Thank you to our 2024-2025 committee!

Belong Committee

Belong is a district-wide, parent-led committee fostering inclusivity and belonging within the Hillsborough City School District (HCSD) community. The committee’s goal is to partner with the District to provide an inclusive and supportive environment that represents and uplifts all of our children and to raise awareness and a sense of belonging within our community.

2025-2026 Belong Committee Members:

Co-Presidents: Sanjana Reddy and Zeryn Sarpangal

Communications Chair: Chenchen Feng

School Events Co-Chairs: Aya Takeuchi and Jennifer Merrill

Parent Community Co-Chairs: Laith Salma and Nisha Ahluwalia

Communication Team Member: Nancy Loh

Crocker Representatives: Amy An, Bahrig Mikaelian and Wendy Yeh

North Representatives: Lara Brumlow, Rebecca Kaplan and Slava Nelson

South Representatives: Merrin Thompson, Sarah Jacobsohn and Ani Vartanian

West Representatives: Kari Schiro and Kat Hai

District Liaison: Kim Oliff

What does Belong do Enable Its Goals:

Creates and shares resources that foster a sense of belonging within the school and community
Works with the district to organize and run initiatives like Building Belonging Week
Serves as liaisons and advisors to school Parent Groups and the District
Hosts parent and family education events
Supports and helps implement Districts Evolved Essential outcomes especially around Inclusive Community Members, Effective Communicators and Global Change Agents

Upcoming Events:

Building Belonging Week (at all elementary schools): September 15-19th 2025

Crocker Community Carnival on Oct 17th 2025

Crocker Building Belonging Week Oct 20-24 2025

Ruby Bridges Walk: November 14, 2025

Please reach out to your school representatives.

How to Get Involved:

Follow us & reach out to any of your school representatives directly to learn more. We are always looking for volunteers and welcome ideas on how to foster a greater sense of belonging in our schools and community.

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