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$150,000 RAISED AT KZV ANNUAL BANQUET
http://asbarez.com/116343/150000-raised-at-kzv-annual-banquet/
Monday, November 18th, 2013
Keynote Speaker, Dr. Alina Dorian addressing the attendees
The evening pays tribute to supporters and donors; A Special
Distinguished Alumni Award is presented to Garen Nazarian
SAN FRANCISCO-On Saturday, November 2, more than 250 attendees
gathered at Khatchaturian Armenian Community Center- Saroyan Hall,
located on the school grounds to celebrate the 33rd anniversary of
Krouzian-Zekarian-Vasbouragan Armenian School.
Through its generous supporters and donors, the event raised $150,000
which will go toward funding special projects and operational expenses
at the prestigious elementary and middle school in the Bay Area.
Meghedi Nazarian, left (Class of 1997) accepting the Distinguished
Alumni Award on behalf of her brother, Garen Nazarian (Class of 1988).
Award was presented by Naira Der Keureghian (class of 1998)
The evening recognized Garen Nazarian with its Distiguished Alumni
Award and keynote address by Dr. Alina Dorian, Principal of Rose
and Alex Pilibos Armenian School in Hollywood. Others in attendance
included local clergy, school board members, administrators, parents,
teachers, and alumni.
Master of Ceremonies and KZV School Board Member Gregory Ovanessian
welcoming attendees to the 33rd Annual Banquet
Greg Ovanessian, school board member, acted as Master of Ceremonies,
and welcomed guests to the special evening. Following the opening
prayer and blessings offered by St. Gregory Armenian Apostolic Church
Pastor Reverend Father Khoren Habeshian, St. John Armenian Church
Pastor Father Mesrop Ash, St. Vartan Armenian Church Pastor Reverend
Father Hovel Ohanian, and Calvary Armenian Church Pastor Reverend
Father Nerses Balabanian. Ovanessian presented the school's annual
report and an in depth review of the school's engagement as well as
its anticipated seven year strategic plan and Western Association of
Schools and Colleges (WASC) reaccreditation in 2015.
Grace Andonian, KZV principal, welcomed and thanked the efforts
of countless individuals who continue to make KZV a priority in
their lives through their contributions. She noted that the evening
was a success due to the efforts of the KZV PTA, School Board, and
volunteers. "Our school is one of the pillars of our national identity,
and its preservation and enhancement is our responsibility and our
duty. KZV embarked on this long journey to excellence thirty-three
years ago with you as its witness," stated Andonian. "In the light of
the deepest purpose of an Armenian education, your sons and daughters
have graced this institution with their many gifts and talents. They
have lived out our core values. KZV is truly a very special community
that impacts young lives forever."
This year's recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award was presented
to Garen Nazarian, first graduating class of KZV in 1988. Alumni Board
member, Naira Der Kiureghian, class of 1998, presented the award,
one that honors and exemplifies the mission and goals of KZV. Garen
is an individual who stands for professional and academic excellence,
a commitment to Armenian heritage, community service, leadership, and
innovation. After graduating from UC Berkeley with a degree in English
Literature, Garen obtained a J.D. from the UCLA School of Law. After
law school, Garen joined the LA County Public Defender's Office. Mr.
Nazarian, who currently lives in Yerevan,Armenia, is currently employed
at Southwestern Law School as their Armenia Fellow. Though he was
not able to accept the award in person, a special video message
by Mr. Nazarian was presented to the audience. His sister, Meghedi
Nazarian, KZV Class of 1997, accepted the award on his behalf.
KZV Principal Grace Andonian addressing the attendees
The keynote address for the evening was delivered by Dr. Alina Dorian,
Principal of Rose and Alex Pilibos Armenian School. Dr. Dorian
spoke eloquently about the importance of Armenian Schools in the
United States and diaspora. "Tonight is an opportunity for us to
come together to see who our partners are, to see who believes in
our mission, who understands the importance and is grateful for the
existence of our Armenian academic institution," stated Dorian. "Let's
not take it for granted."
Following the formal program, guests were treated to live entertainment
provided by Element Band featuring Tro Krikorian and San Francisco
native DJ Tigran. The dinner for the evening was provided by Grape
Leaf Catering.
