Classified Employee of the Year: Adan Camarena – Lead Groundskeeper at the Service Center

2024-25 Finalists

Joyce Larsen – Administrative Assistant to the Principal at Acalanes High School

Matthew Hall – Site Technician at Campolindo High School

Edgar Calderon – Gardener at Las Lomas High School

Danielle Warford – Administrative Assistant to the Principal at Miramonte High School

Classified Employee of the Year:  Stephanie Brady – College & Career Center Advisor at Miramonte High School

2023-24 Finalists:

Raquel Ramos – Administrative Assistant to the Principal at Las Lomas High School

Melissa Haldeman – Administrative Assistant to the Principal at Campolindo High School

Tina Gullberg – Attendance/Health Technician at Acalanes High School

Naomi Jacobs – Account Clerk at the District Office

Photo (left to right):  Rebecca Bearce (Service Center) and Edgar Gonzalez (AHS)

Edgar Gonzalez is the AUHSD Classified Employee of the Year. Edgar started working with the District in 2012 as a substitute custodian and was soon promoted to a full-time day custodian. Edgar is a valued member of our classified staff, and is instrumental in keeping the school running efficiently. He takes pride in his custodial duties and it shows. Edgar is always there with a smile and is happy to serve all staff, students and visitors. He is committed to learning new skills and improving himself personally and professionally. AUHSD is proud to honor Edgar Gonzalez as Classified Employee of the Year! 

2022-23 site finalists:
Liana Holcomb-McCann - Wellness Intake Specialist,  Campolindo High School
Antonio Saldaña - Custodian, Las Lomas High School
Jamie Rogers - Instructional Assistant Miramonte High School
Rebecca Bearce - Administrative Assistant, District/Del Valle/Service Center

Photo (left to right): Stephanie Landingin (MHS), Mick McEwen (LLHS), Margo Marcellini (AHS), Carmelita Fritz (Dist. Office)

Michael (“Mick”)  McEwen is the AUHSD Classified Employee of the Year. Mick is a valued member of our school community - a fixture on the Las Lomas High School campus since 2003. Mick’s influence is felt across the district.  As an SEIU president, he truly embodies the philosophy of “servant leader” - no person’s concern is too minor for Mick, and he constantly extends a helping hand or listening ear to people who need his support.  As a site support tech, he is always helping teachers and staff with tech needs and making sure systems on the campus run smoothly. He is a golf coach, softball coach, and gives back so much of his time to brighten the lives of others in his school community. AUHSD is proud to honor Michael (“Mick”) McEwen as Classified Employee of the Year! 

2021-22 site finalists:
Margo Marcellini - Instructional Assistant , Acalanes High School
Stephanie Sliwinski, Attendance and Health Technician, Campolindo High School
Stephanie Landingin, Instructional Assistant Miramonte High School
Carmelita Fritz - Fiscal Analyst, District/Del Valle/Service Center

José Paniagua works as the day custodian at Campolindo High School. José started working with the District in 2015 as a substitute custodian and was soon converted into a full time day custodian at Campolindo. José is omnipresent at Campo, serving all staff, students and visitors and keeping the campus in good order. He is highly responsive to the needs of others. His peers describe him as “caring, helpful and kind." He performs his work with a smile, and is instrumental in keeping the school running efficiently.

The other Classified Employee of the Year Site Finalists:

• Casey Sasner - Wellness Intake Specialist, Acalanes High School
• Arnolfo Cabaljog - Lead Night Custodian, Las Lomas High School
• Annie Lai - Attendance Technician, Miramonte High School 
• Eric Dannewitz - Technology Assistant, District/Del Valle/Service Center

AUHSD Classified Employee of the Year Finalists

The Finalists represent each comprehensive school site with one from Del Valle/Service Center/District Office. The 2019-2020 Classified Employee of the Year Finalists are

