The Solana Beach School District has named Solana Pacific School sixth grade teacher Shelby Cleveland as the certificated employee of the year and Sheila Loyd, an art instructional assistant at Carmel Creek as its Classified Employee of the Year. According to a news release, both employees exemplify the district’s values and mission through their work and dedication to students and the community.
Cleveland has taught in the Solana Beach School District for nine years. According to the release, her mission as an educator is “to ensure that every student, regardless of challenges, has the opportunity to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.”
“Shelby is that unique individual who stands out even among the exemplary, as she makes a significant impact and positive difference on the future of students, staff, and our community every day,” said Solana Pacific Principal Elisa Fregoso in the release.
Loyd is a veteran in education with over 17 years of experience, including eight years at SBSD. Loyd brings a “reflective and innovative” approach to art instruction, creating powerful learning experiences for all students enabling them to share their unique voice and celebrate their heritage. Beyond the art room, Loyd ensures student safety whether at crosswalk duty or overseeing lunch.
“Sheila is the constant professional in finding ways to further educate herself and enrich the artistic and social-emotional needs of our students,” Carmel Creek Principal John Galipault said of Loyd.
SBSD also celebrated the work of the following school site employees of the year.
Certificated Employees of the Year:
Solana Santa Fe: Kristin Coffman, speech language pathologist
Solana Vista: Sarah Diiorio, education specialist
Solana Highlands: Nicolette Dennis, sixth grade teacher
Carmel Creek: Debbie Hacker, third grade teacher
Skyline: Anita Anderson, 3/4 grade teacher
Solana Ranch: Jordan Einbinder, sixth grade teacher
Classified Employees of the Year:
Solana Santa Fe: Kim Rowlands, instructional assistant, media center
Solana Highlands: Haifaa Kamel, instructional assistant, special education
Skyline: Diandra Dubose, PE instructor
Solana Pacific: Kerstin Renschler, instructional assistant, special education
Solana Ranch: Sowon Kim, instructional assistant, special education
Child Development Center: Tiffany Baker, head teacher
District office: Jesus Ivan Peraza, senior maintenance worker
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