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August 13, 2025
AGBU Manoogian-Demirdjian School Acquires New Property to Meet Strategic Expansion Goals
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The Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU) and the AGBU Manoogian-Demirdjian School (AGBU MDS) are proud to announce a major milestone: the purchase of a commercial property located directly across the street from the AGBU MDS campus. As AGBU MDS enters its 50th anniversary school year, this strategic acquisition marks a significant step in the school's long-term vision for growth, excellence, and providing state-of-the-art learning environments for its Preschool to 12th grade programs.
For years, AGBU MDS has maintained one of the strongest reputations in the community, resulting in a consistently high demand for enrollment. With a growing waiting list and potential students turned away each year due to space limitations, the need for expansion has become more urgent than ever.
“This new property allows us to dream bigger,” said David Ghoogasian, Head of School of AGBU MDS. “We are deeply committed to offering a high-quality, Armenian-American education to as many students as possible, and this expansion brings that goal within reach.”
The purchase of the new property will provide the long-term potential to accommodate more students and programs, further enhancing the vibrant academic and extracurricular life for which AGBU MDS is known. With the completed acquisition, plans for redevelopment are just beginning now and more details will be shared as they become available.
“As we celebrate 50 years of educational excellence,” said Kevork Zoryan, Chair of the AGBU Western Region, “this expansion stands as a symbol of our continued growth, resilience, and commitment to the future of our students and our community.”
About the Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU): The Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU) is the world’s largest non-profit organization devoted to upholding the Armenian heritage through educational, cultural, and humanitarian programs. Each year, AGBU is committed to making a difference in the lives of 500,000 people across Armenia, Artsakh, and the Armenian diaspora. Since 1906, AGBU has remained true to one overarching goal: to create a foundation for the prosperity of all Armenians. To learn more, visit www.agbu.org.
About AGBU Manoogian-Demirdjian School (AGBU MDS): Founded in 1976, AGBU MDS is a premier private Armenian American school in Canoga Park, CA, offering a rigorous academic curriculum rooted in cultural heritage, values, and global citizenship. To learn more, visit www.agbumds.org.
Media Contact:
Veronika Karadanaian
Director of Communications, Alumni Relations & Development
AGBU Manoogian-Demirdjian School
vkaradanaian@agbumds.org
