May 4, 2023
By Kelli Gile, WVUSD Office of Community Resources
WALNUT, CA—Walnut Valley USD paid tribute to the outstanding Class of 2023 retirees during a May 3 ceremony.
A total of 45 employees including teachers, classified personnel, and administrators were recognized with personal tributes for outstanding dedication to students and schools.
“Their unwavering commitment and dedication have left an indelible mark on our district,” said Dr. Diane Perez, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources who co-hosted the event with Human Resources Director Dr. Seth Bond.
Retirees walked the red carpet during the outdoor ceremony held at Diamond Bar High to receive gifts including a personalized travel satchel, WVUSD retiree sash, and certificates from local officials.
“Our 2023 retirees have amassed a remarkable 1,103 years of services in Walnut Valley,” Bond said.
“We are incredibly grateful for their remarkable contributions and look forward to celebrating their legacy today.”
Congratulations to the following retiring staff members: Gloria Alegria, Nutrition Services Worker I, Chaparral Middle School, Dr. Susan Arzola, Principal, South Pointe Middle School, Tami Barry, Technology TOSA, Educational Services, Chris Belcher, Spanish Teacher, Walnut High School, Naiya Chadha, Instructional Aide II – Special Education, Walnut High School, Li Nai Chang, District Bilingual/Bicultural Language Technician, Wayne DiMascio, Custodian I, Walnut High School, Rosabel Enriquez, Child Care Attendant II, Child Care, Amy Erickson, Math Teacher, Suzanne Middle School, Jackie Erlanson, School Psychologist, Special Education, Louie Fernandez, Mechanic III, Transportation, Alina Gallardo, Technology Teacher, Diamond Bar High School, Richard Garcia, Nutrition Services Worker I, Walnut High School, Susan Goytia, Bus Driver, Transportation, Lina Harjadi, Nutrition Services Worker I, Evergreen Elementary School, Carrie Harvey, Elementary Teacher, C.J. Morris Elementary, Scott Jardine, Physical Education Teacher, South Pointe Middle School, Shirley Jew, Nutrition Services Worker I, Nutrition Services, June Kim, Instructional Aide II – Special Education, Evergreen Elementary, June Kim, Instructional Aide II – Special Education, Evergreen Elementary, Nancy Lamb, Spanish Teacher, Walnut High School, Nancy Lamb, Spanish Teacher, Walnut High School, Marita Lorenzo, Nutrition Services Worker I, Evergreen Elementary School, Evelyn Astorga-Lovato, Administrative Secretary, Superintendent’s Office, Raul Macias, Custodian, Suzanne Middle School, Lisa McIntire, School Nurse, Suzanne Middle School, Ena Mendez, Bus Driver, Transportation, Art Montano, Driver/Custodian, Walnut High School, Debbie Moore, Job Coach, HARTT Center, Deanna Moreno, Math Teacher, South Pointe Middle School, Chiara Morgan, Science Teacher, Walnut High School, Nancy Miles, Social Studies Teacher, Chaparral Middle School, Carrie Oi, Instructional Aide II – Special Education, South Pointe Middle School, Judy Olmos, English Language Arts Teacher, South Pointe Middle School, Patty Puckett, Bus Driver Trainer, Transportation, Kelby Riley, Child Care Site Supervisor, Child Care, Victoria Saucedo, Instructional Aide III – Special Education, Evergreen Elementary, Les Schaefer, Math Teacher, Diamond Bar High School, Olga Silva, Noon Aide, C. J. Morris Elementary, Angel Singleton-Morgan, Instructional Aide III – Special Education, Evergreen Elementary, Richard Soikkeli, Language Arts Teacher, Suzanne Middle School, Kathy Twitchell, Instructional Aide II – Special Education, Suzanne Middle School, Dr. Bob Van Setten, Education Specialist, Walnut High School, and Linda Woods, Education Specialist, HARTT Center.
“We wish you good health and abundant happiness as you off to begin your next chapter!’ Perez said.
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Walnut Valley USD celebrates the 2023 retirees during a ceremony held May 3.
Walnut Valley USD officials pay tribute to the 2023 retirees during a red-carpet recognition ceremony.