Eric Blofsky

Eric Blofsky attended both Bidwell Junior High and Pleasant Valley High Schools, graduating from PVHS in 2004. Eric was extremely active in student government, Young Life and played on the volleyball team all four years. After graduation, Eric attended CSU Chico where he majored in Political Science. While attending CSUC, Eric continued on with his earlier interests, spending a few years coaching the boys’ volleyball teams at PVHS and working with Young Life and The Bidwell Presbyterian Church youth organization.

Shortly after graduating from CSUC, Eric married his lovely wife, Sarah. In his short tenure since graduation, Eric has continued as a strong leader in all respects.

Eric joined Asset Management Group in January 2008 pursuing retirement plans as his area of focus. He cemented this focus by founding (k)ornerstone 401(k) Services in 2011 with William Rich after they recognized the need for specialists in the retirement plan industry. Today, (k)ornerstone is one of the premier retirement plan consulting firms in the North State.

Eric has earned the Certified 401(k) Professional designation from The Retirement Advisor University™ in collaboration with UCLA Anderson School of Management Executive Education.

In July of 2015, Eric was recognized by the National Association of Plan Advisors as one of the Top 50 Retirement Plan Advisors in the country under age 40. Eric has once again been nominated for this most prestigious award for 2016.

Eric has been involved with several local organizations serving as a youth leader for both Bidwell Presbyterian Church and Chico Area Young Life. He also is a past President of the Chico Rotaract Club. Eric continues to serve his community in other ways. He is the Committee Chair for the Chico Area Young Life and is a board member of the Chico Community Scholarship Association.

In his free time, Eric enjoys playing golf, but even there, he takes with him his sense of obligation for community service. Eric is the President of the Men’s Club at Butte Creek Country Club. He works hard and he plays well; this year has earned Eric the title of 'Men’s Club Player of the Year'.

FAQs

Are Foundation Board of Director meetings open to the public?

Yes! We meet the thirdTuesday of every month in Golden Valley Bank’s conference room at 190 Cohasset Road, Suite 170, Chico. Meetings are from 5-6:30pm. Any change to the meeting time will be listed on our website. Visitors are always welcome.

How does the Foundation allocate funds?

The Foundation allocates funds according to the wishes of the donors. For instance, you may designate a specific program or activity with your donation, or you may make a donation in honor or memory of a loved one or teacher. Both General Funds and Honor/Memory funds ultimately go toward grant opportunities for teachers to develop enrichment programs and provide additional instructional materials. These are projects that benefit all the students and truly develop the environment for a positive high school experience.

Who benefits from PVHS Foundation Funding?

Students! Grants provided by the Foundation enhance the growth and development of all of our students. These classroom-based grants are provided to teachers for educational activities that directly engage students both inside and outside the classroom setting. Your donation provides money for such things as field trips, classroom materials, sports equipment and site improvements. All of these add to each students learning environment and experience.

What is the relationship between the PVHS Foundation and Pleasant Valley High School/Chico Unified School District?

The Foundation is a separately incorporated, 501(c)3 nonprofit organization governed by a Board of Directors comprised of alumni, parents, former PV staff, a current Assistant Principal, and community leaders. The Assistant Principal is a non-voting ex officio member of the Board. They serve as an important link to staff and student leadership and keep the Foundation accountable to serving priority needs of the school. The Foundation works with Chico Unified School District as a partner in pursuing the shared mission of equity and excellence at Pleasant Valley High School.

Who administers the Foundation?

The Foundation is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors comprised of alumni, parents, former PVHS staff, a current vice-principal, and community members. The Board of Directors seeks funds and sets policy according to its bylaws.

The PVHS Foundation is a 501(c)(3), non-profit organization. It raises funds and allocates resources to Pleasant Valley staff and students, enriching programs both academic or vocational and extracurricular.

Why are donations needed?

In general, California schools need more resources. The limit on property taxes enacted by Proposition 13 in 1978 severely decreased overall school funding. When we account for cost of living, California ranks 45th* in per-pupil funding. In order to continue to provide a well-rounded educational environment at Pleasant Valley High School, additional sources of funding to support student enrichment programs, extra-curricular activities as well as capital equipment and improvements must be raised privately through donations.

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