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The Junior Board is a youth service opportunity developed to promote the function and growth of Noggin Educational Foundation. The service experience will be designed in such a way that the youth involved will develop leadership and professional skills, network and make connections, and enhance their resumes through service and volunteerism. Junior Board The Junior Board (JB) is a youth service opportunity developed to promote the function and growth of Noggin Educational Foundation. The experience is designed to help youth ages 13-17 develop leadership and professional skills, network and make connections, and enhance their resumes through service and volunteerism. Members engage in vital work that supports the mission of NEF and help spread awareness to key stakeholders (schools, parents, volunteers, donors, and community partners). Membership benefits include: Exciting Opportunities Mentoring by business professionals Earn community service hours Learn professional etiquette Learn about nonprofit executive board membership Attend a NEF Executive Board meeting Receive public recognition of membership Potential for letters of recommendation Collaborate with the CEO and Executive Board of Directors Present the Junior Board opportunity to key community stakeholders Development of important professional skills Administrative Time management and organization Networking Critical thinking Fundraising Communication Public speaking Teamwork Development of critical leadership traits: Grit A Growth Mindset Problem-solving Strategic thinking Apply To inquire about serving on our Junior Board contact us at: admin@nogginfoundation.org Junior Board Dues

Our core beliefs and values guide us as we seek to fullfill our mission to close the achievement gap. Core Beliefs and Values Our core beliefs and values guide us as we seek to realize our vision of erasing the achievement gap, empowering every student to reach their full potential. Core Beliefs ● Each of us was created in the image of God and are on equal footing with one-another. ● If you’re building relationships, you’re doing it right. ● Our students are the future. Our goal is to impact and equip them to make their street, their neighborhood, their city, their state, their country, and the world a better place. ● All students deserve a shot at a bright future. Core Values We foster relationships - We strive to foster genuine connections with each other, our volunteers, the families we serve, our donors and our partners. We practice integrity - We are grateful for the resources entrusted to us, therefore we conduct ourselves with honesty as we steward all resources, and excellence in our work to implement the mission. We give full commitment - We are fully committed to the mission entrusted to us, each person, project, and task set before us. We serve with humility - We serve with humility understanding that we are all created equal and that service benefits both those who give and those who receive. We investigate the impossible - We question the “impossible” and use our core beliefs and values to guide us toward setting and accomplishing challenging goals that move the mission forward. We value quality over quantity - While we are constantly working to extend our reach to impact more students, we realize the value in being faithful with the employees, volunteers, families, donors, and programs we have at the moment, and ensure the best quality in all that we do.

Join us for Noggin's inaugural golf tournament at Hackberry Creek Country Club in Las Colinas on September 8, 2025. Menu Close - Home - About Us About Us Core Beliefs and Values Board of Directors Advisory Council Our Mission Our Vision & Mission Our Why Our Impact Our Programs Overview FREE Tutoring S.P.A.R.K ARD Advocacy Robotics Camp STEM Strong Sisters Special Education Information School Dazed Podcast Career Chats Our Products Overview Smart Goals and Growth Mindset Kit Visual Schedule Merch! Ways to Give Overview Recurring Donations Donate Now! 8 Ways to Give Join the Movement #boughtabackpack North Texas Giving Day Corporate Partnership Contact Us Join Our Team General Opportunities Noggin News Upcoming Events Golf Tournament Benefiting Noggin Educational Foundation, whose mission is to help close the achievement gap for low-income children by providing educational opportunities for students and support for their families. Charity Golf Classic Registration is closed. September 8, 2025 Hackberry Creek Country Club 1901 W. Royal Lane, Irving, TX Add to calendar iCal Google ID 34501227 | Golf © Mikael Damkier | Dreamstime.com 2026 Sponsorship Information Join the fun and make a difference! September 8th, 2025 , join us for a day of golf, fun, and impact at Noggin's inaugural Charity Golf Classic, celebrating 10 years of service to our community! This exciting tournament brings together passionate players, generous sponsors, and community supporters to make a difference for students from low-income families. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just love the game, your participation helps provide free educational resources and services to students in need. Enjoy a beautiful day at the Hackberry Creek Country Club , great company, and the opportunity to support a cause that transforms lives. Sign up today as a player, sponsor, or donor and be a part of something truly special! Event Schedule September 8, 2025 Hackberry Creek Country Club 1901 W Royal Ln, Irving, TX 75063 7:00 am - Registration starts, practice facilities open 9:00 am - Shotgun start 2:00 pm - Finish round, return to Craft 11, bar open, lunch served, awards 6:00 pm - Event end Raffle Prizes Thanks to our Generous Sponsors! •TaylorMade Golf Bag – $300 value •St. Clair Mimbres Red Wine (2 bottles – $50 each) •Dallas Stars Foundation puck signed by Tyler Seguin •Al Bernait’s – $250 Dinner Gift Certificate •GolfTec (Beltline) Swing Evaluation & Club Fitting – $250 value •The Saint Restaurant – $200 Gift Card •Hackberry Creek Round of Golf for 4 + Greens Fees – $500 value •Cedar Crest Golf for 2 – $108 value •Riverside Golf Course Golf for 2 + Cart – $134 value •Ocean Prime – $200 Gift Card •Total Wine & More Private Wine Tasting for 20 – $600 value •Chicken N Pickle – 60 min court time + appetizer – $100 value •Perot Museum Membership – $165 value •Gene & Jerry Jones Foundation VIP Stadium Tour for 4 – $128 value •Scheels – $150 Gift Card •Soljour Styles Closet Edit - $250 value FAQs How much does it cost to participate? The registration fee is $150 per player, which includes green fees and cart rental. Can I register as an individual? Yes! If you're signing up as an individual, we'll pair you with other participants to form a team. Are there sponsorship opportunities ? Yes! We offer a variety of sponsorship levels. For more information, please visit Phil Jackson at phil@nogginfoundation.org or call 817-680-4650. What should I bring to the tournament? Please bring your golf clubs, comfortable attire, and appropriate shoes for the course. We also recommend bringing sunscreen, a hat, and water. Will food and drinks be provided? Yes, we will have lunch, snacks, and drinks available for participants. Is there a dress code for the tournament? Yes, the golf course requires players to wear appropriate golf attire. Collared shirts, golf pants or shorts, and golf shoes are recommended. Are spectators allowed? Yes, spectators are welcome to attend the event for an entry fee of $75. What happens if it rains? In the case of inclement weather, we will notify participants of any cancellations or rescheduling. Event Coordinator Phil Jackson phil @nogginfoundation.org To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Did You Know? 2 years By the end of fourth grade, low-income students are already 4to5 months of academic gains Studies show that high-quality after school, summer learning, and tutoring programs are associated with behind grade level View our 2024 Annual Report Don't miss out! Stay informed with news and updates. Subscribe Now

