Program areas at Tam High Foundation
For the support of educational programs and services for approximately 1,600 tamalpais High school students, teachers, and administrators. Examples of items funded with monies granted by the Tam High Foundation are: technology, including chrome books, laptops and carts for student use in classrooms and library. Scientific calculators for math and equipment for science, photography & auto shop. Guest artists for theater, studio art, music & english. Training and programs for wellness, leadership, peer resources, mindfulness, peer mentoring, transition to Tam & workplace learning. Field trips for experiential learning & tutoring programs for students needing academic support.
Patrons of the Arts (PATH) supports approximately 600 students participating in the Tam High Visual Arts program. PATH helps fund field trips and student art exhibitions, and provides supplies, workbooks, and professional development for art teachers.
Tam High United Music Boosters (THUMB) supports 150 students participating in Tam High Music classes. The majority of the fund-raised dollars pay for instrument repairs and replacements, sheet music, field trips and music festivals, workshops with professional musicians, and scholarships to students for private instruction.