Alma Magana is Oakley Elementary School's 2023-2024 Local 1 Site Employee of the Year!
“Hello my name is Alma Magana, I'm going to tell you a little about me. I am a mother of 5 boys, I have 2 grandkids also boys.
My husband also works for our District in M&O we are residents of Oakley for the past 23 years, but I grew up in Brentwood so been in the area for a long time!! I have worked in the District 20 years, Oakley Elem was my first home in Nutrition Service then I went to OPS but my former manager retired and she told me "I needed to come back home "Oakley School has been my home since then, I love what I do and enjoy working here and more than anything serving breakfast and lunch to the students. The staff here is a big family everyone is kind and include our nutrition department for every event or celebration that might go on during the school year. I don't have words to thank every one for making this award so special. I feel HONERED to have been chosen "EMPLOYEE of the YEAR" #2024#OUESD#Nutrition Service!!!”
Lauren Gilmore is O'Hara Park Middle School's 2023-2024 Local 1 Site Employee of the Year!
"I am excited to earn this award as this is only my second year with the district. However, I was born and raised here in Oakley, and love the small town vibe. I currently am the Attendance Clerk at O’Hara Park Middle School, where I once attended school! Each day I am delighted that I get to work alongside some great people and teachers who, back in the day, were once my teachers! Every day is exciting and everchanging. But the thing that remains constant is the atmosphere in which I get to spend my days. Being back at OPS in this new capacity has allowed me to be part of the OPS family and provide a welcoming environment for students and parents alike. Middle School is such a special age group and I enjoy it so much! I look forward to many years to come here at O’Hara Park!" -Lauren
Jasmina Zilkic is Laurel Elementary School's 2023-2024 Local 1 Site Employee of the Year! "Jasmina Zilkic has been with the district for almost 3 years. Jasmina takes great pride in keeping her site clean and safe for students and staff. She is committed to keeping the school running smoothly and has great communication skills." - Leo, Facilities Supervisor
Lola Jones is Iron House Elementary School's 2023-2024 Local 1 Site Employee of the Year!
"This is my 16th year with the district. I was a paraprofessional for over 11 years and have been a clerk for the last four and a half years. " -Lola
Cynthia Perez is Delta Vista Middle School's 2023-2024 Local 1 Site Employee of the Year!
"First I would like to say how surprised I was to hear I was employee of the year. An about me, I have been married for 37 years to my high school sweet heart and two beautiful children, 4 dogs, and a turtle. The things I love to do is spend time with my family. I love doing crafts, camping, fishing and doing out door things. I love spending girl time with my
girlfriends. I love all the kids and staff at Delta Vista!" -Cynthia
Corlina Wolfe is Gehringer Elementary School's 2023-2024 Local 1 Site Employee of the Year!
"I love my job and what I can provide for our students and staff. I am humbled to receive this honor. Everyone around me that I work with truly brings out the best in me." -Corlina
Maria Bautista is Almond Grove Elementary School's 2023-2024 Local 1 Site Employee of the Year!
"Maria Bautista is a very kind and gentle person. She is a team leader and a team player. She is dedicated to her work and she adjust to changes well. " - Belinda, Nutrition Services Supervisor
Congratulations to our outstanding Local 1 Site Employees of the Year! Their consistent dedication to our students and families throughout the school year has been truly remarkable. We are immensely grateful for all they do. A HUGE congratulations to you all!
Stay tuned for individual posts about these employees in the days to come!
Maria Bautista - Almond Grove Elementary
Corlina Wolfe - Gehringer Elementary
Cynthia Perez - Delta Vista Middle
Lola Jones - Iron House Elementary
Jasmina Zilkic - Laurel Elementary
Lauren Gilmore - O'Hara Park Middle
Alma Magana - Oakley Elementary
Naomi George-Harrison - Summer Lake Elementary
Jose Rosales - Vintage Parkway Elementary
Jose Reyes - Maintenance & Operations
William Amis - District Office (also Local 1 District Wide EOY winner!)
Elke Betonte is Vintage Parkway Elementary School's 2023-2024 CSEA Site Employee of the Year!
"I love working with the students and staff at Vintage Parkway. The skills I've learned as a Vintage paraeducator and the friends I've made will last a lifetime!" -Elke
Lori Mazzola is Summer Lake Elementary School's 2023-2024 CSEA Site Employee of the Year!
"I’ve worked at OUESD for 11 years. First, as campus supervisor then as a paraprofessional,
specifically at Summer Lake for 5 years. I have been blessed to have amazing paras that I work with at Summer Lake! I enjoy spending time reading, shopping, going to concerts, vacations in Lake Tahoe, and spending time with family, friends, and my adorable German Shepherd dog. " -Lori
Brooke Fernandez is Oakley Elementary School's 2023-2024 CSEA Site Employee of the Year!
