On Wednesday, March 19, the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District (PYLUSD), in collaboration with the Placentia and Yorba Linda chambers of commerce, hosted its annual “Principal for a Day” event. This special tradition allows local business leaders and community members to step into the role of a school principal for a morning, gaining firsthand insight into the dynamic world of school leadership.
Guest principals had the unique opportunity to explore school campuses, engage with students and staff, and experience a day in the life of a PYLUSD principal. Many participated in morning announcements, toured classrooms, read stories to students, and observed innovative teaching and learning in action. Along the way, they witnessed the district’s commitment to academic excellence, enriched programs, cutting-edge facilities, integrated technology, and strong community partnerships.
Following their morning on campus, guest principals joined their host principals, the Board of Education, district leaders, and representatives from the Placentia and Yorba Linda chambers for a luncheon and discussion. This gathering provided an opportunity for reflection on the vital role of school principals, the challenges and rewards of leading a school, and the district’s mission to provide an exceptional educational experience for all students.
The Principal for a Day event directly supports The PYLUSD Advantage Focus Area 3.0, “Engaged Community,” which fosters strong partnerships between students, staff, families, businesses, and the broader community.
PYLUSD extends its sincere appreciation to the Placentia and Yorba Linda chambers of commerce, as well as all the community members who participated, for their continued dedication to local education. Their involvement strengthens the connection between schools and the community, creating lasting impacts for students.
Below is a list of guest principals and their assigned schools.
| Elementary Schools | Guest Principal |
| Brookhaven Elementary School | Audrey Jaime |
| Bryant Ranch School | Captain De Anne Wigginton |
| Fairmont Elementary School | Michelle Yanez |
| Glenknoll Elementary School | City of Yorba Linda Mayor Janice Lim |
| Glenview Elementary School | Yesenia Baltierra |
| Golden Elementary School | Nikhil Joshi |
| Lakeview Elementary School | Lisa Sherg |
| Linda Vista Elementary School | Gisele Nguyen |
| Mabel Paine Elementary School | Jeremy Rose |
| Melrose Elementary School | Kacy Engelman |
| Morse Elementary School | Eric Holmgren |
| Rio Vista Elementary School | Nelida Mora |
| Rose Drive Elementary School | City of Yorba Linda Manager Mark Pulone |
| Ruby Drive Elementary School | Debye Payne |
| Sierra Vista Elementary School | Alba Esqueda |
| Topaz Elementary School | Ekta Menghani |
| Travis Ranch School (TK-8) | Amy Choi-Won |
| Tynes Elementary School | Gayle Carline |
| Van Buren Elementary School | Julie Kaufman |
| Wagner Elementary School | Mickey Czegledy |
| Woodsboro Elementary School | Shaun Dymek |
| Middle Schools | |
| Bernardo Yorba Middle School | Claudia Wedel |
| Kraemer Middle School | Roni Amrich |
| Tuffree Middle School | Paulette Chaffee |
| Valadez Middle School Academy | Lori Hsu |
| Yorba Linda Middle School | Lynn Campbell |
| High Schools | |
| El Camino Real High School | Mike Alurac |
| El Dorado High School | Grant Romancia |
| Esperanza High School | John Kalil |
| Valencia High School | Irving Abdala |
| Yorba Linda High School | Jeff Snodgrass |
| Alternative Schools | |
| George Key School/Venture Academy | Zech Jauregui |
| Buena Vista Virtual Academy/Parkview School | Michelle Silvestri |
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