The following state awards of recognition from the California Council for Adult Education for outstanding accomplishments in service of adult schools, adult employees, and adult school students will be presented at the Chuckwagon Lunch and Awards in Fresno California on May 4, 2012 at the 2012 CCAE State Conference.
Click on the link below to view the awards program:
2012 CCAE State Conference
Chuckwagon Lunch and Awards Program
May 4, 2012 (PDF)
Chris Nelson—Oakland Unified School District, Adult & Career Education
 George C. Mann served as the Chief of the Bureau of Adult Education and Executive Secretary for CCAE in the 1940’s and 1950’s. During his twenty-two year career as an adult education leader, the concept of public school adult education in California went from dream to reality. His affectionate nickname, “Mr. Adult Education,” was inspired by his devotion and tireless work on behalf of public school adult education. It is fitting that our highest honor bears his name.
In each of the roles he has filled in almost 30 years as a professional educator, Chris Nelson has demonstrated extraordinary commitment to students, colleagues and the profession, innovating, leading, and collaborating for his schools, CCAE’s Bay Section and for CCAE as a state wide organization. Chris has been a member of CCAE for 22 years and has been actively involved at Chapter, Section and State levels for many years. Most recently, he headed the conference planning for the 2011 CCAE/COABE joint conference in San Francisco, work which was made more difficult by the decline in state of funding in California for adult education, the poor economy in general, and a strike threat which affected hotel negotiations in San Francisco. As assistant development director for San Francisco’s Recreation
Center for the Handicapped (now the Janet Pomeroy center), Chris was involved not only in developing and delivering educational programming for center clients, but also professional development workshops for the teaching staff and the more than 100 volunteers he managed. In 1983 Chris joined Mount Diablo Adult Education as an instructor, where he taught subjects ranging from older adult physical fitness to the full range of high school subjects offered to concurrently enrolled students. His pattern of “above and beyond” became apparent as he participated actively on the school’s WASC committee.
In 1987, Chris began as Vice Principal for Albany Adult School, a position he would fill for 10 more years. In 1995, he was also appointed Summer Principal of Albany Adult. While serving at Albany, between 1988 and 1997 Chris was also the Director of the Skills Center for the nonprofit Episcopal Community Services in San Francisco, a position in which he conceived and brought to fruition several ground-breaking initiatives in bringing education and training programs to homeless and low-income students. He co-founded the Supportive Housing Employment Collaborative, and served on the Chamber of Commerce Subcommittee on Homelessness. Chris was recognized by the California Department of Education for creating a statewide model program for homeless adult education services. In November, 1997 Chris joined Martinez Adult Education as Assistant Director, and all his teaching, administration and program development skills came to bear as he not only managed the many fiscal, programmatic, supervisory and administrative aspects of this role, but also took the initiative to improve and strengthen his adult school’s relationship with the community and local k-12 educational body. In 2002, Chris joined Oakland Adult and Career Education as the principal of two campuses at opposite ends of the city of Oakland, which housed programs at opposite ends of the Adult Education spectrum: Pleasant Valley Adult School, the home of the Older Adults and Adults with Disabilities programs, and Edward Shands Adult School, base for the High School Diploma, Career Technical Education, and GED programs. His leadership by example and unfailing respect for teachers and students created and fostered close communities within each school, as programs grew in size and numbers. In 2005, as part of a major program restructuring, Chris was appointed Assistant Director of Operations and Services for OACE, assuming responsibility for operations for all of the Oakland adult education system, which was comprised of three major campuses, dozens of satellite sites and community-based teaching locations which served over 26,000 students annually and employed over 300 individuals. Chris Nelson is not only a consummate professional adult educator, but he is also an unfailingly kind, compassionate and caring individual who is universally liked and respected. Chris’ apparently mild and gentle manner are deceiving – they veil some deeply held convictions and commitments to equity and service to the most disadvantaged members of our community. Chris thoroughly deserves this and a great deal more recognition for his integrity, decency and commitment to service.
