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Friends of Serrania (FOS) is a 501(c)3 California non-profit organization.

Friends of Serrania (FOS) is a 501(c)3 California non-profit organization that was founded in 1997 when parents felt the need for a fundraising entity that could operate without the restrictions imposed by the national PTA organization. The board of directors for this corporation is comprised entirely of volunteer parents and staff and its sole purpose is to raise money for the school. There are a number of larger fundraising events throughout the school year (see below) and along with the PTA, we are proud to be able to provide the students with an enriched education at Serrania.

The 2009/2010 board was elected in June and the members are as follows:

President - Jes Encarnation (2nd grade parent)
Treasurer - Maria Womack (K & 3rd grade parent)
Secretary - Lauri Aud (1st & 4th grade parent)

Administrative Board Members include: Marcia Koff (Asst. Principal), Sibyl Sperber (5th grade teacher) & Carol Bonelli (1st grade teacher).
Parent Board Members include: Jenny Warren (4th), Amy Klosterman (2nd), Andrea Lopez (1st), Robin Doyle (1st) & Manda Gholikhani (5th), Julie Hibma (2nd & 5th) & Lisa Hassas (1st & 5th).
WELCOME to our new members - Julie & Lisa!
MANY THANKS to Michelle Mayer, Shellee Sawyer, Catherine Tharpe, & Kim Flanagin for all their dedication to the board in the past years!

If you would like to contact Jes Encarnation you may do so at jes@serraniaavenue.org
Please feel free to contact us with any questions or comments at fos@serraniaavenue.org

Although our standard curriculum at Serrania is strong because of our outstanding teaching and support staff, we believe that it is necessary to provide more than the basics for all of our students. The following are Serrania’s primary annual fundraisers that are hosted by the PTA, FOS or both:

We are all aware of what it costs for pre-school and daycare prior to when our children arrive at kindergarten. And we are all aware of the cost of private schools. It is certainly a relief to not have to come out of pocket for these expenses. The taxes we pay cover the basics, yet what is an enriched education for our children worth? Starting in September, we ask each family to make a financial contribution to the General Appeal. Our goal is to have every family participate, at what ever level they can. Contact us at generalappeal@serraniaavenue.org.

Advertising is available at Serrania Elementary through banners that are displayed at the corner of Serrania Ave. and Quedo Dr . This is a great way to promote business! Not only do you get the attention of the over 700 student�s families that attend Serrania, you have the attention of all the traffic throughout the neighborhood. And what better way to advertise to the community that you care about the local schools! The banners are available for a 365 day calendar year in the following sizes:

3�x4� for $500.00
4�x6� for $1000.00

We will supply banners for local businesses and non profit organizations, subject to approval. Custom banners will be considered on a case by case situation. Please contact Scott Sawyer with any questions at banners@serraniaavenue.org or 818-359-5083.

This is an incredible adults only evening held on December 5th. It is a great opportunity to meet new couples or just to hang out with those you already know.
Contact us at ddsa@serraniaavenue.org
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This is a wonderful family event with attractions, game booths, good old home style cooking and local entertainment. There is always a raffle with great prizes and themed baskets to win. Contact us at funfair@serraniaavenue.org

Students collect pledges from family and friends based on how many laps they can do around our track in a specific amount of time. Event day is a lot of fun and all the money that is raised goes towards the funding of our PE program. Contact us at walkathon@serraniaavenue.org

The decision on how to spend the money raised through the school year is done based on a school wide survey that is sent out to the parents in June. There is an Allocation Meeting that takes place at the end of the year where we review the information received from our Serrania families and teachers and decide on the placement of the funds. Over $90,000.00 was raised in the 06/07 school year and was allocated to the following programs for 07/08:

• PE program


• Computer teacher and program


• Choral Music Instruction


• Drama or Instrumental Music


• Reading Intervention for children in grades K through 5


• Classroom aides


• School beautification


• Office support