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Parent Profile
PARENT VOLUNTEERS
DEDICATED FAMILIES.
After touring the campus as an eighth grader, IDEA junior Johnny Serbin was so determined to attend Bosco Tech that he did not apply to any other schools. And mom and dad, Johanna and John, are equally committed to the Tech and its programs.
“We chose Bosco because it was a private school, provided a better curriculum, a tech program, and gave our son the opportunity to succeed. It’s a faith-based school, keeping him focused for his future endeavors,” said Johanna.
As Football Booster president and secretary, Mr. and Mrs. Serbin dedicate their time to furthering those opportunities and fostering an inclusive atmosphere. “We chose to get involved because we saw what the program could be—a family,” Johanna explained. “While we didn’t get to move forward with many of our plans this year because of the pandemic, we got a little piece of heaven when we were scheduled to play two games this season.”
“It was such a turning point for all of us as a football family, we were going to get to see our sons play, after a long uncertain year for football, and we were all glad we didn’t miss it,” she said. “With the support and help of our families, our coaches, and student athletes, we had a successful senior day event, managed to make our seniors feel a little bit of normalcy, and gave a glimpse to all the other athletes that this would, one day, be for them as well.”
“On the evening of our first game, a few parents and students reached out to say how much they enjoyed the day and how special they felt being a part of football. The boosters did it! We managed to make everyone feel welcome “TO EVERY and be a part of our family, and we helped create memories for these young men and moments that will last a lifetime!” PARENT, IF YOU In addition to playing football, Johnny also plays volleyball and ARE THINKING is a member of the Ambassadors Program, Letterman Society, and National Honors Society. He has recently gotten involved in OF GETTING the campus’ car club. Off campus, he has served as a catechism teacher’s helper at East Los Angeles’ Resurrection Church. INVOLVED, DO IT.” “These four years seem like forever, but they fly by so quickly. To every parent, if you are thinking of getting involved, do it,” urged John. “It’s JOHN SERBIN BOSCO TECH PARENT such a rewarding feeling when you are working hard and planning for games and events and the young men notice and take a minute to say ‘thank you.’ Johanna's favorite statement from a team member’s parent was ‘“Mom, they really care about me!’ And we do! We treat every student athlete as if they were our son. Every one of them is a priority!” They are philosophical about their commitment. “It’s important to give back; leave what you are given better than the last person, make it better, and make lasting impressions on these young men so that when they grow older, they too, do the same.” And Johnny? “Bosco Tech has given me more than I could’ve asked from a high school: great friends, great teachers, great extracurriculars,” he said. “It feels like I can graduate and apply what I’ve learned here to the real world. I am glad to have chosen this school and will cherish the memories I’ve made here.”
