FROM THE CHAIR OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES MARY SZCZEPANIK (Ali ‘26)
Fifteen years ago, the first iPad had just launched, President Obama was in his first term, and I was blissfully unaware of what it truly meant to be a parent (though I was pretty sure I knew exactly what to do). That same year, Alta Vista School opened its doors to eighteen brave students in the Greek Orthodox Church on Valencia Street, planting the seeds of a school that now serves more than 300 curious and compassionate young learners. As we look ahead, the Board remains focused on supporting AVS’s continued growth and maturity—strengthening our campuses, ensuring access through financial aid, and investing in the development and well-being of our extraordinary faculty and staff. Their dedication, creativity, and heart are at the core of everything AVS has achieved. We are deeply grateful to you, our families, for your partnership, trust, and generosity. Together, we are advancing the school’s mission to prepare students to serve as creative thinkers, innovators, and catalysts for positive change in the world. Every day, AVS brings learning to life through hands-on, experiential education—igniting the curiosity of young minds. With the continued support of our remarkable community, I can’t wait to see how our school grows in the next fifteen years and beyond. Together, we are building a legacy that empowers future generations to shape a more innovative, thoughtful, and connected world. With heartfelt thanks, Mary Szczepanik Chair, Board of Trustees
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