Cleve Pell—Montebello Community Adult School
 This award honors the memory of Dr. Robert Rupert whose 23 year career in adult education culminated in his service as the Assistant Superintendent of Adult and Occupational Education in the Los Angeles City Unified School District. He began his career teaching junior high school science then, quickly moved into adult education. As an administrator, he was well known for his belief that adult administrators hold positions that demand a twenty-four hour-a-day commitment. The list of his service in the AEALA and CCAE is too long to include here, as is the list of his awards and honors. In words too brief, he put into place many important changes and led adult education with unmatched dedication and wisdom.
As Director of Montebello Community Adult School, Mr. Pell’s vision and strong leadership skills have been instrumental in developing innovative academic and career technical programs. These educational opportunities greatly enrich the lives of those who are served, and aid in making the Montebello Adult program an outstanding success. As Superintendent of the Montebello Unified School District, he continues to be a compelling, passionate advocate for adult learners. In both roles, as Director and Superintendent, he empowers and encourages the staff to take ownership of their program and to make it the best program possible.
To quote Mr. Pell, “this is YOUR program, YOUR classes, YOUR students, and if we want to make it better, it’s up to US to work harder to make it happen.” He believes that having access to education is a civil right for all people and that working in Adult Education is not a job, but truly a mission to serve the poor, the disadvantaged, and the disenfranchised. Her fervently believes that everyone deserves the same opportunity to acquire the tools and skills necessary to fulfill their hopes and dreams.
Mr. Pell is well informed on political issues. When categorical programs were suddenly thrust into Tier III flexibility in 2009, he immediately knew the dire consequences that this action would have on Adult Education. As flexibility was implemented, he developed a plan of action that included the establishment of a working committee.
For over two years now this committee, under Mr. Pell’s guidance and determination, has built relationships with legislators, legislative committees, key legislative aides, and government agencies including the CDE, The Legislative Analyst Office, and the Little Hoover Commission. Data collected by this committee provided these groups with tangible evidence of the devastating effects of flexibility on Adult Education programs.
Mr. Pell is a true believer of the need in today’s society to be politically involved. It is this belief, along with the present state of Adult Education in California, that has been the driving force in raising awareness. Mr. .Pell’s vision was to focus attention on Adult Education throughout California. Visits to local legislators, trips to the State Capital, letter writing campaigns and the cooperation of a local legislator led to the development and passage of AB189. Through his guidance and leadership the working committee developed and disseminated the only Adult Education Funding Survey in the state. This survey was designed to compile information on how Categorical Program Flexibility has affected adult schools state wide. The committee analyzed and summarized the results of the survey, which were shared with legislators, representatives of the LAO, the Little Hoover Commission, the CDE, the Superintendent of Public Instruction, ACSA, CAAEA, CCAE and California Adult Educator.
Mr. Pell has always believed that Adult Education should be vigorously supported and promoted, It has been said that chapter involvement in CCAE depends on the support of the top administrator, and Montebello is the “poster child” for that saying! Due to Mr. Pell’s leadership, Montebello Chapter, with nearly 200 members, is the largest chapter in South Coast Section. The mighty Montebello Chapter has had a significant leadership role in CCAE at the local, section, state and national levels for over 35 years, and for the last 20 years, Montebello has been led by Mr. Pell’s vision and belief that a strong involvement in CCAE assures a strong say in determining the future of Adult Education.
Extraordinary times call for extraordinary leaders and Mr. Pell is that extraordinary leader. The passion, commitment, and unwavering determination that Mr. Pell brings to Adult Education are contagious and act as a catalyst to get others involved. It is OUR program, OUR classes, OUR students, and OUR leader that inspires us to go into action to make things better for Adult Education.
Chapman Convalescent Hospital is a facility that every educational
institution dreams of collaborating with in hopes of providing its
students with the optimal education experience. It is because of their
assistance that we, Riverside Adult School, have the opportunity to
provide the community with the highest functioning CNA graduates
possible. This wonderful experience all starts with the facility’s
welcoming culture. Each member of Chapman Convalescent Hospital,
from the Administrator to the Housekeeper, greet and welcome the
students. In fact a common statement that we often hear is, “We are so
glad you’re back. Thank you for coming.” These and other positive
and encouraging interactions with our students impact their overall
learning experience.