John Fowley – Campus Supervisor at Miramonte High School

Russ Andrews – Attendance Technician at Las Lomas High School

Joan Batcheller – College and Career Advisor at Campolindo High School

Jen Wygal – Instructional Assistant at Acalanes High School

Stephanie Thompson – Administrative Assistant at the District Office

AUHSD Classified Employee of the Year

The Finalists represent each comprehensive school site and one representing Del Valle/Service Center/District Office. The 2018-2019 Classified Employee of the Year Finalists are

Michelle Setterbo – School Finance Technician and Attendance/Health Assistant at Acalanes High School

Drew Luk – District Technician at Campolindo High School

Tom Pettry– Head Custodian at Las Lomas High School

Edmond Woo – Custodian at Miramonte High School

Tommy Rodriguez – Lead Maintenance Craftsperson at Service Center

AUHSD Classified Employee of the Year
The Finalists represent each comprehensive school site and one central representing Del Valle/Service Center/District Office.  The 2017-2018 Classified Employee of the Year Finalists are

Laura Stapp – Instructional Assistant at Miramonte High School

Beth Chastain – Registrar at Las Lomas High School

Benji Wadsworth – Custodian at Campolindo High School

Emily Finn – Registrar at Acalanes High School

Stephanie Landingin – Instructional Assistant at Del Valle Transitional Program

The other Classified Employee of the Year Site Finalists:

• Deanna Rauch - Registrar, Campolindo High School
• Michael "Mick" McEwen - Site Technician, Las Lomas High School
• Drue Kendall - Registrar, Miramonte High School 
• Randy Kahrer - Technical Data Analyst, District/Del Valle

Educator of the Year: Monika Voellm – Spanish and HSD teacher at Acalanes High School

2024-25 Finalists

Mark Roberts – Choral music teacher at Campolindo High School

Kara Bloodgood – Counselor at Las Lomas High School

Sharat Gadde – Biology teacher at Miramonte High School

Maria LaHommedieu – Math teacher at Acalanes Center for Independent Study

Educator of the Year: Katie Watson - mathematics and science teacher at Miramonte High School

2023-24 Site Finalists

Jim Karas – Mathematics teacher at Las Lomas High School

Tom Schumann – Mathematics teacher at Campolindo High School

Ken Lorge – Mathematics teacher at Acalanes High School

photo (left to right):  Steve Poling (MHS), Suzanne Morse (LLHS), Evan Sebree (ACIS) and Amy Bellomo (AHS)

Evan Sebree started working for the AUHSD in 2014. Over the years, he has served students with special needs in Learning Skills classes at Campolindo High School and also at Miramonte High School. In 2022, when an opportunity arose in the Counseling Enriched Class at ACIS, Evan jumped in to assist with these very special students, some of whom were not engaging in school due to social emotional issues and a lack of connection. Evan has consistently provided calm and steady support for students in this program. Through his leadership, students are demonstrating growth and moving toward earning a diploma. Each day, he fosters a caring and respectful atmosphere that enables students to feel safe, confident to return to school the next day, and successful. Evan works with general education staff and provides practical suggestions for positive interactions with students in his program. In addition, parents praise his abilities and talent for making life-altering differences in their children’s lives. The District is delighted to have Evan leading the Counseling Enriched Program at ACIS, and applaud him for this wonderful award.

2022-2023 site finalists:

• Amy Bellomo - Special Education teacher, Acalanes High School
• Suzanne Morse - Science teacher, Las Lomas High School 
• David Blumberg - German teacher, Campolindo High School
• Steve Poling-English teacher, Miramonte High School

Photo (left to right): Sarah Frank (MHS), Roxanna Jackman (CHS), Mary Walfoort (LLHS), Tom McNamara (AHS)

Sarah Frank started working for AUHSD in 2015 as a Spanish teacher. Teaching Spanish is not just a job to Sarah -  it is a passion. She believes strongly that students should develop a respect for not only Spanish as a language, but also as a culture.  To see Sarah in action is to see a teacher light up the room with an enthusiasm that is simply infectious. Employing many different strategies, Sarah encourages students to speak, listen and practice Spanish constantly.   She is a member of the guiding coalition leadership team at Miramonte, and cares deeply about the school’s commitment to equity work. Sarah Frank is well deserving of the honor for AUHSD Educator of the Year! 

