Leadership Team

Michael Kim-Stevens
Faria Principal
My name is Michael Kim-Stevens, and I am honored to serve as the new principal of Faria Elementary School. On behalf of our entire team, I’d like to warmly welcome you to our school community.
As an educator deeply committed to student growth and well-being, I am excited to partner with our talented staff and dedicated families to continue Faria’s tradition of academic excellence and strong character development.

Erick Byrd
Secretary
Erick enjoys working with his boys, helping them grow and learn through new experiences. From house projects and tinkering with cars to school activities, they have fun meeting people and working alongside them. The Faria community has provided wonderful opportunities and has been an influential part of their development. Erick joined FEEF to be more involved with this great community and to help create an exciting future. His family looks forward to many more adventures, both in and out of the classroom, with everyone at Faria.

Pramod Negi
Director Fundraising Lead
Pramod is a proud Faria parent and a happy member of FEEF. He loves working with the school community to support children’s growth and learning. Whether it’s helping with school events or pitching in on new ideas, he enjoys finding ways to make learning fun and engaging. Pramod works closely with teachers, parents, and students to create enriching opportunities both inside and outside the classroom.

Siri Shivakumar
Director IT
It's been rewarding watching my daughters flourish under the care and dedication of its remarkable teachers for past 8 years. I love exploring emerging technologies, giving back to our community, and supporting new parents as they navigate the exciting journey of elementary school.

Richa Gupta
Director Enrichment
As a third-year parent at Faria and a new member of FEEF, Richa is grateful to be part of a community built on collaboration and generosity. It has been a wonderful experience for Richa to meet so many inspiring people and learn from the school’s incredibly talented students. She is excited to contribute by working with parents and teachers to help nurture well-rounded children who are strong mentally, physically, and emotionally.

Meeta Malhotra
President
Meeta is thrilled to return to serving on the FEEF Board with a fantastic team committed to creating a stimulating and successful school for our children. Over the past several years, FEEF has worked alongside Faria staff, teachers, and parents to bring high-quality programs and events to broaden our children's experience. Raised in the Cupertino school district, Meeta is excited to return as a parent now and contribute to our school's distinguished reputation.

Seong Kim
Treasurer
As the new treasurer for FEEF, Seong is honored to contribute to the Faria community. He is a proud parent of two daughters, one of whom will be a first-grader this fall, with the younger joining in a few years. He looks forward to helping build a strong sense of trust and connection within the parent community.

Mahathi Ammu
Director Community Events
As a parent volunteer with two children at Faria, Mahathi began her journey as a room parent and truly enjoyed the opportunity to work closely with students while gaining a deeper understanding of the environment in which they are growing. She is passionate about building strong connections with fellow parents and contributing to the school’s development alongside the community. With a deep love for art and sports, Mahathi was inspired to join the FEEF team. Being involved with FEEF has been energizing for her and has provided a great platform to express creative ideas. She believes that as parent volunteers, the shared goal is to help create a safer and more enriching environment for all children.

Ying M
Director Enrichment
Ying is excited to be part of the Enrichment Team for FEEF. She is passionate about creating fun, meaningful learning experiences that spark curiosity and inspire children. Ying looks forward to teaming up with others to bring even more joy and enriching opportunities to the Faria Falcons.
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