On Wednesday, March 18, 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 longstanding tradition provides local business leaders and community members with the opportunity to step into the role of a school principal for a morning, offering firsthand insight into the multifaceted responsibilities 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 campus visits, guest principals joined their host principals, members of the Board of Education, district leaders, and representatives from the local chambers of commerce for a luncheon and collaborative discussion. The luncheon was catered by the culinary arts students from Esperanza, Valencia, and Yorba Linda High Schools. As part of the event, each culinary program prepared a signature dessert, which was auctioned, raising more than $600 in support of student programs.
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 participating community members, for their continued support of local education. Their involvement strengthens the connection between schools and the community, fostering meaningful experiences and lasting benefits for students.
Below is a list of guest principals and their assigned schools.
| Elementary Schools | Guest Principal |
| Brookhaven Elementary School | Kevin Kirwin |
| Bryant Ranch School | Lisa Sherg |
| Fairmont Elementary School | Janice Lim |
| Glenknoll Elementary School | Jeremy Rose |
| Glenview Elementary School | Juan Carlos Vazquez |
| Golden Elementary School | Rick Ponce |
| Lakeview Elementary School | Pete Grant |
| Linda Vista Elementary School | Bonnie Conte |
| Mabel Paine Elementary School | Lindsay Hagie |
| Melrose Elementary School | Yun Choi |
| Morse Elementary School | Nikhil Joshi |
| Rio Vista Elementary School | Newton Viengkhou |
| Rose Drive Elementary School | Sumir Desai |
| Ruby Drive Elementary School | Brian Steen |
| Sierra Vista Elementary School | Kristy Fletcher |
| Topaz Elementary School | Kevin McCobb |
| Travis Ranch School (TK-8) | Shaun Radcliffe |
| Tynes Elementary School | Joe Rasic |
| Van Buren Elementary School | Zeferino Gonzalez |
| Wagner Elementary School | Laurana Tetzlaff |
| Woodsboro Elementary School | Dominic Ramos |
| Middle Schools | |
| Bernardo Yorba Middle School | Lynn Campbell |
| Kraemer Middle School | Ekta Meghani |
| Tuffree Middle School | Gisele Nguyen |
| Valadez Middle School Academy | Shaun Dymek |
| Yorba Linda Middle School | Jeff Snodgrass |
| High Schools | |
| El Camino Real High School | Humberto Macias |
| El Dorado High School | Paulette Chaffee |
| Esperanza High School | Mayor Carlos Rodriguez |
| Valencia High School | Roni Amrich |
| Yorba Linda High School | John Kalil |
| Alternative Schools | |
| George Key School/Venture Academy | Captain De Anne Wigginton |
| Buena Vista Virtual Academy/Parkview School | Michele Severson |
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