El Dorado County (March 28, 2024) – On the evening of March 15, a distinguished gathering occurred at the Catta Verdera Country Club in Lincoln, where the Association of California School Administrators (ACSA) Region 2 celebrated its Administrators of the Year. This event spotlighted the dedication and achievements of educational leaders from ACSA’s Region 2, which encompasses the Northern California counties of Butte, Colusa, El Dorado, Glenn, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Sierra, Sutter, and Yuba. Notably, several leaders from the El Dorado Charter received accolades for their exemplary service.
Dr. Ed Manansala, El Dorado County Superintendent of Schools, praised the honorees for their outstanding commitment and contributions. He highlighted their dedication to providing exceptional service, commitment, and care for students, families, and educators, stating,
“Tonight’s El Dorado County honorees lead with integrity, empathy, and a deep sense of purpose. We thank them for their unwavering commitment to the success and well-being of our school community.”
Awards were presented to the following El Dorado County administrators:
Central Office Administrator: Karen Goldberg, Director of Multilingual Equity, Education Center, Lake Tahoe Unified School District
Classified Leader: Julianne Pereira, Administrative Assistant, Educational Services, El Dorado Union High School District
Elementary Principal: Karin Holmes, Sierra House Elementary School, Lake Tahoe Unified School District
Middle Grades Principal: Levi Cambridge, Marina Village Middle School, Rescue Union School District
Secondary Co-Administrator: Justin Gatling, El Dorado High School, El Dorado Union High School District
Superintendent: Curtis Wilson, Mother Lode Union School District
Superintendent/Principal: Kerri Phillips, Gold Trail Union School District
Technology Administrator: Rene Buenrostro, IT District Office, Rescue Union School District
ACSA is the premier organization for school leaders, and its membership exceeds 17,000 educators. Its core mission is to champion the cause of public education for students from kindergarten through 12th grade, including adult learners. ACSA is committed to fostering an equitable, world-class education system and supporting educational leaders who address the diverse needs of California’s students. For further details about ACSA Region 2, visit https://regions.acsa.org/2/
