**EVENT UPDATE:  Due to increased transmission of the new COVID-19 variant and to further minimize any potential risks, as a precautionary measure and for the safety of our community, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the Flappers & Gents Gala.  We thank you for your understanding. 

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Ticket Refunds: Your support of the Flappers & Gents helps to fuel our goal to reach $250K for the Bridge the Gap Campaign. Many of our supporters have donated their ticket purchases as charitable gifts. If you would like to do so, we will issue a charitable gift receipt for the full ticket price. If you prefer a refund, please contact Diana Cruz at (970) 946-7746. 

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For the 2021/2022 school year, the DEF Board of Trustees has decided to focus its efforts and funds on bridging the academic gaps of students. The impact of the pandemic on K-12 student learning is significant and widened pre-existing opportunity and achievement gaps in literacy and mathematics. 

 

As a response, DEF has created the $250K Challenge, Bridge the Gap, to help fund resources and programs in School District 9-R.  The challenge will include several months of fundraising efforts to conclude with a celebratory 1920s speakeasy-themed gala, Flappers and Gents.