From: Baghdasarian
http://asbarez.com/116343/150000-raised-at-kzv-annual-banquet/
Monday, November 18th, 2013
Keynote Speaker, Dr. Alina Dorian addressing the attendees
The evening pays tribute to supporters and donors; A Special
Distinguished Alumni Award is presented to Garen Nazarian
SAN FRANCISCO-On Saturday, November 2, more than 250 attendees
gathered at Khatchaturian Armenian Community Center- Saroyan Hall,
located on the school grounds to celebrate the 33rd anniversary of
Krouzian-Zekarian-Vasbouragan Armenian School.
Through its generous supporters and donors, the event raised $150,000
which will go toward funding special projects and operational expenses
at the prestigious elementary and middle school in the Bay Area.
Meghedi Nazarian, left (Class of 1997) accepting the Distinguished
Alumni Award on behalf of her brother, Garen Nazarian (Class of 1988).
Award was presented by Naira Der Keureghian (class of 1998)
The evening recognized Garen Nazarian with its Distiguished Alumni
Award and keynote address by Dr. Alina Dorian, Principal of Rose
and Alex Pilibos Armenian School in Hollywood. Others in attendance
included local clergy, school board members, administrators, parents,
teachers, and alumni.
Master of Ceremonies and KZV School Board Member Gregory Ovanessian
welcoming attendees to the 33rd Annual Banquet
Greg Ovanessian, school board member, acted as Master of Ceremonies,
and welcomed guests to the special evening. Following the opening
prayer and blessings offered by St. Gregory Armenian Apostolic Church
Pastor Reverend Father Khoren Habeshian, St. John Armenian Church
Pastor Father Mesrop Ash, St. Vartan Armenian Church Pastor Reverend
Father Hovel Ohanian, and Calvary Armenian Church Pastor Reverend
Father Nerses Balabanian. Ovanessian presented the school's annual
report and an in depth review of the school's engagement as well as
its anticipated seven year strategic plan and Western Association of
Schools and Colleges (WASC) reaccreditation in 2015.
Grace Andonian, KZV principal, welcomed and thanked the efforts
of countless individuals who continue to make KZV a priority in
their lives through their contributions. She noted that the evening
was a success due to the efforts of the KZV PTA, School Board, and
volunteers. "Our school is one of the pillars of our national identity,
and its preservation and enhancement is our responsibility and our
duty. KZV embarked on this long journey to excellence thirty-three
years ago with you as its witness," stated Andonian. "In the light of
the deepest purpose of an Armenian education, your sons and daughters
have graced this institution with their many gifts and talents. They
have lived out our core values. KZV is truly a very special community
that impacts young lives forever."
This year's recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award was presented
to Garen Nazarian, first graduating class of KZV in 1988. Alumni Board
member, Naira Der Kiureghian, class of 1998, presented the award,
one that honors and exemplifies the mission and goals of KZV. Garen
is an individual who stands for professional and academic excellence,
a commitment to Armenian heritage, community service, leadership, and
innovation. After graduating from UC Berkeley with a degree in English
Literature, Garen obtained a J.D. from the UCLA School of Law. After
law school, Garen joined the LA County Public Defender's Office. Mr.
Nazarian, who currently lives in Yerevan,Armenia, is currently employed
at Southwestern Law School as their Armenia Fellow. Though he was
not able to accept the award in person, a special video message
by Mr. Nazarian was presented to the audience. His sister, Meghedi
Nazarian, KZV Class of 1997, accepted the award on his behalf.
KZV Principal Grace Andonian addressing the attendees
The keynote address for the evening was delivered by Dr. Alina Dorian,
Principal of Rose and Alex Pilibos Armenian School. Dr. Dorian
spoke eloquently about the importance of Armenian Schools in the
United States and diaspora. "Tonight is an opportunity for us to
come together to see who our partners are, to see who believes in
our mission, who understands the importance and is grateful for the
existence of our Armenian academic institution," stated Dorian. "Let's
not take it for granted."
Following the formal program, guests were treated to live entertainment
provided by Element Band featuring Tro Krikorian and San Francisco
native DJ Tigran. The dinner for the evening was provided by Grape
Leaf Catering.
From: Baghdasarian