Additionally, the Director of Nursing and nursing staff assist the
instructor and students in finding learning experiences that will support
our educational goals. Moreover, they are willing to take the time to
provide critical feedback to the instructor and the students in order to
reinforce the learning experience. For instance, it is not uncommon for
the Director of Nursing, Barbara Crable, to take time out of her day to
speak directly to the student on a job well done or about feedback that a
resident may have given her about the student, or even words of
encouragement on those days when the job did not go as expected.
When opportunities exist, this clinical facility employs Riverside Adult
School graduates and gives them their first professional job. At our
most recent CNA graduation ceremony, Ms. Crable came to our
ceremony to be a guest speaker and offer her personal congratulatory
remarks. Riverside Adult treasures the relationship with Chapman
Convalescent Hospital — they truly have been a Partner in Adult
Education!
This award is presented to retiring or retired CCAE members, who have had outstanding service to CCAE at the chapter, section, or state levels.
Sandra Cropper—Fresno Adult School
 Sandy Cropper began her career at Fresno
Adult School in 1983. A large influx of
Southeast Asian refugees had arrived in
Fresno and teachers were desperately
needed. Sandy knew she wanted to teach
adults, so she went in for an interview at
the school and started teaching the next
day!
Over her long career at Fresno Adult,
Sandy taught almost every level of ESL.
She was extremely dedicated to helping
her students learn English. She was at
school every morning before most people
get out of bed. She would be in her classroom working before 6:30 am
every day. Her students knew that she was there early, and many of
them showed up at 7:00 am or earlier to start the day with their teacher.
Sandy went above and beyond what was required of a teacher. She
took advantage of staff development opportunities like no one else.
Every year, teachers are required to fulfill two staff development
activities. Sandy attended them all. She was constantly learning and
applying her new knowledge, especially of technology, to her
classroom.
Sandy taught beginning level ESL for the last several years of her
career. She taught in different modalities and in detail until she was
sure that everyone understood. She was patient, treating every student
with respect. Even though they spoke limited English, Sandy’s students
knew that she cared about them and that she gave them everything she
had every day. It is rare to find a teacher with such enthusiasm and
dedication. Sandy Cropper was a very special teacher whose student
greatly appreciated all that she did to help them learn English.
Sandy has been an active member of CCAE since 1983. She has served
as President and Secretary of the school chapter and is past President of
the CCAE Central Section.
Sydney Farr—Fresno Adult School
Sydney Farr began her career in Adult Education in 1989, as a GED instructor at the Center for Independent Education, as part of Career Vocational Education. She moved to Fresno Adult School in 1992 when she was given the opportunity to teach in the newly developed Vocational Program. Sydney was offered the chance to co-create the two-week Pre-Employment Preparation Workshop (PEP), which became her 14 year teaching assignment. PEP was a prerequisite for all vocational training programs in what developed into the Career and Technical Education Department. Medical, Computer and Service Pathway students learned to make their way around the school and programs during these two weeks. During that time students developed important relationships with fellow students, the student services office and school staff. Sydney loved welcoming and encouraging new students. She supported students as they gained self awareness through academic and personality assessments, practiced interpersonal and study skills, and integrated career search methods into their coursework. Sydney says she most enjoyed supporting the students as they reached out and stretched themselves to gain more of their potential. It was a constant source of inspiration to see students overcome tough obstacles and reach their goals.
Sydney semi-retired in 2006. She continued to teach part time for the next year at Fresno Adult School as a Tech mentor, and in the last two years she was part of the newly developed Foodservice Technician I training program at the Chavez campus café, The Grapevine Restaurant. Presently, Sydney works in the Community Education Program as an instructor, as well as a substitute for the Food Service Technician I Training Program.
Carmen Gloria Garcia—(Retired) El Monte-Rosemead Adult School
Carmen has been involved with adult education for over 25 years and has been a member of CCAE for about the same amount of time. She has been very active in and supportive of CCAE at both the chapter and section level. She has p r e s e n t e d wo r k s h o p s a t conferences and other adult schools, and Carmen has consulted with other schools for Distance learning.
