I'm excited to share my progress and updates as current President- Board Member of Garden Grove Unified School Board. at California State University Long Beach.
I've dedicated my career to GGUSD, serving 14 years as an instructional aide and school community liaison and 19 years as a first grade bilingual teacher at Russell Elementary School. While at Russell, I also served as a district bilingual mentor teacher and a parent educator. I retired from GGUSD after 9 years at the District Office as the Supervisor of Parent and Community Outreach. A long-term
11/05/2024
Election day is tomorrow and I am running for re-election.
Rather than worrying about the election results, I find myself thinking back to all that we have accomplished in my four year term as Trustee of the GGUSD Board of Education. It brings me the most immense peace and joy to think back on all the beautiful memories. I have been so honored and blessed to have met the most amazing students, families, and staff.
11/04/2024
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11/04/2024
Every vote counts!
11/04/2024
Dr. Lorena Sanchez (Assistant Superintendent, K-12 Educational Services), Tanya Avina (Director, English Language Programs) and I attended a Native American Heritage Celebration. I learned so much about the culture, diversity and values of Native American tribes. We enjoyed hearing about the stories that have been passed down from ancestors and seeing the proud and talented dancers in their regalia.
Lupe Lopez, Native American parent of 2 of the GGUSD alumni who danced was on the planning committee for this event. She is also an active parent on our GGUSD Indian Grant Parent Committee.
I also had the pleasure of talking to Congressman Lou Correa who shared words of encouragement on my re-election campaign.
10/31/2024
Here's a special event I had the privilege of attending Oct. 29 for the special Celebration of the passage of Assembly Bill 1805. Assembly Member Tri Ta lead the effort in partnership with Senator tom Umberg, Coastline Community College District, members of the Mendez family, the original school districts and other members of the legislature.
AB1805 allows for the inclusion of curriculum materials in California schools on the historic court Case Mendez et al. v. Westminster School District of Orange County et al. (1946).
The case lwas brought by the Estrada, Guzman, Palomino, Ramirez, and Mendez families against the school districts of El Modena, Garden Grove, Santa Ana, and Westminster in 1945 to challenge the practice of school segregation in Orange County. The Ninth Court of Appeals' subsequent ruling upheld the equal protection clause of the 14th amendment and strengthened the argument for Brown V. Education which would be heard in 1954.
10/29/2024
Thrilled to see the impact and positive feedback from the implementation of Career Technical Education at GGUSD! 🌟📚
Grateful for the support of our community, staff, and families who helped bring this vision to life. 🛠️👩💻🖌️🩺⚙️🚘
In my role as Board Member for Trustee Area 1, I have the privilege and honor of meeting our fine GGUSD employees who work diligently to building a brighter future together!
Thank you Bridget Holdermann for your kind words.
Together, let’s keep building on these successes! 💪 ⭐️
10/29/2024
I am running for re-election and every vote matters!
As your school board trustee I’ve worked hard to advocate for our students, staff, and community. Latest update at GGUSD school board meeting, a recap of our award winning district! 🙌 👥🏘️
Together, let’s keep building on these successes! 💪 ⭐️
10/29/2024
Thank you George S. Brietigam - Garden Grove City Council Member, District 1 for your endorsement. I greatly appreciate our partnership in building a brighter future right here at home!
These are my recommendations for the local offices. No matter who you decide, please remember to vote.
10/25/2024
Proud of the progress we’ve made over the years!🙌
As your school board trustee I’ve worked hard to advocate for our students, staff, and community. 👥🏘️
Together, let’s keep building on these successes! 💪 ⭐️