ANCA-Glendale to Honor Distinguished Individuals, Local Organization

GLENDALE—The Armenian National Committee of America – Glendale Chapter (ANCA-Glendale) has organized the first annual ANCA Glendale Award and Appreciation Dinner in order to celebrate and highlight the work and achievements of distinguished individuals and local organizations who have made considerable contributions to the betterment of our community and the City of Glendale. The event will take place on May 17, 2017, at 6:30 p.m. Impressions Banquet Hall 212 North Orange St, Glendale, CA 91203. 

The ANCA–Glendale Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented to Alice Petrossian for the exemplary contributions she has made towards the enrichment of our community throughout her lifetime, and her dedication to public service, beyond the call of duty. Petrossian currently serves as the President of the Los Angeles County Commission for Women; Chair of the ANCA Western Region Education Committee; Past President of the Glendale Adventist Hospital’s Founder’s Guild; and serves on the Board of Directors of Teach for Armenia. She served as Chair of the California Commission for Teacher Credentialing, President of the California Community Colleges Board of Governors, and Trustee of the California State University System and many other commissions and boards.

Throughout her long history of service, Petrossian has also served in the Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) as Chief Academic Officer-Deputy Superintendent and has held multiple administrative positions in Glendale Unified School District, including 10 years as the Assistant Superintendent-Educational Services. Throughout her 44 year career, she has been an educational leader and advocate for all students.

The ANCA-Glendale Youth Activist Award will be presented to Clark Magnet High School Associated Student Body Vice President, John Bandek for his commendable leadership, extensive record of activism, and active engagement in both the community and classroom. Bandek serves as the Chairman of the Principal Advisory Committee at Clark Magnet High School. He is a member of the Glendale Unified School District’s Student Advisory Council, the founder and president of the Science Fair Club and co-president of the Armenian Club. Within the community, John has played a crucial role in the advancement of the Armenian cause. He is a member of the Planning Committee for the Glendale Unified School District’s Armenian Camp, a committed member of the Armenian Youth Federation and an active member of the Homenetmen “Shantâ€