Clays for Classrooms: Honoring the Legacy of Susan Copeland
The Polk Education Foundation Board and Team are proud to have continued to honor the remarkable leadership of longtime Executive Director Susan Copeland at the 2026 Susan Copeland Memorial Clays for Classrooms event that was held in February. Susan’s transformative impact on students and teachers, paired with her love for clay shooting, continues to inspire this annual tradition.
Thanks to the generosity of our community, more than $45,000 was raised this year. These funds will directly support classroom grants, Free Teacher Market supplies, and help grow Susan’s endowed scholarship—ensuring her legacy continues to open doors for students across Polk County.
A heartfelt thank you to all 2026 sponsors who invested in student success and through this important fundraiser and played a vital role in helping to transform lives through the power of education.