LANCASTER, CA - Mays Field @ Brent Newcomb Stadium has a busy schedule Friday, October 17, 2014. Antelope Valley High vs. Littlerock High at the Lopes’ homecoming football game, new members will be inducted into the AVHS Hall of Fame, the grand opening of the newly remodeled AVHS gymnasium, and school alumni Marco & Sandra Johnson will show their continued support of the Athletics & Arts Departments by donating $10,000, on behalf of the Marco and Sandra Johnson Foundation.
The Marco and Sandra Johnson Foundation is a charitable, nonprofit organization established to assist individuals and families in need throughout the Antelope Valley region of Southern California. The Foundation advances this mission primarily through its work to provide charitable services including but not limited to the promotion of education, scholarships, clothing and food provisions. Friday, October 17, 2014, will mark the sixth annual installment of a 10-year, $100,000 commitment that Marco & Sandra Johnson have made to their alma mater, Antelope Valley High School, to help support the Athletics & Arts departments. The check will be presented on Mays Field during half-time ceremonies.
Antelope Valley High School Principal Mrs. Jodie Radford said “AVHS Alumni, Marco and Sandra Johnson, made a selfless pledge of support personally and financially. They have been instrumental in the success of AVHS donor program and their contributions have helped instill pride in our school through the support of arts and athletics. They are tangible examples of generosity, commitment, and pride in our school and community.”
“It’s hard to put into words how much the Johnson’s support has meant to our school, community and the students. They are an inspiration and excellent role models,” said Antelope Valley High School Vice Principal Brett D’Errico.
The athletic and art programs at AVHS were instrumental in training and development for the Johnsons as they focused their attention in high school on professions in both fields. Marco saw his dream of becoming a professional football player in the NFL come true, and Sandra followed her dream and became a professional dancer. “A portion of our foundation was built at AVHS, it’s where we learned hard work and dedication to self and teams. We want each student today to have these same opportunities through athletics and performing arts,” said Marco Johnson.
