A foundation created in 1999 by alumni, patrons and other friends united by a desire to support and encourage education in the Asotin-Anatone School District.

Goals of the Foundation

1. Expand the existing scholarship program for high school seniors.
2. Make cash grants available to teachers or interested citizens to assist in extending and enhancing student learning opportunities.
3. Honor certified teachers in the Asotin-Anatone School District through the Beatrice Taplin Excellence in Teaching Award.
4. Provide scholarships for Asotin-Anatone graduates who are pursuing a career in education through the Effie Curry Boak Scholarship Fund.

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AAEF
P.O. Box 334
Asotin, WA 99402

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Asotin-Anatone Education Foundation Board

Officers

• President-Ken Weiss
• Vice-President-John Giardinelli
• Secretary-Suzy Cowdrey
• Treasurer-Denise Simpson

AAEF Board Members

• Suzy Cowdrey
• Steve Englehorn
• John Giardinelli
• Ashlee Heger
• Josie Johnsen
• Daelynn Knoll
• Brandon Lathrop
• Jenna Lathrop
• Rachel Leister
• Tara Pederson
• Kerry Sanford
• Denise Simpson
• Theresa Trimmell
• Ken Weiss

2025 Taplin Winner

• Tara Pederson

2025 Scholarship Winners

• Cooper Thomas
• Peter Eggleston
• Alice Higgins
• Kelsey Thummel
• O’Rhea Duhman