Executive Board Members

Jan Geter-Roberson -Board Treasurer

Jan Geter-Roberson is a retired educator, arts advocate, and community leader with 18 years of service in the Los Angeles Unified School District. She has worked as a classroom teacher, mentor, and union chapter chair, always championing culturally responsive instruction and equitable learning environments. She currently serves as a Consulting Teacher with LAUSD, supporting fellow educators through mentorship and professional development.

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Jan is the founder of the After School Arts & Performance Program (ASAPP), a nonprofit that introduces elementary students to a wide variety of dance styles and encourages them to create their own choreography. She also leads an annual Black History Month program for LAUSD schools, featuring student performances in West African dance, drumming, gospel, and soulful harmony groups inspired by classic Black music traditions. Both programs culminate in vibrant showcases that celebrate creativity, culture, and community.

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As Treasurer of the Shirley Hall Bass Foundation, Jan brings strong nonprofit financial oversight and a passion for arts education. She is dedicated to supporting programs that inspire young people and celebrate cultural expression.