"My passion for helping others is what motivates me each day in this job. I am dedicated ensuring my success and confidence within my students. " -Brooke
Contra Costa Office of Education presents a virtual event, Addiction & Teens. Learn more about addiction and its impact on young people, signs of problem substance use, and resources available. Click the link to join: https://bit.ly/3WpVDC9 Flyer: https://5il.co/2lr8u
La Oficina de Educación de Contra Costa presenta un evento virtual, Adicción y Adolescentes. Obtenga más información sobre la adicción y su impacto en los jóvenes, las señales del uso problemático de sustancias y los recursos disponibles. Use el enlace para reunirse a la sesión: https://bit.ly/3WpVDC9 Volante: https://5il.co/2lr8u
Rebecca Haro is O'Hara Park Middle School's 2023-2024 CSEA Site Employee of the Year! "I have worked at O'Hara Park since it opened 34 yrs ago. I enjoy the work I do. The memories are abundant. I have seen former students become teachers, office staff & friends I am proud to be able say once a bulldog always a Bulldog. " -Rebecca
BLOOD DRIVE in honor of Aria Strong, a 5-year-old in our community with an extremely rare blood disease that has left her in critical condition, needing several blood and platelet transfusions a week. Please join us in donating blood on Friday, May 17th (8:30-2:30), at St. Anthony Church (971 O’Hara Ave, Oakley). To make an appointment, click the link within the flyer: https://5il.co/2lkq0
Bernadette Oliveira is Laurel Elementary School's 2023-2024 CSEA Site Employee of the Year!
"I’m a mom of two wonderful daughters. Victoria (22) and Anamarie (16). My husband, Joe and I have been married for 27 wonderful years. In my free time I like to do crafts and take trips to the beach. Over the years, I have continued to enjoy raising my girls in our Portuguese heritage where we attend festivals throughout California.
I have been a paraprofessional for seven years and have enjoyed everyday working as a SPED paraprofessional!!
Throughout my years here at OUESD, I have had the pleasure of being taught new skills and ideas by some of the best mentors and peers which has allowed me to get to where I am today.
As I always say “Everyday is a new day!” I am proud to represent Laurel Elementary as their CSEA employee of the year!!
Thank you!" -Bernadette
Mia Hobson is Iron House Elementary School's 2023-2024 CSEA Site Employee of the Year! "Mia is helpful, kind, passionate and dedicated. She loves her students, and they love her right back! Mia has a lot of school spirit!!" - Principal Dr. Angela Walker
Rosa Romero is Delta Vista Middle School's 2023-2024 CSEA Site Employee of the Year!
"I love my job because I am able to work with kids everyday. My favorite part about this job is being able to provide kids with the extra support they need to have a positive learning environment." -Rosa
Shelly Wyatt is Almond Grove Elementary School's 2023-2024 CSEA Site AND CSEA District Employee of the Year!
"I have been with O.U.E.S.D since 2006. First starting out as a para sub, then hired as a Campus Supervisor at Vintage Parkway, gradually taking on multiple roles such as Literacy Support and other Interventions. I moved over to Almond Grove when it opened 10 years ago.
Being a team player, going the extra mile, and being dedicated to our students is the best part of my job. Whether I'm just listening to them, tying their shoe or helping them with learning reading strategies.
I'm married to my wonderful husband of 35 years. We have two adult children who both are former students here in the Oakley School Dist. Our son is a Firefighter and daughter is in the Insurance industry.
In my spare time I love spending time with my family, camping, traveling, exploring and being the passenger when my husband takes a random backroad.
In closing I would just like to say I am so honored to receive this title. There's so many amazing staff members here in our district that are so deserving as well. I don't do it for recognition but this is truly so special.
Thank You so much!" -Shelly
Our Nutrition Services Department is in the spotlight for their outstanding efforts in fueling our students' success! Check out the article in The Press highlighting their dedication to providing nutritious meals and how they're nourishing minds and bodies! 🍎🥕
https://www.thepress.net/features/oakley-school-district-honors-lunch-superheroes/article_5875bf92-0e27-11ef-8975-0bbad878adbe.html
Congratulations to our outstanding CSEA Site Employee of the Year! Their consistent dedication to our students and families throughout the school year has been truly remarkable. We are immensely grateful for all they do. A HUGE congratulations to you all!
Stay tuned for individual posts about these employees in the days to come!
Shelly Wyatt - Almond Grove Elementary
Carla Rivera - Gehringer Elementary
Rosa Romero - Delta Vista Middle
Mia Hobson - Iron House Elementary
Bernadette Oliveira - Laurel Elementary
Rebecca Haro - O'Hara Park Middle
Brooke Fernandez - Oakley Elementary
Lori Mazzola - Summer Lake Elementary
Elke Betonte - Vintage Parkway Elementary
