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School  Board  ​

​To contact the school board with your suggestions & concerns e-mail to: board@ferrahian.org
If you encounter access problems, please copy & paste this email address in your e-mail program.
School Board Members 2022-2023
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​Vahe Benlian, Chairman
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Mr. Vahe Benlian is a Real Estate Developer who received his Master’s degree in Business Administration from Woodbury University.
Vahe and his wife, Arda, are parents of alumnae (’17 and ’19). 


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Garo Hovannisian, Esq., Vice-Chairman (Alumni, Class of 1986)
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Mr. Garo Hovannisian received his Juris Doctorate from UC Hastings
College of Law. For over 25 years, Garo has been an attorney
specializing in insurance coverage. Garo and his wife, Arsineh, are
parents of an alumnus (’19) and two current students (’22 and ’28).

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Dr. Sareen Sorfazian, Secretary
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Dr. Sareen Sorfazian has a Master’s degree in Business Administration and received her Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership from the University of La Verne. She is an Adjunct Professor and currently owns and operates an e-commerce business. Sareen and her husband, Hovsep, are parents of two current students (’31 and ’35).


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Dr. Barouir Deirmenjian, Treasurer
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Dr. Barouir Deirmenjian received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry. As founder and CEO of a dental group, he owns and manages multiple dental offices. Barouir and his wife, Dr. Sandra Deirmenjian, are parents of two current students (’25 and ’27).


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Salpy Aprahamian (Alumni, Class of 1991)

Mrs. Salpy Aprahamian received her Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy from California State University, Northridge. She is the President of Salara Enterprises Inc., Restaurant Group. Salpy and her husband, Ara, are parents of two current students (’23 and ’27).
 

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Kevork Artinian
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Mr. Kevork Artinian received his Bachelor’s degree in Business
Administration and Management from the University of Arizona. He is
currently a field supervisor for an insurance company.
Kevork and his wife, Kelly, are parents of a future student (’40).
 

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Ared Menzilcian

Mr. Ared Menzilcian received his bachelor’s degree in Business
Administration – International Finance from the University of Southern California. He is the owner of M. M. Jewelers and the managing partner of Arus, LLC. Ared and his wife, Karin, are parents of an alumna (’19) and a current student (’26).
 

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Kris Demirjian, Esq.

Mr. Kris Demirjian received his Juris Doctorate from Loyola Law School. He is the founder of Demirjian Law Firm specializing in business
litigation, employment litigation, and personal injury. Kris and his wife, Alida, are parents of two current students (’34 and ’36).
 

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Alex Beylerian, CPA (Alumni, Class of 2002)

Mr. Alex Beylerian received his Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Loyola Marymount University. He is currently the COO of his
family-owned manufacturing business. Alex and his wife, Christine, are parents of two current students (’35 and ’38).

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Nora Demirjian-Kardzair, Esq.

Mrs. Nora Demirjian-Kardzair received her Juris Doctorate from the American University, Washington College of Law. She went on to receive her Master’s degree in Law from Georgetown University. Nora is an
Associate Area Counsel at the Internal Revenue Service. She and her husband, Raffi, are parents of two current students (’28).

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Armen Norendzayan

Mr. Armen Norendzayan and his wife, Stephanie, are parents of an alumnus (’19) and a current student (’22).
 

​The school board is appointed by the Prelacy Board of Regents for a two-year term and is composed of 5-9 members. The school board is accountable to the Prelacy Board of Regents and is responsible for all financial affairs of the school. The school board’s treasurer/accountant oversees the school’s finances.
 
The academic duties and responsibilities of the School Board are as follows:
-Assist the principal in the implementation of the curriculum by developing the necessary means 
-Assist the principal in the interpretation of school-standardized exams
-Assist the principal in organizing teacher education seminars and provide the school personnel with educational resources
-Discuss with the principal his/her performance evaluation of the faculty and staff.
-Discuss with the principal/director his/her evaluation of applicants for teaching and staff positions
-Presents its performance evaluation of the principal to the Board of Regents by the end of June. This evaluation shall be based on the guidelines established by the Board of Regents.
 
The financial duties and responsibilities of the school board are as follows:
-In cooperation with the principal, prepares the yearly budget by the end of February and determines tuition and registration fees. In developing the budget it shall consider the annual pay of the teachers and staff which should be within the guidelines established by the Board of Regents.
-Is responsible to balance the budget. To this end it shall develop plans and programs to raise funds. It cooperation with the principal shall determine tuition discounts. Present the annual budget to the Board of Regents for approval.
-The implementation of the budget is the responsibility of the principal and preschool director. The school board ascertains that it is implemented as planned. The school board approves any changes to the budget.
-The school board oversees construction expenses, major purchases, renovations, care and maintenance; it receives bids and analyzes them. All expenditures exceeding $50,000.00 require the approval of the Board of Regents.
-The Board of Regents oversees all school expenditures, including accounts payable and receivable, salary, taxes and fees, insurance, retirement funds, school-parent associations, alumni affairs, and the financials of all school committees.
-The school board initiates and oversees all fundraising activities. Funds that were raised for specific programs or projects shall be allocated only to that specific project.
-All fixed funds that were raised for specific programs or projects shall be allocated only to that specific project. Such funds shall not be used as collateral for loans. For the use of fixed funds the school board shall obtain the concurrence of the Board of Regents.
 
  • Home
  • Profile
    • Cabayan School Overview
    • School Purpose
    • WASC-SLO-18-19
    • WASC Approval Letter
    • ​School Facilities and Designation
  • Admin
    • Hours of Operation
    • School Holidays
    • ​Administrative Staff & Faculty 2022-2023
    • Counseling Services
  • Enrollment
    • Registration >
      • New Student Admission
      • Textbooks & Uniform Sales
      • Miscellaneous Expenses
    • Tuition & Financial Aid >
      • Registration & Tuition Fees
      • Tuition Payment Policy
      • Financial Aid Policy
  • Rules
    • Disciplinary Measures
    • Attendance
    • Classroom Rules
    • Illegal Acts
    • Common Area Policies
    • Privacy and Safety Considerations
    • Dress Code
    • Daycare and Supervision
    • After-School Daycare Programs
    • Transportation and Parking
    • Rules Pertaining to Parents
    • Nutrition Policy
    • Parental Portal Setup
    • Safety & Emergency
  • Academics
    • Promotion & Retention
    • Curriculum
    • Grading Policy
    • Standardized Testing
    • Homework Assignments
    • Academic Awards
    • Monetary Awards
    • Summer Programs
    • Summer Reading
    • Textbooks K-5
    • Grade Level Supplies >
      • Kindergarten School Supplies
      • First Grade School Supplies
      • Second Grade School Supplies
      • Third Grade School Supplies
      • Fourth Grade School Supplies
      • Fifth Grade School Supplies
  • Activities
    • Athletics
    • Committees >
      • Committees By-Laws
      • School Board
      • Parent Support Committee
      • Fathers' Club
    • Field Trips
    • Activities
    • Fundraising
    • Lunch Menu
    • Photo Gallery >
      • PHOTO GALLERY 2022-2023
      • Photo Gallery 2021-2022
      • Photo Gallery 2020-2021
      • Photo Gallery 2019-2020
      • photo gallery 2018-2019
      • Photo Gallery 2017-2018
    • Student Talent
    • Upcoming Events
    • Yearbook >
      • Yearbook 2021-2022
      • Yearbook 2020-2021
      • Yearbook 2019-2020
      • Yearbook 2018-2019
      • Yearbook 2017-2018
    • Videos
  • Calendar
    • Annual Calendar 2022-2023
  • Contact
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