Simi Valley Education Foundation

🍎 Who’s Your Favorite Simi Valley Unified School District Teacher?

Do you or your child have a teacher who has made a lasting difference? A teacher who goes above and beyond, inspires a love of learning, or simply makes every student feel seen and valued?

Now is your chance to say "Thank You!" Nominate your favorite teacher for the Simi Valley Education Foundation's 2026–2027 Teacher of the Month Award!

Tell us what makes them so special. Is it their kindness, creativity, encouragement, or the extra effort they put into helping students succeed? We want to hear your story!

Help us recognize the incredible teachers who make our schools shine!

❤️ Nominate a deserving teacher today at SVEF.org and help us celebrate the amazing educators who make our schools so special!

🎓Simi Valley Students Receive $13,000 In
Scholarships and Endowment Awards from the
Simi Valley Education Foundation and Walt Fuller Foundation🌟

Each year, the Simi Valley Education Foundation (SVEF) awards scholarships to deserving local students pursuing higher education at colleges, universities, technical schools, and vocational programs. Recipients are selected from Simi Valley's public high schools based on their achievements and future aspirations.

In addition to its annual scholarships, SVEF awards three two-year Endowment Scholarships, providing $1,000 per year to students attending community college. Established to honor the wishes of the original donor, the Endowment Program assists students who may not otherwise have the financial means to continue their education. These scholarships recognize students who demonstrate determination, perseverance, and a strong commitment to achieving their educational goals, while creating opportunities that can positively shape their futures and strengthen our community.

This year, SVEF is especially grateful to once again receive a generous $10,000 contribution from the Walt Fuller Foundation in support of the scholarship program. This donation is particularly meaningful, as the Foundation relies heavily on its annual fundraising events to fund scholarships and educational programs. Jenny Fuller, wife of the late Walt Fuller, proudly serves on the SVEF Board of Directors as our President Elect.

The Simi Valley Education Foundation remains committed to supporting the educational success of local students. Through scholarships and financial assistance, SVEF helps students pursue their dreams and invest in their futures.

👏2026 Scholarship Recipients🏆

Royal High School
• Jordan Downey
• Jasleen Khangura
• Isabel Villa
• Charlotte Gesell

Santa Susana High School
• Gavin Hudson
• Madelyn James
• Eva Varghese
• Naila Syed

Simi Valley High School
• Nandhiha Krishnamoorthi
• Micah Ro
• Priyaank Srinivasan

2026 Two-Year Endowment Scholarship Recipients
• Denise Alvarez – Apollo High School
• Mohammad Hossainzada – Simi Valley High School
• Mina Longo – Monte Vista School

The Simi Valley Education Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing educational opportunities for students in Simi Valley's public schools. Through its annual fundraising efforts, SVEF provides scholarships and endowment awards, as well as grants that support innovative classroom and school programs throughout the district.

For more information about SVEF programs and events, visit www.svef.org, call 877-SIMI-KID, or email [email protected].

The Simi Valley Education Foundation is proud to announce the June Teacher of the Month (TOTM) – Leslie Brooks from Garden Grove Elementary School.

Leslie Brooks teaches a grade 2/3 class at Garden Grove Elementary. Her dedication to student growth is evident in the way she thoughtfully differentiates her instruction to meet individual needs. She is committed to creating a fun and engaging learning experience and brings learning to life in her classroom, designing lessons that are interactive, creative, and meaningful. Leslie’s approach fosters a classroom environment where curiosity is sparked, confidence is built, and every student feels valued and successful.

The Teacher of the Month Program highlights educators across the Simi Valley Unified School District who demonstrate outstanding performance and make meaningful contributions to their students and schools.

Each month, honorees are celebrated with tokens of appreciation from generous community partners, including Chick-fil-A, Grand Canyon University, Harley’s Bowl, Iverson Construction, Logix Federal Credit Union, Simi Valley Chamber of Commerce, Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center, Simi Valley YMCA, Eric Little with State Farm Insurance, Ventura County Credit Union, and the Walt Fuller Foundation. Local dignitaries also present personalized certificates of recognition, reinforcing the strong bond between schools and the broader community.

“Together, we send a clear message that the business community supports and values the dedication of our teachers,” said Ryan Fowler, Board President of the Simi Valley Education Foundation.

Since its founding in 1989, the Simi Valley Education Foundation has invested more than $2.5 million into Simi Valley public schools through innovative classroom grants, school-wide projects, department enhancements, and scholarships for graduating seniors.

For more information about the Teacher of the Month program, please contact Cindy Jacoby at (877) SIMI-KID or visit svef.org.

PHOTO CAPTION:
Pictured from the left at Garden Grove Elementary are: Anthony Avila, representing Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin; Kate Vega, representing Congresswoman Julia Brownley; Maya Goehner from Senator Henry Stern’s office; Eric Elizondo, Logix Federal Credit Union; Shere Grant, Grand Canyon University; Mike Kort, representing Supervisor Janice Parvin; Joseph Ayala, Simi Valley Councilmember and SVEF Board Member; Nicole Perryman, Principal; Leslie Brooks; Elaine Litster, TOTM Chair and Simi Valley City Councilmember; Ryan Fowler, SVEF Board President; Eric Little, State Farm Insurance; Tarja Little, SVEF Board Member; Jenny Fuller, SVEF Board Member; and Jamie Snodgrass, SVUSD Assistant Superintendent of Instruction & Pupil Services.