“To Serve As Advocates and Ambassadors of Central Unified”

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Our Mission

To serve as advocates and ambassadors of Central Unified School District by encouraging community investment and involvement in the core pillars.

01. Academics

02. Agriculture

03. Arts

04. Athletics

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Our History

The Foundation for Central Schools was founded in 2004 by parents, staff and community members of Central Unified. The Foundation immediately went to work, by creating grants for classroom projects and teachers. Since its inception, the Foundation has grown to include a scholarship program, jacket & sweater distribution, clothing closets, food distribution and textbook grants. Additionally, the Foundation has provided monetary support to a number of district programs like, History day and Young Authors’ Faire. Plus, assistance for opportunities like students performing at Carnegie Hall. To date, nearly $1.5 million dollars has been raised to support the mission. Today, the Foundation actively advocates for community investment and partnerships to provide high-quality educational experiences for Central Unified. 

2022-20233

Board of Directors

Corbin Gunstream

Chairman of the Board

CFO, Engineered Industrial Products Inc.

Joe Doyland

Vice Chairman

Community Relations Officer, Educational Employees Credit Union

Sarah Ruiz

Treasurer

Clerk, Central Unified School District

Naindeep Singh Chann

Director

President, Central Unified Trustee Area 7

Ketti Davis

Director

Superintendent of Schools, Central Unified

Sharon Shaghoian

Advisor

President, Assistance League of Fresno

Leadership Team

Serena G. Dohi

Executive Director

Foundation For Central Schools

Gilbert Magallon

Public Information Officer

Central Unified / Foundation For Central Schools

Olegario Tapia

Communications Clerk

Central Unified / Foundation For Central Schools

Join Us At Our Next Meeting

3rd Wednesday of The Month Time: 11:30am 
Location: Central Unified District Office and via Zoom.  For more information COntact Us
 

Meeting Agenda & Minutes

2023

  • December TBD
  • November TBD
  • October
  • September
  • August
  • July
    • 19th, Agenda
    • 19th, Minutes
  • May
    • 17th, Agenda
    • 17th, Minutes
  • April – Spring Break
  • March
    • 16th, Agenda
    • 16th, Minutes

2022

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Our Central High School Ag Department is back with their annual cherries sale! Stop by the farm stand today or tomorrow! It's a steal you don't want to miss, 1Lb for $5!

#shoplocal #farmtotableCherries are here!! 🍒 Join us tomorrow (6/2) and Friday (6/3) for our Cherry Sale! Stop by and pick up a pound of fresh cherries for $5.00. (Cash or check made out to Central High School). Check out the flyer for more details! More dates will be posted next week. ... See MoreSee Less

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Our Central High School Ag Department is back with their annual cherries sale! Stop by the farm stand today or tomorrow! Its a steal you dont want to miss, 1Lb for $5! #shoplocal #farmtotable
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Our Central East High School, Danzantes de Tlaloc celebrated their 25th Anniversary Showcase. The Mexican Folkloric dance group, shared their love of Mexican #cultura by performing 30 dances in front of a sold out crowd on Friday Night.

Founded in 1997, the dance group started as an after school program by then Spanish Teacher Alfonso Jimenez. Several years later, the program converted into a class, "Danzantes de Tlaloc" which translates to, Aztec God of Rain. In 2005, Rosa Gonzalez became the director and is the current Director today. Currently, there are over 100 dancers. Most recently, a program has been established to include alumni dancers as performers and instructors. The program concluded the 22-23 school year with the annual Showcase Friday night at the Central East Performing Arts Center. Senior dancers were also highlighted for their commitment and their dance projects, like La Loba del Mal from Baja California: estillo Calabaceado - which was a new dance being performed for the first time. And although this was a bittersweet moment for some dancers, these performances were a true representation of the diversity in the Central Community.

Thank you Danzantes de Tlaloc for including the #Foundation4Central in this beautiful night and we are happy to support the growth of this beautiful program.

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Our Central East High School, Danzantes de Tlaloc celebrated their 25th Anniversary Showcase. The Mexican Folkloric dance group, shared their love of Mexican #cultura by performing 30 dances in front of a sold out crowd on Friday Night. Founded in 1997, the dance group started as an after school program by then Spanish Teacher Alfonso Jimenez. Several years later, the program converted into a class, Danzantes de Tlaloc which translates to, Aztec God of Rain. In 2005, Rosa Gonzalez became the director and is the current Director today. Currently, there are over 100 dancers. Most recently, a program has been established to include alumni dancers as performers and instructors. The program concluded the 22-23 school year with the annual Showcase Friday night at the Central East Performing Arts Center. Senior dancers were also highlighted for their commitment and their dance projects, like La Loba del Mal from Baja California: estillo Calabaceado - which was a new dance being performed for the first time. And although this was a bittersweet moment for some dancers, these performances were a true representation of the diversity in the Central Community. Thank you Danzantes de Tlaloc for including the #Foundation4Central in this beautiful night and we are happy to support the growth of this beautiful program. #VivaDanzantesdeTlalocImage attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment
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They were awesome! Proud of our grizzlies and their awesome teacher!

Today, Central Unified SPED Department hosted the Annual Dr. Seuss Field Day in partnership with Special Olympics Northern California. Central Unified School District K-12th grade SPED Students attended to enjoy a day of adapted athletics and Dr.Seuss. Plus, students who completed each station received a ticket for a chance to win cool prizes like a bike or giftcard!

The #Foundation4Central is happy to take part in such an amazing event by providing snacks, prizes and grants to purchase new adapted athletic equipment. A special thank you to our friends Producers Dairy Foods for donating the bikes and popsicles for our students to stay cool. ... See MoreSee Less

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Yay thank you guys so much for all your help today 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽❤️

Calling All Central Unified Students, 4th-11th grade! Auditions are open for a chance to guest Emcee or Speak at the next District event! Last day to submit your audition is June 5th.

Don't wait! This is your time to SHINE!

Questions? Check-in with your school librarian or call 559.691.6334. ... See MoreSee Less

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Calling All Central Unified Students, 4th-11th grade! Auditions are open for a chance to guest Emcee or Speak at the next District event! Last day to submit your audition is June 5th. Dont wait! This is your time to SHINE! Questions? Check-in with your school librarian or call 559.691.6334.
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There's a special reading corner at Harvest Elementary for Ms. Donat's classroom.

With over 3,000 books available in a variety of reading levels, a reclining chair and cozy seats! During a typical day in the classroom, you will see students curled up with a good book in the classroom library. Plus, the classroom library now provides chapter books on CD.

Thank you Ms. Donat! The Foundation Classroom Project Grant was awarded to Ms. Donate to help students achieve their reading goals, by creating a welcoming and calming space, to engage in the power of reading.

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Theres a special reading corner at Harvest Elementary for Ms. Donats classroom. With over 3,000 books available in a variety of reading levels, a reclining chair and cozy seats! During a typical day in the classroom, you will see students curled up with a good book in the classroom library. Plus, the classroom library now provides chapter books on CD. Thank you Ms. Donat! The Foundation Classroom Project Grant was awarded to Ms. Donate to help students achieve their reading goals, by creating a welcoming and calming space, to engage in the power of reading. #Foundation4Central #readingismysuperpowerImage attachment
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