Prior to her retirement, Carmen was a full time instructor at El Monte-Rosemead Adult School. In the evenings and on Saturday she also worked as a Department Chair for Bassett Adult School and as a consultant for Hacienda La Puente Adult School. She is truly an exceptional teacher.
She is an outstanding recruiter for CCAE, encouraging all staff members to join. Although retired, Carmen continues to attend many conferences for CCAE, CATESOL, OTAN and CALPRO. She has held offices on both sectional and state boards over the years, providing valuable assistance and support.
Carmen is well liked and respected by fellow teachers and staff, she prides herself in keeping in tune with current trends in adult education by continuing to attend workshops and conferences.
Jerry Green—Castro Valley Adult and Career Education
Jerry Green is an administrator known statewide as a leader among his peers in the field of adult education. His 38-years in public education includes 25 years in K-12 as a teacher, counselor and site administrator. For the past 13 years, he has immersed himself in the world of adult education. He is known as a strong advocate for California Adult Schools and their symbiotic relationship with local school districts in providing literacy instruction, workforce preparation and community development that directly and indirectly supports success in K-12 schools. During Jerry’s tenure, CVACE has collaborated with over twenty community agencies to provide instructional and support services including externship for medical students family assistance, memory academies for adult and job placement for developmentally disabled students. Additionally, the adult school now has 9 courses that articulate with the community college for student credit. Jerry believes that an adult school can and should be integral to the success of K-12 schools and students. With this in mind he has provided summer enrichment programs for K12 students, credit recovery classes for high school students, the use of the adult school computer labs for K-12 inservices, and a selection of free classes for district staff.
Collaboration is the key to success and Jerry practices it as an Adult School Director. The school’s vision of learning was developed by staff and is supported by the school community. Part of this vision is to place greater emphasis on learning results. This is the driving mechanism for departmental, curricular and staff development decisions.
When one walks on the CVACE campus, it is evident that Jerry believes in a safe, well functioning and esthetically pleasing learning environment. At all times Jerry demonstrates a professional ethic and dedication to the field of Adult Education.
Robert Murio—Napa Valley Adult School
Bob began teaching high school subjects/social sciences at Napa Valley Adult Education in 1997. He became an integral part of the Napa County One Stop partnership co-located on a middle school campus until 2002. Bob advised One Stop clients/students about academic and career training choices during those years while continuing to teach high school subjects. In 2004, Bob became the supervisor for ASE/ABE/GED programs. He supervised the evening program on our new campus and provided advising to in-coming students and on-going support to teachers and students to ensure that students achieved their educational goals. Bob is currently semi-retired yet still works part-time advising and overseeing some of our ASE and credit recovery programs.
Bob’s role as teacher, advisor and supervisor is infused with a passion for learning and a fervent desire to help others discover that passion within themselves that excites them and motivates them to successfully complete their studies. He has advised hundreds if not thousands of students and has played an active role in helping them move beyond perceived and real barriers to find their own way into a more promising future. Bob participates fully in whatever he does; he brings enthusiasm, energy and heart into every project or every counseling session or every class he teaches.
Bob is a strong advocate for adult education at the state level and has participated in CCAE Legislative Action Days in the past. He provides a strong, reasonable and passionate voice for the preservation and expansion of adult education, believing it to be vital to the social and economic well-being of our state and nation. For the past 8 years, Bob has played a vital role in North Coast Chapter’s Wine Auction, our annual fund raiser. He has solicited and obtained items for auction, helped with planning, setup and served as our MC during the event. He also planned and organized a Golf Tournament to support CCAE, a daunting undertaking. Bob has regularly attended CCAE meetings and has given generously of his time to support the organization.
Bob believes that “adult education needs to be at the cutting edge when it comes to innovative change. It is mandatory that we reflect the kind of creativity and passion that will drive the programs not only to meet the needs of our population of students but also to demonstrate to the political pundits that adult education is invaluable in creating a successful economic environment.”
