Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Andrew Dawson was a beloved student at Bethany School and the son of one of our former heads of school and long-term administrators. Bethany was truly his home away from home, and he found joy in his time here. Unfortunately, Andrew passed away far too soon, but in his memory, the Dawson family launched a fund that will change lives for generations to come.
With the Andrew Dawson Financial Aid Fund, we can offer resources to families who might not otherwise be able to afford a Bethany School education. We believe that every child deserves an education that inspires them challenges them, and helps them grow into the best version of themselves.
Over the past decade, our amazing students have been enthusiastically participating in a wonderful walk/run event, known as the Andrew Dawson Walk-A-Thon, raising funds for financial aid. This spring, we are refreshing our event, but are keeping the mission the same – to raise funds for financial aid and honor the life of former Bethany student, Andrew Dawson.
Wednesday, March 19th, we will be holding the Glow Run for Andrew Dawson with the goal of raising $40,000 for financial aid.
We need our students’ help!
The $40,000 this year to go directly to student financial aid is very ambitious. While this is a large number, if we split it amongst our entire enrollment our fundraising challenge per student is $235.
Through the help and support of their friends and family, we are asking our students to seek out sponsorships for the walking they will be doing at this event, using an online system called MyBooster. For those who participated last year, this is the same online platform.
For more information on MyBooster, for step-by-step instructions of the registration process and how to share this opportunity with all of the special people in your student’s life, please click on the link the following link: MyBooster Overview.
Who could they ask to sponsor?
Parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, neighbors, friends-anyone who would want to see your child be successful in his or her fundraising goals!
Timeline
Our fundraising website is live now! Students can seek support through Monday, March 31st to take advantage of possible spring break visits with friends and relatives. However, certain prizes have fundraising goals have specific achievement dates-please see below!
T-shirts
Every student will receive a special t-shirt to wear on the day of the event-free of charge!
Prizes!
We want to reward our students for all of their hard work with the following prizes:
All other prizes will be determined based on funds raised by Monday, March 31st, unless otherwise noted.
Grand Prize: Principal for the Day
The top fundraising student(s) will shadow Ms. Fidler & Mr. Heybruch, get to make announcements over the PA, plan a lunch menu with Miss Patti, visit the classrooms, give out Bethany swag & help teach a class!
This will take place in April after spring break.
*In the event of a tie, multiple students will get to participate.
Out-of-Uniform Prize: Earn up to 7 days!
Our goal this year is to have every student raise at least $235. Students can earn a total of 7 out-of-uniform days if this goal is reached by the end of the school day on Friday, March 7th.
Students who reach their goal after this date will still receive anywhere from 1 to 6 days.
Students will receive a special pass once eligible, and teachers will be informed.
Potential out-of-uniform Dates for students who qualify are Monday, March 10th-Friday, March 14th, Monday, March 17th, and Tuesday, March 18th.
Class Choice Party Prize: Donuts? Pizza? Ice Cream? You decide!
The class who raises the most money will get to choose a special food party as a prize for their hard work! Possible opportunities include donuts, pizza, Crumbl Cookies, Nothing Bundt Cakes etc. This will take place in April after spring break.
Triple Recess: Work hard so you can play hard!
If we reach our goal of $40,000 by Monday, March 31st, all of our students will earn a special day of triple recess, to take place in April after spring break.
Frequently Asked Questions
My student participated last year. Can we use the same account?
Yes! As long as you log in with the same email address you can access and use the same account. Password recovery assistance is available if neeed. Please visit www.mybooster.com and select “Login,” then follow all instructions.
Is it possible for someone to just make a general gift to the financial aid fund?
Yes! Simply scroll down this page to the “Donate to the Financial Aid Fund” to make a gift online.
Do all contributions need to be made online?
Yes. We want all gifts to come in through MyBooster via credit card. If you have a situation that possibly involves cash or check, please contact Mark Phair at phair@bethanyschool.org.
Why are we doing a Glow Run again this year? Will we be doing the Glow Run event format indefinitely into the future?
Plans, logistics, and agreements were in place to hold the same event format for 2025 after last year’s Glow Run.
After this year’s event, we will begin plans for 2026 and beyond, which includes a thorough assessment of the current format and whether a better option exists for the future. We want to ensure that this event remains fresh and exciting for our students and families to keep enthusiasm strong!
We will be building a parents and friends committee to help navigate the future of this event after 2025. If you would be interested in being part of this team, please contact Mark Phair at phair@bethanyschool.org.
Questions?
Please contact Mark Phair at phair@bethanyschool.org or call at 513-432-3486.
Donate to the Financial Aid Fund
You can empower even more students to thrive at Bethany School by donating today. Your generosity will provide a student with an exceptional education to children in Cincinnati, and ensure that Bethany School continues to be a beloved community where all members thrive.
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