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SAVE THE DATE FOR
CELEBRATING OUR SCHOOLS 2026
Thursday, April 30, 2026 5-7PM Pasadena City Hall Courtyard
Honoring Dawn and Jim O’Keeffe
Join the Pasadena Educational Foundation, community leaders, and supporters of public education for Celebrating Our Schools: Aspire 2026, a vibrant evening dedicated to championing the students and educators of Pasadena Unified School District. Together, we help make possible the opportunities that allow students to pursue their hopes and aspirations.
Honoring Dawn and Jim O’Keeffe
Dawn and Jim O’Keeffe are longtime supporters, volunteers, and champions of Pasadena Unified School District and public education. As filmmakers, they produced Go Public: A Day in the Life of an American School District, a powerful documentary highlighting the experiences of students and educators and the vital role public schools play in our communities. Through their advocacy, storytelling, and ongoing service, they continue to elevate awareness and support for public education.
Interactive Student Showcase
Experience hands-on exhibits and presentations that highlight student talent, creativity, and achievement from schools across the district.
In the Courtyard
Enjoy light bites, drinks, and time to connect in the beautiful Pasadena City Hall Courtyard.
Interested in becoming a Sponsor or Patron?
Contact development@pased.org
Become a Sponsor or Patron by March 16 to be included in the invitation!
What a Night!
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Thank you to our 2025 Patrons & Sponsors
VISIONARY
INNOVATOR
Erik & Bridget Berg
PIONEER
Tammy & Tim Godley
Dawn & Jim O’Keeffe
CREATOR
George & Marilyn Brumder
Karen & Tim Burgess
Mimi & Paul Carter
Sarah Deschenes & Ken Farley
Jonathan Fuhrman & Susan Kane
Rick & Myrna Kidd
Julia McCallin & Kevin Strotz
Jennifer Miyake Trapp & Jason Trapp
Jim & Theresa Patterson
Elizabeth Pomeroy
Luisa Rengifo & Luis Navarro
ORIGINATOR
Congressmember Judy Chu
Frances & Craig Dayman • Niki Elliott & Chad Harris • Sharon Lefler
Del Lile • Karina Montilla Edmonds & Carter Dandridge
Angie O’Brien & Dan Smith • Kathy Onoye • Teri Richardson & Warren Bleeker
Dr. Ann Snow & Hon. Richard Honn • LaWayne Williams
LEADER
Chrysallis Wellness Oasis
DBK Consulting Group
Heather Backstrom • Dave Banis • Catherine “Tink” Cheney and Barry Jones
Bart & Sharon Doyle • Claire Dunavan • Joan & John Fauvre • Danny Feldman
Felita & Michael Kealing • Margaret & Jeff Kean • Dorothy & John Matthiessen
Dennis McNamara & Lynne Sullivan • Will & Janet Morris
Anthony Portantino • Michelle Richardson Bailey • Alma Stokes
Laura Treister • Patrick & Magda Zarifian
MEDIA SPONSOR
YOUR SUPPORT OF CELEBRATING OUR SCHOOLS WILL…
Support our vision
that all students in the Pasadena Unified School District thrive in schools that are models of excellence for high‐quality teaching and learning.
Connect you with
more than 300 community leaders, elected officials, educators, parents, and PEF’s loyal supporters at an open-air party in the courtyard of City Hall with great food, drink, and music.
Engage our guests in the award-winning Student Showcase. Students from elementary to high school will inspire everyone with their knowledge and skills in the arts, science and engineering, foreign languages, and so much more.
