of the 12 people who have walked on the Moon, only Astronaut Alan Bean holds the title of an acclaimed artist.
To help the Foundation generate financial support to continue assisting students and staff, the EACS EF will auction fantastic packages to raise funds; including, Kennedy Space Center tickets, as well as 3-day/2-night certificates for the Grand Hotel (Mackinac Island, MI), Holiday World passes, Perfect North Slopes passes, Zulu Nyala (South African safari) package, Peg Perego, DeBrand Chocolate tours, numerous gift cards, passes and many, many more fantastic items generously donated by community supporters.
The Foundation appreciates our lead sponsors: Pepsi, Parkview Health, Physicians Health Plan, BAE Systems, ONI Risk Partners and 1st Source Bank. In addition, we thank our additional sponsors: First Merchants Bank, Martin Riley, Etica Group, Faegre Baker Daniels, Barton Coe Vilamaa, SDI LaFarga, LLC, OmniSource, Rea Magnet Wire Company, NIPSCO, NewAllen Alliance, Perry Pro Tech, Purdue University Fort Wayne, Ruble Truck Sales, Stoops Quality Trailer, Orchid Events & Catering, and Moake Park Group.
Proceeds from our event will support the EACS Foundation’s Dual Credit / Collegiate Connection program and provide EACS Teachers of the Year recipients with mini-grants. The Dual Credit / Collegiate Connection program reimburses EACS juniors and seniors who successfully complete college credits while still enrolled at an East Allen County Schools’ high school, and 1,300+ East Allen County Schools (EACS) Juniors and Seniors have benefited from this program since it began.
RSVPs are required for this dinner/auction event at IPFW’s (International Ballroom) Walb Student Union. Contact Rose Fritzinger (EACS Foundation Director) by email rfritzinger@eacs.k12.in.us or by telephone (260/446- 0135) as the deadline to RSVP is Noon on April 20, 2018 – seating is limited.
On behalf of the EACS Educational Foundation board members, our EACS students and EACS staff, we appreciate all who help make our Foundation’s efforts such a fantastic success!