Dr. Lanny Nelms—Harbour Community Adult School
Dr. Nelms has been a member of CCAE for 38 years and has held every office at the local and state level that CCAE has to offer. He worked for LAUSD for 48 years and for the ten years before he retired, he was Principal of Harbor Community Adult School in San Pedro. He had three walls in his office covered with plaques in recognition of his many, many, many contributions to education and the community, and a refrigerator full of Diet Pepsi for anyone who stopped by. He is the kind of guy who worked 12-hour days and always found time to write thank-you notes.
He has absolutely been a force of nature in adult education, as an advocate in Sacramento who helped write legislation that actually passed, and by advising everyone in the Adult Division of LAUSD who matters, AND their uncles. He has a gift of being able to bring people together and getting them to talk sense. He has mentored literally hundreds of teachers and administrators, helping them to take the next steps in their careers and supporting them when things were tough. He treated everyone, no matter what their employment or social status, with respect and care.
Even though he is semi-retired, Dr. Nelms is working with LAUSD Board Member, Dr. Richard Vladovic. Dr. Nelms is a Board Members of the San Pedro Chamber of Commerce, in charge of the San Pedro Holiday Parade and still active on the Chamber’s Arts and Education Committee. He sits on the State Legislative Policy Committee and is the area Vice President of legislative affairs for the Association of California School Administrators.
Susan Stanley—Mt. Diablo Adult School
Susan Stanley started out with a B.S. in History, earned an elementary teaching credential as a reading specialist and began teaching elementary school. After a short time, “Susie,” began her real career as an adult educator that has lasted for more than thirty five years. She has taught with Mt. Diablo Adult Ed, Hayward Adult Ed and West Contra Costa Adult Ed. In 1999, Susie became a full time Coordinator with Mt. Diablo Adult Education.
Throughout her career, Susie has been dedicated to providing Lifelong Education based on solid standards and teaching practices. To that end, she was a key member of the East Bay Older Adult network. She also served on the Board of the Contra Costa Adult Day Health Network and is currently on the Board of Friends House where she provides an adult educator’s viewpoint. She was awarded Teacher of Excellence for Mt. Diablo Adult Education.
Susie’s devotion to providing high quality education for adults in a professional manner has been evident throughout her career. She provided professional development both at Mt. Diablo Adult Education and through CCAE conferences and workshops at the chapter level, section level, state and national conferences. She has been an active CCAE member doing fund raising, holding positions on the Contra Costa Chapter and Bay Section Board, and chaired a position on the CCAE/COABE national conference. The Contra Costa CCAE chapter would have been hard pressed to register so many members, and provide such exemplary professional development without her hard work and commitment. As chair of the Door Prize committee for the national CCAE/COABE conference, she worked hard to generate a multitude of donations from a great variety of sources. This year she is the president of the CCAE Contra Costa Chapter and serves on the CCAE Bay Section Board.
Susie’s dedication to her profession has not only positively touched the lives of many students over the years, but she has also been a model amongst her peers of tenacity and passion for lifelong education.
 The following state awards of recognition from the California Council for Adult Education for outstanding accomplishments in service of adult schools, adult employees, and adult school students will be presented at the Wagon Master's Awards Breakfast in Fresno California on May 5, 2012 at the 2012 CCAE State Conference.
Click on the link below to view the awards program:
2012 CCAE State Conference
Wagon Master's Awards Breakfast Program
May 5, 2012 (PDF)
Bay Section
Gretchen Lammers—Martinez Adult Education
Gretchen Lammers began teaching English
as a Second Language at Martinez Adult
Education (MAE) in 1990. In her 21 years
at MAE, she has served as an ESL
instructor, ESL Department Coordinator
and Assistant Director.
Although it can be difficult for some ESL
students to attend on a regular basis, no
one wanted to miss Mrs. Lammer’s class—
not even for a single day. Students learned
so much and so fast , that many returned
home with fantastic stories about this
incredible teacher, and they were telling
these stories in English!
As the ESL Department Coordinator, Gretchen started the ESL Student
Council (which continues today), one of the first in California for ESL.
