Celebrating Excellence: CUSD Honors Local Teachers at Annual Awards Ceremony

The Capistrano Unified School District (CUSD) recently celebrated its annual Teacher of the Year event on April 24 at San Juan Hills High School. The event was attended by CUSD administrators, Board of Trustees members, and the families of the honored teachers. A total of 59 teachers, one from each school in the district, were recognized for their contributions to education and their impact on students.

During the ceremony, Krista Castellanos, President of the CUSD Board of Trustees, spoke about the multifaceted roles of these educators. She praised them for their leadership, advocacy, and collaboration in education, and their engagement with students, parents, and the community. Castellanos thanked the teachers for their dedication and passion.

Norma Hernandez from Viejo Elementary School was named CUSD Elementary School Teacher of the Year, and Casey Campbell from Don Juan Avila Middle School received the Middle School Teacher of the Year award. Both are also candidates for the Orange County Teacher of the Year. Hernandez, a bilingual teacher who immigrated to the U.S. at age 7, focuses on tailored instruction and play-based learning. Campbell has been recognized for promoting cultural proficiency and creating a supportive environment at his school.

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