CMS choir honors Linda Coleman in final showcase after 32 years in Coronado Unified

The Coronado Unified School Board meeting on May 22, 2025, featured a heartfelt tribute to Linda Coleman, a long-serving music educator, as she prepared for her final showcase after 32 years with the district. The meeting began with a presentation by the CMS choir and advanced performing arts students, highlighting Coleman's significant impact on the community and the lives of students.

Board members and attendees celebrated Coleman's contributions, recalling her hiring by former district leader Chris McClung and her role in fostering musical talent through various community performances. The evening included a special performance of one of Coleman's favorite songs, "Dream On" by Aerosmith, led by student Riley Keester.

In addition to the tribute, the meeting announced the upcoming Coronado Unified Spring Choir concert scheduled for May 30 at 6 PM, featuring performances from the Strand, Village, and CMS choirs at the Coronado Performing Arts Center. The school board encouraged community members to attend and support the students during their end-of-year promotions.

The meeting concluded with expressions of gratitude for Coleman's dedication to the arts and her lasting influence on the students of Coronado Unified, as she embarks on the next chapter of her life.