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SAN BERNARDINO, CA — In honor of National Teacher’s Appreciation Week, Supervisor Joe Baca Jr. has recognized five influential educators who go above and beyond for their students. All the educators chosen are from San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools, Rialto Unified School District, Preschool Services Department, San Bernardino City Unified School District and Colton Joint Unified School District. These teachers have significantly changed the lives of hundreds of students in our community and that is why they were chosen to be honored this year.
- Jill Weigmann: Special Education Program Teacher at Eisenhower High School.
- Laurie Hicks: Reading Specialist at Dollahan Elementary School.
- Irene Perez: Pre-School Services at the Boys and Girls Club.
- Keith Brockie: Art and Demonstration Teacher at Arroyo Valley High School.
- Matthew Johnson: Engineering Pathway Lead at Colton High School.
“As a past educator myself, I know the feeling of wanting to see my students grow and achieve their goals. Pushing and encouraging our students is the first step into them learning to be confident in the work they create. The role of a teacher in society is extremely important and I cannot thank them all enough. My experience as a teacher has taught me characteristics that are forever instilled in me today, and these five teachers chosen for this year’s appreciation week are just some of the few who have changed the lives of students for the better. -Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr.
