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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!

At Noggin we believe that ALL students deserve a shot at a bright future. We are closing the achievement gap by providing tutoring, fun summer enrichment programs, and resources for parents. 1/13 Our mission is to help close the achievement gap for economically disadvantaged children by improving educational opportunities for students, supporting families, and encouraging excellence and innovation in the classroom. Learn More PRIVATE TUTORING Students meet for private tutoring sessions with an experienced classroom teacher to bridge gaps in learning. Next STEM CAMPS Our STEM camps provide a strong introduction to the world of Robotics and teach students to create digital stories, games, and animations through computer coding. Next SPECIAL EDUCATION ADVOCACY Advocates provide parental support to assist in obtaining services and accommodations at school. Next CAREERS EXPOSURE Professionals from a variety of careers speak to groups of students about their work, education, and background followed by interactive Q&A sessions. Next SUMMER ENRICHMENT Summers Producing Academically Ready Kids (S.P.A.R.K.) provides fun, interactive math & reading enrichment activities and games all summer to reduce or prevent summer learning loss. Next OUR APPROACH At Noggin, we have adopted a multi-pronged approach to closing the achievement gap. Students enrolled with Noggin have access to multiple programs to help close gaps in learning and give them the knowledge and skills to thrive in college and in their careers. After a multi-year investment, each Noggin Kid will have a diverse range of opportunities aligned with their aspirations following high school graduation. Join us in supporting our amazing students because every child deserves a shot at a bright future! Multi-Pronged Approach Average Annual Impact 700 Students Impacted 230 Backpacks Distributed 625 Hours Tutored View our 2025 Annual Report Noggin's math and reading instruction and tutoring is provided exclusively by experienced classroom teachers. Significant learning gaps have been caused by the Pandemic and the teacher shortage. According to the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), a majority of states saw scores decline for fourth- and eighth-graders in mathematics and reading between 2019 and 2022. Reading and math proficiency is the lowest it has been in decades. A study by the Annie E. Casey Foundation shows that four of every five students who come from low-income households don’t meet reading proficiency requirements. At Noggin, we exclusively utilize experienced classroom teachers to provide math and reading instruction as they are uniquely equipped to bridge learning gaps. Studies show that high-quality afterschool, summer learning, and tutoring programs are associated with 4-5 months of academic gains and positive impact on behavior and attendance. National Bureau of Economic Research July 2020 Don't miss out! Stay informed with news and updates. Subscribe Now Every Child Deserves A Shot At A Bright Future! Partner With Us! 8 Ways to Give Volunteer Donate Now Recurring Giving By the end of 4th grade low-income students are already two years behind grade level.

Sponsorship information for Noggin's golf tournament at Hackberry Creek Country Club in Las Colinas on September 8, 2025. Download Sponsorship Flyer 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 Impact: Marvia's story Impact: Juana's story Impact: Suzan's story Impact: Ayana's story 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 First Fridays Charity Golf Classic DONATE Back Download 2026 Sponsorship Flyer Sponsorship inquiries: phil@nogginfoundation.org 2026 Sponsors To Come! Sponsorships Opportunites Sponsoring our golf tournament is a powerful opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of students from low-income families in southwest Dallas. Your support directly funds free educational resources, tutoring, and mentorship programs that help students succeed academically and build brighter futures. Beyond philanthropy, sponsorship provides valuable brand exposure, networking opportunities with like-minded professionals, and a chance to showcase your commitment to social responsibility. By investing in this event, you’re not just supporting a day of golf—you’re investing in a child’s education, growth, and future success. At Noggin, we believe that every child deserves a shot at a bright future! Title Sponsor - $10,000 (1 available) Exclusive naming rights (e.g., "[Company Name] Presents the Noggin Charity Golf Classic") Logo on all marketing materials, signage, and event website Two complimentary foursomes (8 players) Recognition during opening and closing remarks Branded giveaway item in player swag bags Featured in social media and press releases Platinum Sponsor - $7,500 (2 available) Logo placement on event signage and marketing materials One complimentary foursome (4 players) Hole sponsorship with signage Recognition during event announcements, opening, and closing remarks Featured in social media promotions Gold Sponsor - $5,000 (3 available) Logo placement on select marketing materials One complimentary foursome (4 players) Hole sponsorship with signage Recognition in event program and website Food and Beverage - $3,500 (3 available) Recognition at food and beverage stations Two complimentary player spots Logo placement on select marketing materials Logo placement on napkins/cups (if applicable) Recognition in event program and website Hole-in-One - $2,500 (1 available) Branded signage at Hole-in-one hole Two complimentary player spots Recognition in event program and website Putting Contest - $1,000 (1 available) Branded signage at the contest area Recognition in event program and website Hole Sponsor - $500 (18 available) Signage at designated hole with company logo or tribute message honoring someone special. Recognition in event program and website Closest to Pin - $1,500 (1 available) Signage at the contest hole Recognition in event program and website One complimentary player spot Longest Drive - $1,500 (1 available) Signage at Longest Drive tee-boxes (Male & Female) Recognition in event program and website One complimentary player spot Golf Cart Sponsor - $2,500 (SOLD) Sponsor logo on all player carts Branded scorecards or cart placards Recognition in event program and website Two complimentary player spots Event Portal Sponsor - $2,500 (1 available) Supports the portal for registration, payments, communications, etc. Logo placement on event portal Two complimentary player spots Recognition during event announcements Beverage Cart Sponsor - $1,500 (1 available) Sponsor logo on all Beverage Carts Recognition in event program and website One complimentary player spot Photography Sponsor - $2,000 (1 available) Sponsor-branded photo booth or printed event photos for players One complimentary player spot Recognition in event program and website Volunteer T-Shirt Sponsor - $1,500 (1 available) Logo on shirts for event volunteers Recognition in event program and website One complimentary player spot Awards Sponsor - $2,000 (1 available) Signage at the Awards Ceremony Recognition in event program and website One complimentary player spot Driving Range Sponsor - $1,500 (1 available) Branded signage at the driving range area Recognition in event program and website One complimentary player spot Prizes and In-Kind Donations (Unlimited) Recognition during prize announcements Logo placement on prize table signage Sponsorship Inquiries phil@nogginfoundation.org 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! 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Held on the first Friday of every month at noon, this fast-paced, feel-good Zoom event gives you a front-row seat to the magic of Noggin Educational Foundation: real stories, live testimonials, and behind-the-scenes updates. Get a Free 7 Day Pass Discover or Re-Discover Noggin! Ever wonder what it’s like behind the scenes? Join us for Noggin First Fridays — our monthly virtual hangout where heart meets impact! Held on the first Friday of every month at noon, this fast-paced, feel-good Zoom event gives you a front-row seat to the magic of Noggin: real stories, live testimonials, behind-the-scenes updates, and a chance to win a gift card. Whether you're a curious newcomer or a long-time supporter, you'll leave inspired, connected, and ready to make a difference. Mark your calendar and bring a friend — First Fridays are where purpose and people collide. Join Now!

