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On July 1, PENCIL will welcome a new class of board members as well as a new slate of board officers for the 2024/25 program year. Building on continued growth at PENCIL, the new cohort complements their fellow industry leaders in delivering PENCIL’s vision to create a world in which MNPS students and teachers have equitable access to resources and opportunities. Read more!

The 20th anniversary of A Little Night of Music was our best yet! More than 400 guests gathered at the Grand Ole Opry House to enjoy specialty cocktails and tasty food truck fare before finding their seats on the stage. Anticipation for this always sold-out event ran exceptionally high, and months of speculation came to an extremely satisfying end when Creative Artists Agency, our Presenting Sponsor and event founder, revealed the identities of the two surprise performers. Read more.

April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month, and we at PENCIL are truly grateful for every Partner, business, and individual who chooses to share their time, talent, and treasure with us. You make an impact in the lives of thousands of Metro students every year.

One person who singlehandedly influenced the lives of more than 1,000 students is Dana Morrow. He managed Stansell Electric’s PENCIL Partnership from 2014 to 2023, and during those years, he committed countless hours to mentoring students. Now retired, he continues to volunteer in the DG PENCIL Box and through events posted to PENCIL Connect. Read more.

Anticipation is running extraordinarily high for this year’s A Little Night of Music. When we return to the Grand Ole Opry House on Wednesday, April 24, it will mark the 20th anniversary of PENCIL’s signature fundraiser. And Creative Artists Agency, our Presenting Sponsor and founder of this special event, is only intensifying the excitement by keeping the performer’s identity an absolute secret from everyone, even PENCIL!

So, while we all wait with bated breath to see who will show up on the Opry stage, we want to introduce you to our amazing co-chairs – Kfir Alexandroni, Kia Goodwin, and Ana Schwager. Read more.

Thank you for supporting PENCIL’s Cabaret Night fundraiser honoring Angie Adams on Saturday evening. We were thrilled to celebrate Angie with everyone – those who braved the chilly weather and those who sent warm wishes from afar.

For a recap of the event (photos, videos, etc.), visit here.