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Board appoints new director of teaching and learning; appointee outlines priorities

Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District Board of Education · August 12, 2025
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Summary

The Yucaipa‑Calimesa Joint Unified School District board voted to appoint a new director of teaching and learning (motion by David Avila, second by Regina Cruz; recorded 3–0). The appointee described 17 years of experience and a focus on equitable instruction, teacher support and continuous improvement.

The Yucaipa‑Calimesa Joint Unified School District board voted to appoint a new director of teaching and learning during its regular meeting, with a motion from David Avila and a second from Regina Cruz. The motion passed by voice vote that the board recorded as 3–0.

The appointee addressed the board after the vote, saying they were “deeply honored to join the Yucaipa‑Calimesa Joint Unified School District as the director of teaching and learning.” They described 17 years of experience in roles including teacher, assistant principal, principal and coordinator, and said they would emphasize equitable instructional practices, teacher growth and curriculum that meets “the diverse needs of all students.”

Board members spoke briefly in support during the appointment motion; the meeting record shows the vote and the staff introduction as the formal action taken.

The board did not specify an effective start date during the public remarks. District staff indicated the superintendent or designee will complete any required onboarding and paperwork for the new director.