She also started the annual Martinez Institute of English International
Faire. This International Faire, held every May involves the ESL
students and teachers, and serves as an occasion for all MAE students,
district employees and community members to share international
food, culture and friendship.
Also, while serving as ESL Coordinator, Mrs. Lammers created the
ESL Distance Learning Program. She initiated the Basic English
Computer Class and the Computer Aided language Lab for ESL
students. She worked with the Business Training Center to allow ESL
students to registers in selected classes so that they could experience the
collaborative nature of the American work place.
Peg Fitzgerald—Campbell Adult and Community Education
Peg Fitzgerald has always had a passion for
helping adults learn. With a degree in
Anthropology and years of experience as a
social worker and educator she, “helps
students do what they need to do to get
where they want to be.”
She first came to Adult Education in the late
1980’s when she joined the staff of the
Metropolitan Adult Education Program
(MAEP) on a part-time basis. Very quickly
her talent as an educator was recognized
and she was given an increasingly diverse
portfolio of responsibilities. Soon the
MAEP administration hired her on full-time
giving her the title of High School/GED Curriculum Specialist, in
addition to her teaching and other duties. One of the highlights of Peg’s
experience with MAEP and learning technology was when she worked
with other program coordinators to customize and implement the
PLATO Learning System at MAEP’s campuses.
Peg came to Campbell Adult and Community Education (CACE) in
2010, where she works as a Curriculum Specialist and high school
subjects teacher. She helps coordinate the ASE program, developing
curriculum and training teachers. In addition to teaching her own
classes for adults, she works closely with the district team to develop
and coordinate an expanded credit recovery program for a diverse array
of high school students. Peg’s comfort with instructional technology
and familiarity with PLATO has led her to use innovative technologies
to create web-based classes and adapt PLATO as a learning
management system. She was asked to share her innovations at the
national PLATO user’s conference in Minnesota in November 2012.
As an integral part of the CACE Leadership Team, Peg continues to be
involved on many different levels of school-wide planning and
innovation seeking to provide service to the “whole” student.
Central
Section
Debbie Jury, RN—Clovis Adult Education
Debbie Jury received her Associate Nursing
Degree from New Mexico State University
and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing
from CSU, Dominguez Hills. She has
worked as a hospital Staff Nurse, Charge
Nurse and Trainer in all areas of the
medical field. She is also an accomplished
lecturer and writer, having had numerous
articles published in prestigious healthcare
journals. Before coming to teach at Clovis
Adult Education, Debbie was employed by
the local Community Hospital and was a
healthcare business owner.
Debbie Jury is an individual with boundless energy, high moral
character and she is an outstanding healthcare educator as well! She is
constantly challenging her students while continually working to ensure
her instructional material is relevant and current. Mrs. Jury serves as an
excellent mentor/teacher to nursing students at the adult school.
Students describe her as "energetic", "able to make difficult concepts
understandable" and "a teacher who allows us to practice and acquire
new skills while providing a safety net of direction and supervision".
Mrs. Jury possesses a "can do" attitude and continually encourages
students to excel in their clinical and theory assignments. Student
success and achievement is always Debbie’s goal! Students know she
cares and that she is willing to spend the extra time with them to make
sure they understand the concepts and skills being presented. Mrs. Jury
is a team player, always willing to step up to the plate and take on
additional responsibility in order to benefit a student’s education. In
recent years this included working weekends, evening shifts and twelve
hour days. Students have said that Mrs. Jury makes learning fun and
exciting! She also serves as an excellent role model for nursing
professionals in their development of team work, flexibility and
positive attitude.
Lori McClintick—Visalia Adult School
Lori McClintick is a graduate of CSU
Hayward. She worked in private industry
prior to her work in Adult Education. She
worked at Fremont Adult School prior to
coming to Visalia Adult School where she
has worked for the past nineteen years. She
is currently in the process of completing her
Masters degree in Administration at Fresno
Pacific University.
Mrs. McClintick has taught a variety of
courses over the years including ESL, Job
Readiness, Retail Sales, ABE, GED and CAHSEE prep classes.
