Board Members

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Steve is the Executive Director of the Santa Clara Schools Foundation and also serves as Community and Business Partnerships Manager for SCUSD. He connects businesses and nonprofits with schools to bring in funding, volunteers, and real-world learning. His work supports SCSF’s mission to expand access and opportunity for all students.

Andrew is a diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging professional who is passionate about advancing educational equity in the Santa Clara community. With his professional expertise in DEIB work and commitment to social justice, he brings valuable perspective and strategic insight to help ensure all SCUSD students have access to the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.

Christy brings 16 years of dedicated service as a former teacher and administrator in the Santa Clara Unified School District to her role on the Santa Clara Schools Foundation Board. Her deep connection to the district fuels her commitment to giving back to the community and continuing to support students through the Foundation’s initiatives. As a Board Member, Christy is proud to help expand educational opportunities and resources for all SCUSD students.

Connor is the Director of Outreach & Student Life at Mission College, where he is dedicated to strengthening partnerships between the college, Santa Clara Unified School District, and the broader community. Inspired by SCSF’s innovative approach to providing vital resources and opportunities for SCUSD students, he joined the board to support and advance this important work.

Elise is a retired independent school CBO and private industry CFO who served on the SCUSD School Board while her two sons attended SCUSD schools K-12 in the regular and special education programs. She believes family participation and community involvement and commitment are the foundation for the continued success of SCUSD schools.

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Jason is a current UC Santa Cruz student, who graduated from SCUSD schools. He brings a fresh perspective and a commitment to helping the Foundation strategically and professionally bring a better educational experience to SCUSD students while developing the practical skills to further its mission.

John is a retired HP R&D Exec, whose 3 sons attend SCUSD schools from K-12. That experience of learning and community has left a lasting impact on the entire family, and should continue to grow.

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Kimberley works as a Senior Program Manager at Stanford University and whose daughter started in SCUSD schools as a kindergartener and is currently attending Santa Clara High School. Kimberley is dedicated to supporting educational organizations aimed at strengthening communities and devotes her volunteer hours to leadership roles in the CA State PTA and the Santa Clara Schools Foundation.

Mark is the Deputy Superintendent of Operations/Chief Business Official for SCUSD, where his children attend school. His comprehensive background in education finance and operations allows him to provide valuable expertise to support the Santa Clara Schools Foundation's mission of enhancing educational opportunities for all district students.

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Teresa is a proud graduate of SCUSD schools and Stanford University. In addition to having a long career at Hewlett-Packard Company, Teresa has volunteered and served on boards of directors with many local non-profit organizations. As a former member of the SCUSD Board of Education, she has a particular interest in ensuring that our Santa Clara schools provide a great education for every student of all abilities and ages.

Victoria is the District Director for California State Assemblymember Patrick Ahrens and a proud graduate of SCUSD schools. As a long-time resident of the Santa Clara community, she is committed to supporting educational opportunities that help all students thrive and reach their full potential.