Hoover has successful end-of-the-year events

Congratulations Hoover Class of 2011 and thanks to the parent volunteers and staff who made graduation, baccalaureate and every event this year memorable.

Thanks also to PTSA board members, Purple Circle, Korean Parents Association, Armenian Parents Associations, Latino Unidos and others who provided food for the Hoover Staff Appreciation luncheon.

Congratulations to student recipients of the Presidential Service award and new Hoover Academic letter.

Hoover Summer School started June 20 and continues through July 28. The Hoover PTSA wishes parents and students a fun, refreshing, safe summer.

For the latest Hoover news, visit the Hoover website at www.hooverhs.org.

Toll Middle School

Toll Middle School is pleased to announce new PTA Executive Board members, including Kathy Cuza, Marianna Clarizio, Ani Baltayan, Betsy Ames and Elizabeth Meltzer. Please join these parents in making this school year a great year for our students. Summer School began June 20 and ends July 28.

If you have questions, or to volunteer, contact Toll Middle School at (818) 244-8414.

Balboa Elementary

Congratulations to Lena Richter on completing her first year as principal. She has done a remarkable job and the PTA appreciates all her energy, ideas and support. Many thanks to two outstanding parent volunteers who will be leaving Balboa and moving on to Toll—Lisa Deyell and Anjik Minaeian. The PTA thanks all parent volunteers for making this year a great success.

To volunteer, contact Balboa at (818) 241-1801.

Franklin Elementary

Franklin is planning a great 2011-2012 school year. This year’s goal is to have every parent volunteer five hours of time during the school year. When parents and teachers work together, great things happen. Over the summer, Franklin will continue to learn about the impact of the I-5 extension on air quality around Franklin. Franklin is also searching for solutions to mitigate the loss of mature trees around the off ramp. The PTA is also planning events for incoming families, including a barbecue and a first-day-of-school social. Have a great summer.

To volunteer, contact Franklin at (818) 243-1809.

Jefferson Elementary

Jefferson’s third annual picnic on June 10 was a great success and fun for students, parents and teachers. Thomas Jefferson’s new PTA President, Anna Khachatryan, will continue the festivities with exciting plans for the coming year.

To volunteer, call Jefferson at (818) 243-4279.

Mark Keppel Elementary

An exciting year is ahead for the Mark Keppel Visual and Performing Arts Magnet School. Events are already being planned like the Back to School Picnic, scheduled for a date to be announced in September. Also look for upcoming details about Keppel’s Harvest Festival, Father/Daughter and Mother/Son events, and much more. To volunteer, contact Keppel at (818) 244-2113.

Fran Tunno can be reached by e-mail at heyfranla@gmail.com.