Currently, she is teaching Adult Basic Education and the new GED
Boot Camp Prep classes. She has always demonstrated an interest and
commitment in the implementation of new programs at Visalia Adult
School. This past summer she was an integral part of the development
and implementation of the GED Boot Camp, a six week program
designed to expedite student success in completing all GED exams.
In her day to day teaching Mrs. McClintick cultivates a mutual respect
in her classroom and demonstrates a genuine concern for each student
who attends her classes. She has always advocated that not only do
students need to learn academic skills to be successful in the workforce
or college but need crucial workplace skills that will lead them to
sucess in life. Lori McClintick is the connection to school for many
students and she changes the lives every day in her classroom.
LA Metro Section
Eleanor Comegys—Los Angeles Community Adult School Westside CAS
Eleanor Comegys has been involved
with teaching Adults English as a
second language since she tutored her
first student privately in 1988.
She has spectacular teaching abilities.
She creates a class which not only
follows the DACE course outline and
CASAS mandates, but also has a
variety of activities which help
students improve their speaking,
grammar, writing, reading and life
skills. Her special ability is to daily
drill her students on what they have
already learned, making it a fun and
challenging activity. She creates a
comprehensive lesson plan book with
each day of the semester planned in advance, weaving textbook
activities, course outline and CASAS mandates expertly and
seamlessly. Her students are aware of this professional plan, and are
highly motivated to return to class each day.
Eleanor strongly believes in getting students up on their feet, and finds
a balance between teacher-directed learning and student-centered
learning. She provides an energetic, lively class which keep students
engaged and appeals to different learning intelligences—kinesthetic
learning, special learning, interpersonal learning, and intra-personal
learning. She is extremely dedicated to realizing all of her educational
goals for her students.
William Hrycyna—Franklin Community Adult School
Bill Hrycyna is a man committed to education
for all people. He is organized, has excellent
teaching abilities, and superior oral and
written communication skills. As an ESL
instructor, he masterfully creates a
supportive, nurturing learning environment.
As a person who has learned multiple
languages, he identifies with students and is
able to use his own experiences learning a
foreign language as an adult in another
country. He understands the anxiety, fear and
self-esteem issues that arise and works
diligently for successful outcomes for students. Bill works hard for his
students, connects with them and is well respected by all that encounter
him — in short his students adore him! His retention rate is second to
none. Bill’s classes are always bursting at the seams and filled with
students who are actively engaged, laughing and learning. He produces
a lot of his own innovative material to suit students’ particular needs.
As a leader, Bill knows how to get things done. His service outside of
the classroom speaks to this. He has assisted in the Accreditation
process, chaired the school’s annual food drive, he has been an
interpreter at a Cuban refugee camp, worked to raise funds to build a
nursing home in Mexico, and also raised funds for the Smile Train
Agency, an organization that does cleft palate operation for
disadvantaged children. Some of his other volunteer activities involve
academic endeavors as well: CALPRO Trainer; DACE Teacher
Trainer; Conference Presenter for CCAE, CATESOL, TESOL, and
consultant/contributor for McGraw-Hill Publishing.
Bill Hrycyna has fantastic judgement and is completely trustworthy.
He is funny, extremely humble and will take on any task to ensure the
success of the school. He always works for the betterment of the group,
the school and the student.
Victor Huey—Evans Community Adult School
Amy Schnieder—Pacoima Skills Center
Northern Section
Lynn Crumpacker—Stockton School for Adults
South Coast Section
Katherine Davis—Ford Park Community Adult School
Mauro Del Rosario—El Monte-Rosemead Adult School
Len Ruiz—Baldwin Park Adult School
Susan West—Norwalk-La Mirada Adult School
Southern Section
Patricia Anderson—Grossmont Adult School
Laura Mitchell—San Bernardino Adult School
Bay Section
Hermelinda Meraz—Liberty Adult Education
Central Section
Hector Guzman—Clovis Adult Education
LA Metro Section
Sonia Navia—North Valley Occupational Center
South Coast Section
Susan Munoz—Montebello Community Adult School
Southern Section
Ingrid Cardenas—San Bernardino Adult School |
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