ABOUT US
The Downey Foundation for Educational Opportunities (DFEO) is a 501c3 non-profit, providing before and after-school enrichment programs for Downey Unified School District's TK-8th grade students. DFEO's Access Program provides an academically enriching, health-conscious, and safe environment, dedicated to developing youth voice and leadership, active and engaged learning opportunities, and enhancing social-emotional growth of program participants. The goal of the Foundation is to expand on its mission, with the ultimate goal of preparing students for success.
VISION
PREPARING STUDENTS FOR SUCCESS
MISSION
Empowering students by providing equitable, affordable, and accessible enrichment programs that expand their interests, talents, confidence, and independence.
Board of Directors
Matthew Knox
Board President
Kaye Quintero
Board Treasurer
Gavril Gabriel
Board Member
Elizabeth Gomez
Board Member
Ozzie Macedo
Board Member
Vijay Patel
Board Member
Win Powell
Board Member
Advisory Board
Claudia M. Frometa
Downey City Council
Dr. John Garcia DUSD Superintendent
Linda Salomon Saldana
DUSD Board of Education
DUSD Liaisons
Wayne Shannon, Ed.D.
Assistant Superintendent
Mary Edge-Guerra
Coordinator of Extended Day Programs
DFEO Executive Management
Sheila Tetangco-Bartolone
Executive Director
Laura Hurtado
Programs Director