OUR TEAM
Our Team is made up of hard-working parents & teachers who pool their talents to provide practical support for our school. Those listed below volunteered to provide leadership this year. Get to know their names and faces, and feel free to ask them if you have questions. Interested in open board positions? Contact us!
Co-President
Tina Arzani
president@opasochonoursociety.org
Tina is in her 2nd year at OPA with one child in kindergarten. She received her BA from CSUF and attended law school thereafter where she achieved her JD. She has been working in the legal field for over 20 years and works part time as when she became a mother, she wanted to be fully involved in her daughter’s life. She enjoys going to Disneyland with her family and traveling. She loves going to the Los Angeles Clippers basketball games as it’s her husband’s favorite team and her daughter enjoys watching the games too.
Co-President
Yekta Dowlati
president@opasochonoursociety.org
Dr. Yekta is in her second year at SOC too! She also has a Kindergartener. She started last year by consistently volunteering for anything and everything.
Favorite Sports Team: Angels!
Co-VP
Brandy James
Brandy has been at SOC now for over 5 years. She has 3 wonderful kids who keep her busy. They are in 2nd, 4th, and 5th. She's a former teacher and she's very excited about this year!
Favorite Sports Team: Lakers!
Co-VP
Melody Huang
Melody has been at SOC forever. She has a 2nd grader and a 7th grader.
Favorite Sports Team: Rams!
VP of Finance
Melinda Lorton
financevp@opasochonorsociety.org
Favorite Sports Team: Australia Cricket
Cathy Estrella
Dean of Fundraising
fundraising@opasochonorsociety.org
Cathy is a mother of 5 and grandma of 3. Her youngest is a 5th grader at OPA SOC. She is a nurse and has her MPH from Loma Linda. She spent 10 years in the US Navy and served two tours in the Middle East. In addition to her medical career, she worked in public affairs for many years. She currently owns a skin care spa in RSM (www.socomicro.com) as well as Cortes Campers California (www.cortescampersca.com) and a boutique publishing company, Jackson Hill Press. Originally from Boston, she's a Patriot's fan. Her passions are spending time with family, traveling and making the world a better place for children.
Dean of Volunteers
Lily Chen
volunteers@opasochonorsociety.org
Hi, my name is Lily. As a graduate of USC Marshall School of Business, I am currently the CEO and CFO of My Loving Home Incorporated. My duties include money management, problem solving, and conflict resolutions. When I am not busy with my work, I am always trying new recipes and creating arts and crafts. I am a dog mom with two amazing and energetic kids. I enjoy learning new cultures and adore nature. I often enjoy hiking and I share my love for the great outdoors with my family. When I’m not playing a chauffeur for my little ones, you can find me volunteering at OPA. I am passionate about volunteering and giving back to my community.
Favorite team: USC Football, GO TROJANS!!!
Dean of Spirit
Shado Shervan
spirit@opasochonoursociety.org
Shado is in her third year at OPA SOC. Looking forward to working with everyone this year. She has a 2nd graders. It's her first time joining the Honour Society.
Favorite Sports Team: Toronto Maple Leafs
Dean of Public Relations
Susan Phipps
Susan has been at SOC for a few years now. She's finally said yes to being on the Executive Board for HS. She has a daughter in 5th grade.
Favorite Sports Team: Green Bay Packers
Parliamentarian
Dee Alford
parliamentarian@opasochonoursociety.org
Dee has one child attending OPA. She currently also serves on the School Site Council Board.
Favorite Sports Team: LA Galaxy
Auditor
Gita Salimi
auditor@opasochonoursociety.org
Gita has a son in 1st Grade this year. She is in her 2nd year at SOC. She's super excited about the book fair!
Favorite Sports Team: Kings
Recording Secretary
Sangeetha
secretary@opasochonoursociety.org
Sanee is new to the Executive board this year. She's super excited about being part of Honour Society and making the meetings happen.
Favorite Sports Team: Utah Jazz
