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Meet the Team

The Trace Visual & Performing Arts Boosters was founded in 2019 as a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. We are a group of parents, teachers, and community members committed to supporting the arts at Trace Elementary School. Through fundraising and volunteerism, our mission is to ensure the continuation and excellence of our arts programs.

2026-2027 Board Members

Emma Valentine

President
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Cheryl Pulanco

Vice President

Sam Pompei

Treasurer
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Brian Tang

Secretary
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Patty Tomás

Bilingual liason
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bilingual liason

Karla Zendejas

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Keiko Imazumi-Tang

Volunteer coordinator
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Mattie Zazueta

Marketing Coordinator
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​Becky Ododa

PTO Liaison

Miranda Kim

show coordinator
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web manager

Kristopher Yee

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Join Our Team

Curious about joining the board? Or perhaps just have time to volunteer here and there? Reach out and we’ll be in touch about current or future opportunities.