Benefactor Aris Stambolian Sponsors New Projects at Chamlian School

Benefactor Aris Stambolian visits a classroom at Chamlian on Jun. 4

Long-time benefactor Aris Stambolian visited Western Prelate Archbishop Kegham Khacherian at the Prelacy on June 4.

The visit came in response to a proposal made by the prelate encouraging donors to support projects that contribute to the advancement and development of Prelacy Armenian.

In this spirit, Stambolian expressed his desire to support Vahan and Anoush Chamlian Armenian School through a new donation designated for projects aimed at the school’s enhancement and continued development.

Archbishop Khacherian expressed his profound appreciation for all benefactions directed toward the Armenian Church and Armenian schools and, in particular, highlighted Stambolian’s longstanding generosity and dedication to the advancement of the Armenian community and its institutions. In recognition of his exemplary compassion and generosity, the Prelate presented him with the “Cilician Eagle” Medal.

Following their meeting, Archbishop Khacherian and Stambolian visited the Vahan and Anoush Chamlian Armenian School, where they were welcomed by Head of School Dr. Talin Kargodorian and School Board Chairman Artin Ghazarian.

The guests toured the preschool and middle school facilities.

At the conclusion of the visit, Archbishop Khacherian and Stambolian attended a special student presentation prepared especially for their visit.

In his remarks, the Prelate once again expressed his appreciation to Stambolian for his generous support of Armenian education and the community. The Prelate concluded by offering his fatherly encouragement and blessings to the entire Chamlian School family, its students, benefactors, faculty, staff, and all members of the community.

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