Our Story
Aim High Learning Services was founded by a committed education professional, Jeanne Shamim, who has over 40 years of experience in elementary, secondary and post-secondary education.
Mrs. Shamim holds a Master's degree in English and professional certifications in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) from UCLA and Education from CSUN.
Mrs. Shamim has also been actively engaged in the community throughout her educational career.
She currently serves as Co-Chair of the CAAEYC Public Policy Legislative Work Group, advocating at the state level for policies to expand education access.
She has served on the President's Advisory Board for Pasadena City College for more than six years, where she advised on initiatives to further access to students from diverse backgrounds.
Commendations & Recognition
Aim High Learning received recognition for our service to Pasadena City College (PCC) by Assemblymember Ed Chau and Senator Carol Lui. Aim High coordinated the annual event Pathways to Success sponsored by the College and the AAPI Advisory Committee to the PCC President to promote access to education in the Greater San Gabriel Valley.
Community Events
Aim High Learning Services hosted free annual public awareness events in celebration of the National Week of the Young Child which was attended by parents, children and elected officials. Event sponsors have included S.C. Edison, Pasadena Fire Department, Trader Joe's and Ralph's Supermarkets and others.
Senator Carol Liu recognized our contributions to the community and also attended our events. We have been honored by State Assemblymembers, State Senators, Pasadena Councilmembers and the Mayor of Pasadena.
Education Advocacy
Jeanne Shamim has served as honorary board member on other nonprofit boards, including the Community Advisory Board for KCET, public television for over 12 years. In celebration of Asian Pacific Heritage month, served as a member of the Community Advisory Board of KCET-TV for more than 12 years, including service on the committee that selected Local Heroes Award Recipients recognizing exceptional nonprofit leaders for their service to communities throughout Los Angeles County.
Mrs. Shamim was honored with a Certificate of Appreciation for serving on the Steering Committee for Los Angeles Unified School District construction/upgrade for San Fernando Valley schools.
She also served on the Pasadena City College President's Advisory Board for APIs for over 12 years.