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School Dazed features experts tackling a variety of challenges affecting children’s education from bullying, to gaming, test anxiety. Listen live Tuesdays from 11am-Noon on fbrn.us in the Blue Bowl. Hosted by David and Doneda Bailey. School Dazed School Dazed Videos The One About Bilingual and Dual Language Programs Play Video Share Whole Channel This Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Search videos Search video... Now Playing The One About Bilingual and Dual Language Programs 00:00 Play Video Now Playing The One About Dyslexia 00:00 Play Video Now Playing The One About Struggling Readers 00:00 Play Video Now Playing The One About Learning Disabilities 00:00 Play Video Got 5 Minutes? Get a taste of School Dazed with our 5 in 5! Find out more at schooldazedshow.com All Episodes Don't miss a show! Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , iHeartRadio , Sticher ,Tune In ABOUT THE SHOW David and I have been married 14 years and have 3 school-aged children. We both work in the field of education but have struggles helping our kids academically just like any parents. As moms and dads, we want our children to do well in life and realize that education is a vital key to achieving that goal. But sometimes we need a little help. Doneda Bailey Co-Host Noggin Educational Foundation is a sponsor of School Dazed: Help For Moms and Dads of School-Aged Kids. School Dazed features experts tackling a variety of challenges affecting children’s education from bullying, to gaming, to figuring out the “new math”. Have a show idea? Reply Thanks! Message sent.

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Our students are amazing! Here we spotlight our future world-changers. This is Kaiden! We are so glad to have him as a part of our Noggin family! "Tutoring with Noggin has helped Kaiden become successful in reading and more confidence with his work." -Courtney, Kaiden's Mom "Kaiden has grown so much throughout my sessions with him. He perseveres through the challenges he is faced with and I’m beyond proud of him! He is growing to be more self-aware of himself and also in his ability to ask for help when needed. He is redirected easily and never gives up! Kaiden, you are a rock star!!!!!" -Laretta, Kaiden's tutor Back

Board of Directors member Linh Truong Our Board Linh Truong Linh S. Truong is currently the Senior Director of Internal Audit and Enterprise Risk at NTTA (North Texas Tollway Authority). In this role, she is a member of the executive leadership team reporting to the Board in matters of governance, risk management and business process improvements. Linh has an MBA, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and the Certified Internal Controls Auditor (CIA) designations. She has over 30 years of experience at organizations in multiple industries, including KPMG, Credit Suisse Group, Alon USA, Kosmos Energy and Orthofix Medical. More recently, she has worked as a training consultant at ACI Learning, developing and delivering educational training materials and online learning videos. She is a published author of the book "Seven Deadly Sins of Organizational Culture" and has been invited to speak at multiple professional conferences as well as at many academic institutions (North Texas area High Schools and Universities). In her free time, she volunteers as a coach/mentor to emerging leaders, with a focus on marginalized groups (women and minorities) BACK

