On February 6, 2025, the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District (PYLUSD) proudly unveiled its 2024-2025 Employees of the Year. These eight outstanding individuals were nominated by their colleagues or supervisors, who highlighted the exceptional contributions they make to the district, going above and beyond in their roles. Each nominee was also recognized for embodying the district’s four core values: excellence, collaboration, integrity, and innovation.
“On behalf of the Board of Education, I extend my warmest congratulations to this year’s exceptional Employees of the Year. Their remarkable dedication to student success and steadfast service to our community embody the very spirit of our district’s core values,” shared Renee Gray, Acting Superintendent.
Continuing a proud district tradition, PYLUSD surprised each Employee of the Year at their school site or department with a special celebration. On February 6, members of the district’s executive leadership team, along with the Presidents of the Association of Placentia-Linda Educators and California School Employees Association (CSEA), hit the road for the much-anticipated “Prize Patrol.” This year’s honorees are:
Certificated
Vicky Corral
Fairmont Elementary School
Teacher of the Year
Rodney Boaz
Valencia High School
Teacher of the Year
Jennifer Garcia
Valadez Middle School Academy
Teacher of the Year
Classified
Maria Pelaez
Special Education Aide
Golden Elementary School
Classified Employee of the Year
Ayerim Flores
Secretary
Valadez Middle School Academy
Classified Employee of the Year
Carlos Martinez
Night Custodian
Morse Elementary School
Classified Employee of the Year
Management
Gwen Redira
Director
Special Education
Certificated Manager of the Year
Adriana Gjersvold
Secretary
Human Resources Department
Classified Manager of the Year
Lorely Meza
Public & Media Relations Specialist
Superintendent’s Office
Classified Manager of the Year
To commemorate their achievement, honorees received a check courtesy of SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union and a commemorative plaque from the district. We extend our sincere thanks to SchoolsFirst for their continued partnership and support.
The district also expresses its deep appreciation to all Employee of the Year nominees. Your dedication and hard work in preparing every PYLUSD student for success are truly valued and recognized. Selecting just a few honorees from our exceptional and compassionate staff is a challenge each year.
Stay tuned for photos and videos of this year’s “Prize Patrol” celebrations on the district’s Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X (FKA Twitter), and YouTube in the near future.
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