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 Impact: Marvia's story Impact: Juana's story Impact: Suzan's story Impact: Ayana's story 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 First Fridays 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 ID 34501227 | Golf © Mikael Damkier | Dreamstime.com 2026 Sponsorship Information Join the fun and make a difference! On September 8th, 2025 , we launched Noggin's inaugural Charity Golf Classic at Hackberry Creek Country Club, celebrating 10 years of service to our community! This exciting tournament brought together passionate players, generous sponsors, and community supporters to make a difference for students from low-income families. Participation helped provide free educational resources and services to students in need. Event Schedule 2006 Date: TBD Event Coordinator Phil Jackson phil @nogginfoundation.org FAQs 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. 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

Noggin Educational Foundation (NEF) is the non-profit arm of Noggin Educational Coaching. Doneda Bailey serves as Executive Director.  A successful background About Us 2022 Annual Report 2023 Annual Report 2024 Annual Report 2025 Annual Report "When my husband David started teaching 14 years ago he didn’t realize the obstacles he would encounter in the classroom. His first teaching assignment was in a Title I school where he was given one ream of paper to last for the entire semester teaching 125 students. The lack of resources combined with students who were 2-3 grade levels behind left an impression on both of us. His next teaching assignment was in stark contrast. This school was in an affluent area where he had unlimited resources and students excelled. As I heard story after story about his students, a desire to meet the needs of students like the ones he first encountered grew in me. I knew I could and should do something about it." Doneda Bailey, Founder and CEO Doneda Bailey is Founder and CEO of Noggin Educational Foundation. After receiving a BA in Radio-Television from the University of Houston, Doneda began her career in account management at a Dallas marketing agency. She eventually ventured out on her own to develop a commercial video production company. After 12 years in marketing, she co-founded Noggin Educational Coaching with her husband, David Bailey, providing out-of-school educational services to students. Inspired by the great need she saw for students from low-income families to receive similar services, she founded Noggin Educational Foundation. The Baileys and their three children live in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area. Together, they stand on the belief that the effects of poverty can be combatted through educational opportunity. Meet our Board of Directors

Noggin could not adequately serve our students without help from a dedicated community of friends and volunteers.  We are excited about the impact we are making Contact Us! Our mailing address: 5904 S. Cooper St. Suite 104-100 Arlington, TX 76017 682-777-3222 admin@nogginfoundation.org Social Media:

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

If you have ever struggled to keep your child on task while completing his/her routine at home this is for you! At age 8 my son was diagnosed with autism and his behavioral therapist suggested we begin using a visual schedule. I was shocked at the difference it made in our mornings and evenings. Donate $5 Your $5 donation goes to support an at-risk student served by Noggin Educational Foundation. If you have ever struggled to keep your child on task while completing his/her routine at home this is for you! At age 8 my son was diagnosed with autism and his behavioral therapist suggested we begin using a visual schedule. I was shocked at the difference it made in our mornings and evenings. After only four months of using the schedule I noticed he had stopped putting up his pictures, but no longer struggled with staying on task. I asked him why he stopped and He replied, “The pictures are in my mind, Mommy!” PDF download includes Toothbrush, Books, Notebook paper, Lunchbox, Car, Bus, Plate & silverware, Toaster, Blue backpack, Pink backpack, Blue shirt, Pink shirt, Blue shoes, Pink shoes, Grey socks, Pink socks, Hairbrush, Bed, Boy washing face, Girl washing face, Hands washing, Bar of soap, Green pajamas, Pink pajamas, Box of toys (cleanup). 22 MB/10 Pages Upon receipt of the donation, you will be emailed a link for the download. If you have any questions about this product please email us: admin@nogginfoundation.org HOME

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

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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.