Article by  Susan Kealey 

 

The room is filled, great turnout of new teachers!  President Paul spoke about the difference a teacher makes and his experience in having students reach back to him to express how he had affected them. Today is to honor new teachers and is one of the ways Rotary supports education. This year we wish to close the reading gap and have supported the new library as well as our Life Skills Program for Seniors. Charise explained the program is in its 8th year and is part of the English program. 
  

 

Liz stepped up to start today’s program off by sharing that this has always been her favorite day. She began by introducing fellow Rotarian and Superintendent of Schools Jane Yuster. Jane began with “Thank you for Measure M!” which passed by 5 votes. She will return to give us a state of the district at a later date. We are weeks away from start of school And she encouraged teachers to ask Rotary for help. New District staff:  Dr Holly Wade, assistant superintendent human services.     Dr. Wade introduced her new staff which includes Joy Dardnell, who is attending her 9th Luncheon. Principal John Nassar, introduced the high school teachers and administrative staff. James Barnes, is now Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction. Dianna Tower, Pupil Services and Facilities. Four new teachers—wow, advanced degrees, amazing experience, impressive people.