Etiwanda School District

The Alsarama family would like to give a huge shoutout to Mrs. Geye at Etiwanda Colony Elementary School for being an amazing teacher to their daughter, Mariam. Her love, support, and dedication to teaching are truly admirable. Thank you for making Mariam’s first year at Etiwanda Colony such an exciting and wonderful experience. We were lucky to have you as her teacher.
Mariam would also like to say, “Thank you for always helping me, Mrs. Geye!”

Shout out to the completing candidates in the ESD Induction Program!

For the past two years, these educators have successfully engaged in the district’s state-accredited program to clear their California teaching credentials. Their dedication, perseverance, and commitment to students have been inspiring to watch.

These photos capture just a few special moments as they celebrate alongside their administrators, district leadership, mentors, program leaders, and families. Congratulations on this incredible accomplishment and on the bright future ahead in education!

Last call for High Fives for the 2025-26 school year!

Do you know a student or staff member who went above and beyond this year? We want to celebrate them! Send a photo and a short description to dosocialmedia@etiwanda.org.

If we receive a large number of submissions, we will continue sharing High Fives throughout next week as well. Let’s finish the school year strong by recognizing the amazing people across ESD!

Ms. Sumlin is highlighting her RSP aide, Mrs. Twineham, at D.W. Long Elementary School. For more than 14 years, Mrs. Twineham has been making meaningful connections and supporting learners with diverse needs. She goes above and beyond by delivering intensive instruction, assisting with progress monitoring and data collection, and building strong relationships with students. She is truly an asset to the RSP program at D.W. Long. Mrs. Twineham is part of the reason students are so successful in gaining the skills they need before transitioning to middle school.

Krysabelle Ponce de Leon would like to recognize Mrs. Salas for making every day a great day with her smile, kindness, and caring heart. She shared that Mrs. Salas has made a lasting impact as a 5th grade teacher and helped create so many special memories throughout the school year. Thank you, Mrs. Salas, for the positivity and care you bring to your students each day!

Mrs. Marquez and Ms. Neise of CLOUDS Falcon Ridge want to send a huge thank you to our amazing classroom aides Ms. Julie and Ms. Deanna! Our classroom would not run as smoothly without each of you, wonderful ladies. Your patience, kindness, support, and dedication make such a difference every single day. Our students are so lucky to have such amazing bonus teachers who help them learn, grow, and feel loved. We appreciate everything you do more than words can say!

East Heritage PTO treated the staff today as a special thank you for all they do each day. Their continued support and generosity help make the school community such a positive and welcoming place for students and staff alike!

Mrs. Lange is giving a big shoutout to her incredible support staff, Ginny, Marissa, and Chantel. This dream team consistently goes above and beyond to support learning and help keep students safe each day. Their dedication, positivity, and teamwork have made this school year such a productive and uplifting experience. Mrs. Lange and her students are truly grateful for all they do!

Grapeland’s SDC TK-1st team is celebrating the “hidden heroes” who support both the teacher and students every day. Their dedication, teamwork, and care help create a positive learning environment where students can thrive. Behind every great teacher is an amazing team of teaching assistants, and together they make the best team!

Mrs. Juarez is highlighting her aide, Mrs. Biedenbach, in recognition of her kindness, dedication, and care. She is deeply appreciated for the time and effort she puts into supporting others each day. Her work does not go unnoticed and makes a meaningful difference.

A big shoutout from Michelle Carney to Mrs. Amaya for being absolutely amazing! Her support, dedication, and willingness to help made such a difference this year. Thank you, Mrs. Amaya, for everything you do to support students and staff each day!

Ms. Jackie would like to send a high five to her awesome STARS support staff! They have made this year run so smoothly and make sure that our students love coming to school every day. Our jobs as teachers wouldn’t be possible without our amazing aides!

After 36 wonderful years at Caryn Elementary School, we celebrate Mrs. Bruce and the incredible impact she has made on generations of students and families. Thank you for your dedication, kindness, and the countless memories you have given our school community. Wishing you a retirement filled with joy, relaxation, and new adventures. Thank you for the memories, Mrs. Bruce!

The Nguyen family would like to thank Mrs. Galvan, Mrs. Mobley, and the staff at Colony C.L.O.U.D.S. Preschool for the incredible impact they’ve had on Anderson during his two years there. Anderson has learned and grown so much, and his love for dinosaurs has truly flourished. Thanks to their teaching and encouragement, he can proudly name so many different types of dinosaurs. Their care and dedication have made such a meaningful difference in his preschool journey.

Ximena and Monica would like to give a shoutout to the best kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Schauer! The amount of love and patience she shows all of her students is truly amazing. They want her to know that her hard work and dedication do not go unnoticed. She has made such a lasting impact, and she will be greatly missed!

Shoutout to Carrie Huerta for all she does to support students each day! She helps the class run smoothly with her patience, efficiency, and positive attitude. Her kindness and dedication make a difference, and students and staff are so grateful for her support!

A shoutout from Eli goes to his kindergarten teachers at Windrows Elementary, Mrs. Stafford and Mrs. Boone, for making his first year such an unforgettable and exciting experience! Eli is so grateful for the kindness, support, and encouragement they have shown throughout the year. He feels so lucky to have such wonderful teachers!

A shoutout goes to Mr. Notarte, an incredible SLPA who makes a lasting difference every single day! His dedication, patience, and ability to connect with students help them find their voices and build confidence. The speech team, along with the students he supports, are so lucky to have him.

What a fun way to celebrate Employee Appreciation Week! Grapeland Grizzlies showed their school spirit by dressing up like their teachers and principal for the day. From a mini Principal Beitler to a mini Mrs. Oceguera proudly sharing the same “Sí Se Puede” message, the campus was full of smiles, creativity, and appreciation for the staff who make a difference every day.