Ripe for the picking!

is an accomplishment not only for the student but for their families. Every child received a certificate, a rose, and a book with a personal inscription.

Of course, our amazing teachers play a big role in helping students achieve reclassification (many came on their own time to help celebrate their students). This is true of every single classroom teacher and especially true of our English Language Development specialists (a special thank you to them for their hard work and dedication):

• Julie Livingstone, Soquel Elementary School

• Hilda Hernandez-Meza, Soquel Elementary School

• Beth Willen, Main Street Elementary School

• Caryn Yee, Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School

• Tina Bonar, Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School

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