Fun, interactive robotics camp for students entering 3rd - 6th grades. Robotics Camp Register Now! 2025 Robotics Camp Recap Video Noggin's programs are income-based, and we seek to serve students who would not usually have access to academic programs and camps. Limited space will be available for students who DO NOT qualify for Medicaid or CHIP, and registration will open on June 1st for paying parents. The camp fee is $100 per student. Contact us at coordinator@nogginfoundation.org or call 972-200-3534 to be added to a waiting list if you do not qualify for Medicaid or CHIP. In Summer 2025, Noggin’s Robotics Camp featured the Sphero BOLT—an interactive, app-enabled robot designed to spark creativity and critical thinking. Students learned to program their BOLT using block-based coding and explore real-world applications of science, technology, engineering, and math. The Sphero BOLT helps campers build essential 21st-century skills while having serious fun. 🔗 Learn more about Sphero BOLT 📽️ Watch Sphero BOLT in action And back by popular demand was our Shark Tank Jr. competition!

Board of Directors member Hatel Patel Our Board Hetal Patel, ASA, CPHQ Hetal Patel is an experienced Actuarial leader and author who has spent more than a decade applying predictive analytics to improving healthcare quality. She has a graduate degree from the Leonard N. Stern School of Business at New York University and is an Associate from the Society of Actuaries. While healthcare analytics and statistics have been the focus of her professional career these past few years, her true passion lies in education and equity. She has previously owned a learning center and has seen first-hand how the lack of access to quality education continues to disproportionately impact low income areas and families. As a solution oriented professional, Hetal takes pride in finding innovative ways to address existing problems. While she has spent that past few years working to improve access to quality mental health therapy, her new goal is to apply those skills into improving access to quality education. BACK

Discover essential special education resources to navigate the ARD process, understand your IEP, and access local support in Grand Prairie, TX. Special Education Resources ARD PROCESS Notice of Procedural Safeguards English Language Written Version (September 2022) Notice of Procedural Safeguards Spanish Language Written Version (September 2022) Notice of Procedural Safeguards English Language Audio Version (September 2022) Notice of Procedural Safeguards Spanish Language Audio Version (September 2022) IDEA Manual English Language Written Version (Updated as of July 2022) IDEA Manual Spanish Language Written Version (Updated as of July 2022) Parent's Guide to the ARD Written Version (February 2021) UNDERSTANDING YOUR IEP The Basic Steps of the Special Education Process (Especially for those new to special education) Essential Components of the IEP Information and insight on the essentials of an IEP and seeking amendments to the IEP can also be found in the IDEA Manual in the "ARD Process" section beginning on page 31 in both the English and Spanish language versions. IDEA manual also has template letters in both English and Spanish versions that parents can proactively use by just inserting student-specific information that assists in communicating with schools. COMMON DISABILITIES 13 Categories of Eligibility for SPED in Texas English Language Version 13 Categories of Eligibility for SPED in Texas Spanish Language Version COMMON SERVICES & ACCOMODATIONS Presentation sample accommodations 10 Common General Accommodations Common Accommodations for Hyperactivity Symptoms of ADHD Common Recommended Accommodations and Instructional Strategies by Disability Type A School District's Sample Teacher Guide to Accommodations and Modifications Common Literacy Related Accommodations and Modifications with Disability Type in Mind (Includes written content and videos) Recommendations for Various Types of Accommodations (including but not limited to health-related accommodations) Checklist with Sample Accommodations by category Sample Accommodations (including recommendations for accommodations to meet challenges of processing and memory deficits) Sample Accommodations Checklists LOCAL RESOURCES Parent Resource Network Parent to Parent Disability Rights Texas Disability Rights Texas (K-12 Education Specific Resources) SPEDTex TEA - Special Education Easter Seals Texas MHMR of Tarrant County (serving multiple counties as well ) Noggin Special Education Advocacy Metrocare Services (Dallas County) IDD Council of Tarrant County Tarrant Cares Navigate Life Texas ABA Resources Texas Workforce Solutions - Vocational Rehabilitation Services ( Formerly known as DARS) Community Resource Coordination Groups of Texas Community Resources For Noggin Families SPED Information Videos Play Video Play Video 53:08 The One About Services and Accommodations at School Play Video Play Video The One About Learning Disabilities Play Video Play Video 58:39 The One About ADHD Play Video Play Video 55:03 The One About Anxiety and Depression Play Video Play Video The One About Dyslexia Play Video Play Video The One About Struggling Readers Play Video Play Video The One About Bilingual and Dual Language Programs Play Video Play Video 01:14:16 The One About ADHD Coaching