The Atlanta Education Foundation held its annual fundraiser, Blue Jeans & Bling, on February 12 at the Crossties Event Center. Presenting sponsors of the event were State Bank and the Tony Buzbee Law Firm. Approximately 275 people attended the event, including community members, local business sponsors, AISD administrative staff, and the AEF board of directors. Tacos 4 Life catered the event, and this partnership provided 600 meals to hungry children. A silent auction was held, along with a Diamond Raffle donated by Micah’s Jewelers, and a Card Raffle with prizes from Flint’s Furniture and Price Hardware. A live auction was held by auctioneer Shelby Crump. Musical entertainment was provided by Lane Bricker, along with MC and DJ Shannon Jones. Pre-party hor d’oeuvres were catered by Jodi Garrison, Kelly Joslin and Holly Primrose.

A nonprofit organization, the Atlanta Education Foundation was formed in 2010. A diverse group of women and men of all ages and backgrounds, each volunteer brings their own set of talents, perspective, knowledge and skills to the table. The goal of the group is to enrich teaching, inspire learning, and enhance opportunities to meet the mission of excellence in education for all Atlanta ISD students.