2021-22 site finalists:
Tom McNamara - Science teacher, Acalanes High School
Mary Walfoort - Librarian, Las Lomas High School
Roxanna Jackman - Science teacher, Campolindo High School

Kristen Plant, public speaking teacher and intervention TOSA at Miramonte High School, was honored as the 2020-2021 AUHSD Educator of the Year. Kristen is an inspiration to all, always looking to grow as an educator, leader and person. She oversees a nationally-recognized public speaking program, makes it accessible, and continually reinvents her approach. Her commitment to racial equity and work as an Equity TOSA have been impactful on school culture and inclusion. Her impact extends well beyond the walls of her classroom or the Miramonte campus. She is truly student-centered, listens to learn and understand from the experiences of others, shows gratitude and humility, and continually demonstrates her commitment to improve the student experience in her classroom, Miramonte, and the District. As one colleague put it: “Kristen is a joyful person; she finds ways to smile at the end of long meetings and tiring days, and she never shies away from sharing her special recipe of humor-- equal parts honesty, self-deprecation, kindness, and wisdom."

AUHSD Educator of the Year Finalists

The finalists represent each comprehensive school site and are truly a group of inspirational educators. The 2019-2020 Educator of the Year Finalists are

Megan Flores – Spanish teacher at Miramonte High School

Marlene Miranda – Spanish, ELD and Leadership teacher at Las Lomas High school

Johnny Johnson – Instrumental Music teacher at Campolindo High School

Randy Takahashi – Math teacher and Athletic Director at Acalanes High School

AUHSD Educator of the Year

The Finalists represent each comprehensive school site and are truly an exceptional group of caring and dedicated educators. The 2018-2019 Educator of the Year Finalists are

Dan Appel – Mathematics and computer science teacher from Acalanes High School

Paul Verbanszky – Social studies teacher and District AGATE coordinator from Campolindo High School

Hanalee Washburn – Lead Counselor from Las Lomas High School

Pete Clausen – Special education teacher and chair from Miramonte High School

AUHSD Educator of the Year

The Finalists represent each comprehensive school site and are truly an exceptional group of caring and dedicated teachers.  I know we would all feel so very privileged to have our own children in their classrooms.  The 2017-2018 Educator of the Year Finalist are

Kelly Ginocchio – Social Studies teacher and instructional coach at Miramonte High School

Kimberlie Fisher – Social Studies and Leadership teacher at Las Lomas High School

Chris Walsh – PE teacher and Yoga guru at Campolindo High School

Katherine Walton – Special Education and Leadership teacher and instructional coach at Acalanes High School

The District Educator of the Year Finalists put forward by each comprehensive school site are:

• Lauren Allen – Psychology teacher at Acalanes High School
• Steve Boone – Automotive technology teacher at Campolindo High School & Las Lomas High School
• China Harvey – Social studies teacher at Las Lomas High School
• Steve Poling – English teacher at Miramonte High School

The District Educator of the Year Finalists are:

• Chris Clark – PE and sports medicine teacher at Acalanes High School
• Betty Watson – Science teacher at Campolindo High School
• Pat Blank – Wood technology teacher at Las Lomas High School
• Cindy Boyko – Computer science and math teacher at Miramonte High School

The District Educator of the Year Finalists are:

• Jada Paniagua – Science teacher at Acalanes High School
• Anu Kuefner – Math and computer science teacher at Campolindo High School
• Karen Carlson – Leadership and math teacher at Las Lomas High School
• Paul Fitxgerald - Social science teacher at Miramonte High School

The District Educator of the Year Finalists are:

• Joe Schottland – Social studies teacher at Acalanes High School
• Jane Kelson - Science teacher at Campolindo High School
• Will Cautero – English teacher at Las Lomas High School

Educator of the Year Finalists are

• Karin Kauzer – Special Education teacher at Acalanes High School
• Nita Madra, Science and mathematics teacher at Campolindo High School
• Marie Ciano – Science teacher at Las Lomas High School
• Dan Shortenhaus – Science teacher at Miramonte High School