Today we’d like to introduce you to Angie Peiris.
Angie, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
“Ms. Angie” grew up in Sri Lanka in a family of teachers who placed the value of education on the same level as family harmony.
Coming to America as a teenager, she quickly realized the opportunities hard work can offer. She graduated from California State University Los Angeles with a degree in finance, before pursuing her Masters degree from National University.
At first, Ms. Angie toiled in the world of corporate finance with Lockheed and then Warner Brothers before she heard about a struggling school looking for a leader. Accepting the challenge, she quit her prestigious position to become an entrepreneur and took up the direction of San Fernando Valley Professional School which was later changed to Brighton Hall.
Combining her passion for children’s education with the business acumen developed in years of corporate finance, Ms. Angie – a mother herself to two grown sons – steered SFVPS to the fully accredited, college preparatory institution that Brighton Hall is today.
“To me, Brighton Hall represents the realization of my dream – to offer talented children a truly great education, along with a learning environment that helps facilitate their career ambitions. My goal is to provide a happy, nurturing, stress-free, creative academic setting, with the best teachers, in which all students can enjoy learning.”
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Not at all. At one point Brighton Hall focused solely on celebrities then after Covid and the entertainment industry shut down, things changes dramatically and the total number of students dropped.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
At Brighton Hall, we pride ourselves on nurturing high school students who are eager to pursue their talents both in and out of the classroom. Our program is designed to empower students with leadership opportunities, inquiry-based projects, and discussions that align with their personal and academic interests. By the end of their journey, each graduate is equipped with confidence, self-knowledge, and the readiness to succeed in their future endeavors.
Our high school courses are dynamic, adapting yearly to student interests, ensuring a vibrant and engaging learning environment. From AP Literature to AP U.S. History, we offer a wide range of subjects that meet California State Board of Education “A-G” requirements and are UC-certified.
Our students have been accepted to many Ivy League schools.
Before we go, is there anything else you can share with us?
Our high school program is more than just academics; it’s about preparing students for life beyond school. Through mentorship and a supportive community, we guide each student towards achieving their full potential.
Our school has open enrollment year round. Any parents that seeking a small school with a 10:1 ratio, where talent and aspiration are nurtured and respected, Brighton Hall is a great choice.
Pricing:
- 19,500 per year
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.brightonhallschool.org/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/discoverbrightonhall/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrightonHallSchool/
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