Nixa Education Foundation

10/13/2026

Thank you to all who participated in the 2nd annual Nixa Alumni & Friends golf tournament, benefitting Nixa Education Foundation. We had a great day of golf at Highland Springs yesterday, and we can’t thank our players, sponsors, and volunteers enough! Despite 30+ mph winds and 91 degree temps, the teams turned in some great performances. CONGRATULATIONS to our flight winners:

Meridian Title Co (1st), Southern Bank (2nd), J. Downing + team (3rd)

Jenkins CPA (1st), AGCU (2nd), Ozarks Dermatology (3rd)

E. Quackenbush + team (1st), Overhead Door of Springfield / DH Pace (2nd), NPS (3rd)

We had some contest winners as well:
K. McKnight, Longest Drive (ladies)
R. Romines, Longest Drive (men)
K. Kring, S. Gold, and J. Otterness, Closest to the Pin

Also, NEF extends a huge THANK YOU to presenting sponsors Jeff & Lisa Allen and Shaffer & Hines, cart sponsor Scooter’s, lunch sponsor AGCU, swag bag sponsor Big Whiskey’s, and the following hole sponsors: Acer, AGCU, Allison & Cody Cash, Branco, Control Service Co., Jostens, Overheard Door of Springfield / DH Pace, and Ozarks Dermatology.

Beverages and refreshments were provided by Wil Fischer and Thrive Church. Prizes were generously donated by Central Bank of the Ozarks and Andy B’s.

A whole army of support makes these events run, and we could not be more appreciative of our fantastic community and partners. Each of you makes a direct impact on Nixa students, teachers, and staff.

More photos to come. See you next year!

10/13/2026

10/08/2026

Congratulations to reading specialist Kelly Schmitz at High Pointe Elementary! Our partners at Dake Wells Architecture joined Nixa Education Foundation to thank Kelly for her dedication to Nixa students. As a reading specialist, Kelly works collaboratively with students and teachers at High Pointe to strengthen literacy, build confidence, and develop critical student skills. We are so grateful for the support of industry partners like Dake Wells for shining a light on Nixa's talented teachers and staff.

09/18/2026

Join us Monday, Oct. 12 for a day of friendly competition, networking, and fun at the Nixa Education Foundation (NEF) Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament!

Whether you’re an experienced golfer or just out to enjoy the day, this tournament is a fantastic way to support NEF and invest in the future of our students.

What to Expect:

- 18 holes of golf at beautiful Highland Springs
- Exciting contests and prizes throughout the day
- Delicious food and beverages
- Opportunities to connect with fellow alumni, friends, and community supporters

Funds raised will fuel NEF’s classroom innovation grants, student enrichment programs, and alumni engagement efforts.

Help NEF empower every student in every classroom. We hope to see you there!

05/11/2026

On Saturday evening, during the Nixa Education Foundation’s Annual Evening of Celebration, we had the privilege of honoring individuals whose generosity, service, and commitment continue to make a lasting impact on Nixa Public Schools and our community.

Please join us in congratulating our 2026 award recipients:

• Mike and Katie Henegar with United Plumbing — Kathy Whitworth Service to Education Award
• Marilyn Hanna — Kathy Whitworth Service to Education Award
• Michelle Drye — Nixa Education Foundation Circle of Impact Award

Each of these recipients represents the very best of servant leadership, compassion, and dedication to students, staff, and the future of Nixa Public Schools. We are deeply grateful for the difference they continue to make every single day.

Congratulations to all of our honorees!

04/13/2026

This is the why! What an amazing day!

12/05/2025

FINAL CALL!
Today is the last day to preorder this year’s NEF merch — orders close at 5:00 PM sharp.

Our staff has loved this year's design, and we don’t want anyone to miss out! Every purchase supports the work NEF does to enrich classrooms and empower Nixa students.

👉 Order here: https://www.nixaeducationfoundation.net/category/all-products

If you’ve been thinking about it… today’s the day!

11/05/2025

NEF Day at SCORE! 🎉

A big shoutout to our friends at Dake Wells Architecture for partnering with us to surprise Jacob Bush, who gives back to NEF through payroll deduction. We’re so grateful for the team at SCORE, Dake | Wells, and Jacob for the difference they make for our students every day! ❤️

10/31/2025

🌟 Board Member Spotlight 🌟
It’s time for another NEF Board Member Spotlight! Get to know one of the people helping shape brighter futures for Nixa students and classrooms.

Allison Cash is a longtime supporter and Board Member of the Nixa Education Foundation. She is an advocate for public schools and a lifelong Nixa resident. As a third generation Nixa graduate and the mother to two Nixa graduates, her pride runs deep for this special place in the heart of the Ozarks. (Allison is pictured here at a recent family wedding with her family. Note that there are 9 Nixa graduates in this photo)

Allison also has a strong respect for educators. She saw her father, Wayne Glenn, as a teacher and principal before he started his radio career. His dedication and service to education were formative to Allison along with the influence of her great Aunt and Uncle, Villa Ann (school counselor) & Freman Glenn (School Board President).

NEF is important to Allison because she believes the biggest impact donors can make is supporting teachers and their efforts in the classroom. Through the grant program of NEF, teachers can be awarded funds to enhance and augment their individual classrooms and bring their unique gifts to life. NEF is also important to Allison because of the annual Gala that is held to honor teachers and staff of the Nixa school district, her most fond memories of NEF are seeing happy participants in the annual Gala.

Allison is an educator at heart, though she didn't pursue teaching her college degree is a BS Ed. She got pulled into the wide world of food and beverage sales and marketing after college and never taught but has always had a special place for all things education, especially in Nixa.

10/15/2025

✨ Congratulations to our National Philanthropic Foundation of the Year Nominees!

Their vision and generosity embody the spirit of giving in the Ozarks.
Celebrate their impact with us at National Philanthropy Day — reserve your seats today at www.afpozarks.org/npd.