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2025-2026 PAC
 

Dear Parents, 

STAY CONNECTED – YOUR CHILD NEEDS YOU NOW MORE THAN EVER

Junior high is a time of big changes—and even bigger growth. As our kids strive for independence, it’s easy to feel like we’re being sidelined. But make no mistake: this is when your involvement matters most.

 

At Rancho Pico, the Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) is your chance to stay connected, informed, and impactful. PAC stands for Parent Advisory Committee and is a non-profit 501(c)(1)(a) led by parents like you. Membership automatically includes all parents of students enrolled at Rancho Pico Junior High, as well as all faculty and staff.

 

Our purpose is to serve as Key Communicators and Ambassadors for the Rancho Pico community—strengthening communication between the school and parents, supporting student programs, and advising the principal when needed on educational priorities and improvements. Whether it’s helping shape school events, supporting staff and activities, or simply staying in the loop, you are still a vital part of your child’s journey.

 

We have many ways for you to get involved, from volunteering your time to contributing to our annual fundraiser. If you’re interested in joining this friendly and committed group of parents, email us at [email protected].

 

Welcome to Rancho Pico PAC—together, we make a difference!

 
Michelle Lutz and your 25/26 RP PAC Board
 
 
 
Parent Advisory Committee Board
 
Principal: Adam Barrios
President: Michelle Lutz 
Vice President: TBD
Treasurer: Sara Ghoshal
Secretary: Amber Calhoun-Berger

Coordinator: Michelle Green

 

Parent Advisory Committee Chairs

 

Fundraising Chair: Kate Kennedy-Stolarczyk & Kira Grossi

Marketing/Communications Chair: OPEN

Graphic Design: Ani Gevorgian & Jagadeesh (Jag) Pandiyan

Historian: Ani Gevorgian & Jagadeesh (Jag) Pandiyan

Events Chair: Alli Stone, Kira Grossi, Kanmani Jagadeesh, Dey Piyali

Teacher Appreciation Week: Alli Stone, Kanmani Jagadeesh, Ani Gevorgian

Parent Enrichment: OPEN

 

Rancho Pico's Parent Advisory Committee "Start Strong" Annual Giving Campaign

Creating Safe, Inspired Spaces for Our Students

This year, we’re raising $50,000 to fund exciting legacy projects that directly enhance our students’ everyday experience:

🌤 Permanent Shade Structure — so students can safely eat, connect, and recharge outdoors

 

📚 Library Transformation — new furniture to turn our library into a warm, inviting hub for reading and discovery

 

🌐 Campus Tech Upgrades — including Starlink satellite internet for faster, more reliable access

 

🔧 School Marquee Repair & Relocation — restoring a vital part of our campus identity

 

💛 Your Support Also Fuels:

  • Teacher & Staff Appreciation

  • 8th Grade Send-off

  • Annual President’s Awards

  • Annual ASB Gift

  • Stronger Parent–School–Community Connections