Kent Lee, Vice President

Hello Barnard families! My name is Kent Lee and this is my fourth year on the PTA Board – previously serving as your Treasurer (twice) and Parliamentarian. Our daughter is in 3rd grade and our son is in 1st grade. Our family chose Barnard especially for the sense of community in addition to all the unique learning experiences and opportunities.

Outside of school, we love to stay engaged in the community, take trips to Legoland, and spend time at our local parks and playgrounds.

We look forward to a great school year and to meeting new Barnard families along the way!

Ansel Herz, Secretary

Hello everyone, we are new to San Diego and new to Barnard. 2024-2025 was our first year here and we have loved every minute of it. My son Avi, who is in second grade, raves about his school. We feel so fortunate to have found Barnard and we want to give back so that every student can make the most of this special school.

My background is in journalism and government and I’m honored to serve as Secretary on the Executive Board. I look forward to further building upon the fantastic work of this PTA in the coming year!

Elsa Leon, Community Chair

Hello, I’m Elsa! This is my fifth year serving on the PTA Board and my first year as Community Chair. I previously served two years as Treasurer and two years Financial Reviewer. I am originally from Mexicali, Mexico.

I have three girls – in 8th, 7th and 3rd grade.  This is my eighth year as a Barnard parent, as my eldest two are Barnard graduates. My family and I enjoy spending our free time on road trips, going to the beach, visiting family in Mexico, and playing around our beautiful San Diego area.