Principal's Message

Dear Tiger Families,

 

It is an honor to join Sherman Oaks Elementary Charter as your principal, and I am grateful for the warm welcome I’ve already received from so many of you.

 

Sherman Oaks has a well-earned reputation. Our commitment to educating the whole child—academically, socially, and emotionally—shows up everywhere: in our classrooms, our GATE program, our art, music, orchestra, and science enrichment. Our campus is so green that it was named a 2026 California Green Ribbon School. Our teachers are being recognized at the state level, and our families show up for our school, day in and day out. 

 

My priorities this year are to listen and learn from our teachers, staff, parents, and students. I want all students to feel known and challenged, no matter what their level of support might be. And I want to continue the strong partnership among our staff, SOPA, and Governance Council that makes this school special.

 

My door is open. Please say hello at drop-off, join me for Coffee with the Principal, or reach out anytime.

 

Together, we will keep educating students for success in a changing world.

 

With gratitude,

Armen Zarian

Principal