(Photo Courtesy of Fairmont Schools) As the pandemic evolves, schools and families take a look at what a post-COVID campus looks like. As the 2021-22 school year ends, most students were able to go to prom, graduate on stage, throw their caps up and hug their friends. This school year,...
(Photo Courtesy of James Alvarez) A local dad turns tragedy into teaching and helps other dads become the best they can be. The worst night of James Alvarez’s life could have broken him. It could have poisoned the rest of his life. Instead, he channeled his grief into a mission...
Each year we ask you our readers to submit nominations for those educators, employees, and administrators that consistently go above and beyond the call of duty. Those who innovate, dare to make a change at their schools. Those who inspire students and other staff members to reach their full potential....
Augustine Cheung Heritage Oak Private School “This nomination is an honor. It means that hard work and dedication does not go unnoticed. I am thankful to my directors and peers for believing in me.” Lynda Donovan Our Lady Queen of Angels School “I am humbled to be...
Jeff Baldo Servite High School “It is a blessing to be part of a community that allows its teachers to make their classrooms their own unique learning environment for students. … This nomination is truly a celebration of all of the amazing people in my life.” After a stint in...
(Elizabeth Zoellner/Photo Courtesy of Ralph Palumbo) Elizabeth Zoellner, Commonwealth Elementary School in Fullerton Elizabeth Zoellner’s son was only 2 when she first became a teacher. Last year, her son graduated from law school. “My teaching has definitely evolved over the years as I helped my own child navigate the educational...
Meet the judges for the Top Teacher & Employee Awards of 2022... From Parenting OC Publisher Randall Tierney Editor Jessica Peralta Marketing & Events Coordinator Madison Amirehteshami Top Teacher Philip Chow, Beckman High School Top 10 Teacher Sara Hosseini, Aliso Viejo Middle School Jesus Silva, Teacher, Nicolas Junior High School, Fullerton...