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Friends of Mark Twain is the school's Booster Club, made up of a group of parents, guardians, other adult family members, teachers, staff, employees, and stakeholders who are committed to raising money for specific projects to benefit Mark Twain Middle School. Our mission is to support the school by providing the resources necessary to enhance the educational and school-life experience of the students. We work closely with the school administration and staff to identify areas where we can make the greatest impact. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our students!  JOIN THE BOOSTER CLUB 

2026-27 FOMT BOARD MEMBERS

Zoe Ahn 25-27
Lonnie Arnold* 26-28
Perry Happy Bailan 25-27

Savannah Citron* 26-28

Polly Dyson 25-27  

Chaka Forman 25-27

Teresa Gains* 26-28

Nikki Gilbert 26-28

Erin McCarthy* 26-28
Bernadette Preciado 
25-27
Serene Rabah* 26-28
*New members

2026-27 FOMT BOOSTER CLUB OFFICERS
FOMT President: TBD

FOMT Vice President: TBD

FOMT Secretary: TBD

FOMT Treasurer: TBD


2026-27 FOMT BOARD OFFICERS

FOMT Board Chair: TBD
FOMT Board Vice Chair: TBD

FOMT Board Secretary: TBD

FOMT Board Parliamentarian: TBD

 

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2026-27 FOMT COMMITTEE CHAIRS

Annual Fund Drive: TBD

Banners: TBD  

Beautification: TBD

Communication (newsletter): Nikki Gilbert
Communication (website): Nikki Gilbert

Cultural Events

 • AAPI Festival: TBD 

 • Black History Celebration: TBD 
 • Hispanic Heritage Celebration: Jessy Barahona

8th Grade Events: 

Hospitality: Nikki Gilbert

Silent Auction: Darcy Hughes

Spirit-wear:  Kristi Vernetti Rangel

Sports: Polly Dyson

Teacher/FOMT Liaison: Polly Dyson

Grant-Writing Committee:  TBD

Dine Outs Chair: Joan Mateo-Bartoli

(Committe Descriptions)

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About Us

The Friends of Mark Twain (FOMT) is a booster club dedicated to supporting Mark Twain Middle School through fundraising, volunteering and community outreach. Our goal is to help students, parents/guardians, faculty and staff by providing the resources they need to thrive throughout the school year.

© 2026 Friends of Mark Twain Middle School. All rights reserved.

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