Farnaz in the News
Farnaz Pardasani Endorsed by Entire Los Alamitos School Board for School Board Trustee (Area 4)
Seal Beach, CA – Trustee Area 4 candidate Farnaz Pardasani, a dedicated mother of three children across elementary, middle, and high school, has secured the endorsement of the entire Los Alamitos Unified School District Board, both returning and retiring. Farnaz is the only candidate to receive this unified support, demonstrating her widespread backing across the political spectrum and her ability to represent the diverse needs of the community.
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Farnaz Pardasani Honored as a 2024 Woman of Distinction by California State Senator Janet Nguyen
June 4, 2024 [Los Alamitos, CA] – Farnaz Pardasani, a committed community leader and advocate for educational excellence in Los Alamitos, has been recognized as a 2024 Woman of Distinction for the 36th Senate District. This prestigious accolade, awarded by California State Senator Janet Nguyen, celebrates Farnaz's significant contributions to her local community.
The Woman of Distinction award annually acknowledges women who have profoundly impacted their communities through their professional activities and civic engagement. Farnaz Pardasani’s award highlights her relentless efforts to enhance educational approaches and advocate for comprehensive student support in Los Alamitos and Seal Beach.
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Farnaz Pardasani Earns Unanimous Endorsement from Los Alamitos Teachers to Raise the Bar for All Children
May 23, 2024 [Los Alamitos, CA] – Farnaz Pardasani, running for Los Alamitos School Board Trustee (Area 4), has received overwhelming support and a unanimous endorsement from Teachers in the Los Alamitos Unified School District. This endorsement from the Teachers in the Los Alamitos Education Association (LAEA) teachers’ union marks a significant milestone in her campaign to Raise the Bar for All Children.
"Farnaz Pardasani has proven herself as a leader who can engage across stakeholders to raise aspirations, innovate approaches, and drive initiatives that improve student outcomes. Her commitment to 'Raise the Bar for All Children' truly aligns with our goals at the Los Alamitos Education Association," said Drew Sells, PAC treasurer of the Association.
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May 5, 2021, [Los Alamitos, CA] - “Oprah. Jordan. Ali. Obama. Gandhi,” he began. “In our society, we have a particular way of honoring those who exhibit a brand and standard of excellence that is unyielding in everything they do” said J.M. McGaugh Elementary School Principal Dr. Isaaic M. Gates as he prepared to announce the school’s Hero of the Heart for 2021.
People “whose commitment to a cause and compassion reaches deep into the heart and spirit of our humanity elevate them to society’s highest platform – the one name status,” he continued.
Farnaz. McGaugh’s Hero the Heart for 2021, “has reached the one-name status,” said Gates, noting that Farnaz Pardasani “embodies a spirit of excellence beyond reproach.”
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Farnaz Pardasani Honored with PTA Honorary Service Award for Exemplary Leadership
April 20, 2020, [Seal Beach, CA] – Farnaz Pardasani, a dedicated community leader and advocate for educational excellence, was awarded the prestigious PTA Honorary Service Award in recognition of her outstanding leadership during a notably challenging period for the PTA organization.
Appointed just one week before the start of the school year by Principal Roni Ellis, Pardasani took the helm at a critical juncture. With limited preparation time, she swiftly implemented new financial controls, developed a strategic plan informed by extensive parent and teacher input, and ensured the seamless execution of existing PTA programs.
Under her guidance, the PTA not only maintained its scheduled activities but also enhanced its impact by collaborating closely with other on-campus organizations such as Project SEEK. Pardasani's tenure was marked by significant upgrades and innovations in PTA programming, a feat not seen in years.
As the school year progressed, the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic required quick adaptive measures. Pardasani led her team to reevaluate and adjust programming to meet new challenges, maintaining a steadfast focus on enriching student experiences and outcomes.
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