{"id":31384,"date":"2025-02-06T16:30:58","date_gmt":"2025-02-07T00:30:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goodnews.pylusd.org\/?p=31384"},"modified":"2025-02-06T16:30:58","modified_gmt":"2025-02-07T00:30:58","slug":"placentia-yorba-linda-unified-school-district-announces-nine-2025-employees-of-the-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/goodnews.pylusd.org\/?p=31384","title":{"rendered":"Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District Announces Nine 2025 Employees of the Year"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOn behalf of the Board of Education, I extend my warmest congratulations to this year\u2019s exceptional Employees of the Year. Their remarkable dedication to student success and steadfast service to our community embody the very spirit of our district\u2019s core values,\u201d shared Renee Gray, Acting Superintendent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u2019s 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 \u201cPrize Patrol.\u201d This year’s honorees are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Certificated<\/em><\/strong>

Vicky Corral<\/strong>
Fairmont Elementary School
Teacher of the Year<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rodney Boaz<\/strong>
Valencia High School
Teacher of the Year<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jennifer Garcia<\/strong>
Valadez Middle School Academy
Teacher of the Year<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Classified<\/em><\/strong>

Maria Pelaez<\/strong>
Special Education Aide
Golden Elementary School
Classified Employee of the Year<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ayerim Flores<\/strong>
Secretary
Valadez Middle School Academy
Classified Employee of the Year<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carlos Martinez<\/strong>
Night Custodian
Morse Elementary School
Classified Employee of the Year<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Management<\/em><\/strong><\/strong>

Gwen Redira<\/strong>
Director
Special Education
Certificated Manager of the Year<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adriana Gjersvold<\/strong>
Secretary
Human Resources Department
Classified Manager of the Year<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lorely Meza<\/strong>
Public & Media Relations Specialist
Superintendent\u2019s Office
Classified Manager of the Year<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stay tuned for photos and videos of this year\u2019s \u201cPrize Patrol\u201d celebrations on the district\u2019s Facebook<\/a>, Instagram<\/a>, LinkedIn<\/a>, X (FKA Twitter)<\/a>, and YouTube<\/a> in the near future.
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