The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District celebrates the extraordinary service and unwavering commitment of 26 remarkable employees who will mark their retirement at the end of this school year. With gratitude and admiration, MPUSD bids farewell to these esteemed educators, administrators, and staff members, whose collective impact has left an indelible mark on countless lives.
These champions of education have stood as inspiration, building relationships and shaping the minds and hearts of students with their passion, expertise, and dedication. Through their tireless efforts, they have not only imparted knowledge but also instilled values, nurtured talents, and ignited the curiosity within each student who crossed their paths.
These retirees have also been pillars of support and sources of wisdom for their colleagues, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. Their mentorship, camaraderie, and unwavering commitment to the betterment of our educational community have enriched the lives of all who have had the privilege to work alongside them.
As they embark on this new chapter of their lives, may they carry with them the fond memories, cherished friendships, and profound legacy they leave behind.
Thank you for your service, your dedication, and your unwavering commitment to the students, families, and colleagues of the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District. Your legacy will continue to inspire and uplift us for years to come. Congratulations and best wishes on your well-deserved retirement!
2023-2024 Retirees
- Richard Adams, Information Technology Department
- Bambi Barker, Seaside High School
- Joanne Behan, Marina Vista Elementary Arts Academy
- Janet Belardo, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School of the Arts
- Judy Briggs-Luckert, Marina High School
- Jorge Caughman, Monterey Adult School
- Elizabet Dameron, Adult Transition Program
- Anne Davis, La Mesa Elementary School
- Ellen Doskey, Independent Study Program
- Robin Falkenberg, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School of the Arts
- Jenny Farr, Facilities Department
- Joan Forrest-Kevorkian, Interim Principal, Central Coast High School
- Virginia Gebert, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School of the Arts
- Doreen Gray, Seaside High School
- Cynthia Haigler, Monterey Adult School
- Lillis Handford, Los Arboles Middle School
- Charles Hills, Student Support Services Department
- Gabriel Jacque, Del Rey Woods Elementary, Custodial Department
- Karen Karch, Student Support Services
- Allen Lute, Transportation Department
- James Mamaia, Transportation Department
- Linda Melendrez, Seaside High School
- Jennifer Miller, Transportation Department
- William Pace, Monterey High School
- Gloria Shaw, Seaside High School
- DeAnna Skolnik, Marina Vista Elementary Arts Academy