Meet our 2025-2026 PTO Board 

Helen Kim, President

Helen is a parent of 3rd and 5th graders and has been a part of the MCP community for three years. I believe that an informed parent is an involved parent and that we each add a lot to our school community in the various talents and ways in we're able to show up.  I love California Native Plants, am often seen gardening on campus, and am rarely seen without coffee!

Mike Kim, Vice President

Hi all, I'm honored to serve as the MCP PTO Vice President this year! I'm the proud father of Gioia Kim who's in Ms. Moy's 4th grade class and Luna who's in 8th grade at GALA. I'm passionate about supporting the unique and special community at MCP, one we've worked so hard to protect through the years, and I look forward to passing the baton of leadership to the incoming parents who have shown up with incredible energy and expertise! I enjoy art and design in all its expressions, pretending to be a jazz pianist, gardening, cooking and entertaining. I also started Brazilian jiujitsu so feel free to throw me around the next time you see me.

Tim Diffley, Secretary

I’m Tim Diffley, a husband and father. One of my sons, Jacob, is in Ms. Moy’s 4th grade class. I joined the PTO in the spirit of “if he can do it, anyone can,” and hoping it might get other parents interested in volunteering. I think MCP is a very special school that derives its strength from its diversity. I believe donating one’s time is more valuable than one’s money, and that we all must serve as advocates for our children. I like to throw footballs, baseballs and basketballs, and kick soccer balls with my kids – just not all at once!

Ericka Dubon, Historian

Ericka Dubon is a proud mom of two—a 10th grader at LACES and a 4th grader at MCP. I’m passionate about staying actively involved in my children’s education and love finding ways to support their schools and learning. In my free time, my family and I enjoy the sun, water, and seafood—it’s our favorite way to unwind together.

Sarah Lange, Treasurer

My family and I are thrilled to be a part of the MCP community. I have two kids at the school—a first grader, Valerie, in Ms. McBean’s class and a third grader, Raymond, in Mr. Dew’s class. Coming from a small town, I never imagined finding such a special neighborhood school in the heart of LA. In my free time, I enjoy cooking, reading, playing pickleball and cheering at my kids’ soccer games. I’m so glad to support the students, teachers and families at MCP as part of the PTO.

Carmen Soto, Spanish Language Liaison

Mom and aunt of MCP scholars. I’m passionate about hands on learning and creating opportunities for development beyond traditional academics. I stay involved with our PTO to support our students, teachers, and community. I love numbers, life, and pizza. 

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