On Monday, May 18, the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District (PYLUSD) Board of Education proudly hosted its annual Community Honoree Celebration at the Forum Theater at Yorba Linda High School. This cherished tradition recognized 36 outstanding volunteers, one from each of the district’s 34 school sites as well as the adult education program, whose contributions make a lasting impact on students, schools, and the broader community.
Each honoree was recognized for their unwavering dedication and selfless service in support of PYLUSD’s mission to inspire all students through high-quality, relevant educational experiences. These individuals exemplify the district’s core values of excellence, collaboration, integrity, and innovation. Their commitment helps foster a positive learning environment and empowers students to grow into responsible, ethical citizens.
Dr. Liz Leon, Executive Director of Elementary Education, and Mr. Jose Cabrera, Assistant Director of Federal Programs, led the celebration by sharing heartfelt remarks about each honoree’s unique impact. Every volunteer was presented with a “You Are the Advantage” certificate of achievement, a symbol of the district’s sincere appreciation. Principals proudly accompanied their school’s honorees on stage, where they were congratulated by members of the Board of Education and district leadership. Each volunteer also received a commemorative PYLUSD challenge coin as a meaningful token of gratitude.
The theater was filled with applause, laughter, and joyful cheers from family, friends, colleagues, and community members who came together to honor the volunteers. The evening served not only as a celebration of individual contributions but also as a powerful reminder of the vital role that community support plays in the success of every PYLUSD student.
| School | Community Honoree |
| Brookhaven Elementary School | Neisha LeVecke |
| Bryant Ranch School | Lynnsey Jorgensen |
| Fairmont Elementary School | Sheena Keo |
| Glenknoll Elementary School | Brooke Ybarra |
| Glenview Elementary School | Melinda S. Boehler |
| Golden Elementary School | Dan Chaney |
| Lakeview Elementary School | Gina Kay |
| Linda Vista Elementary School | Marissa Bellanti |
| Mabel Paine Elementary School | Silvia Rey |
| Melrose Elementary School | Susan Swinfard |
| Morse Elementary School | Ann Vu |
| Rio Vista Elementary School | James & Priscilla Myles |
| Rose Drive Elementary School | Stefanie Holland |
| Ruby Drive Elementary School | Lydia Sandoval |
| Sierra Vista Elementary School | Tammie Hagen |
| Topaz Elementary School | Iris Marin Osuna |
| Travis Ranch School (TK-8) | Robert Knowles |
| Tynes Elementary School | Li Larson |
| Van Buren Elementary School | Haley Van Ginkel |
| Wagner Elementary School | Stephanie West |
| Woodsboro Elementary School | Penelope Beach |
| Kraemer Middle School | Kristen Mar |
| Orange County School of Computer Science | Lauren Badorek |
| Tuffree Middle School | Jackie Blyleven |
| Valadez Middle School Academy | Alex Lomeli |
| Yorba Linda Middle School | Suzanne Cichuniec |
| El Camino Real High School | Victoria Whan-Himes |
| El Dorado High School | Thuy Louie |
| Esperanza High School | Andrea Ratcliff |
| Valencia High School | Donna Salti |
| Yorba Linda High School | Casey Boyd |
| Buena Vista Virtual Academy (K-12) | Stacy Wong |
| George Key School | Audrey Schroth |
| Parkview School (TK-12) | Aimee Eschenbrenner |
| Venture Academy | Fuad Nassar |
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