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Moreno Valley Unified board confirms four principal hires, welcomes two principals at meeting
Summary
The board approved four principal appointments in closed session and introduced new principals (including the Vista Delago High principal and an elementary principal) at the public meeting. Each appointment was reported as approved by unanimous vote.
The Moreno Valley Unified School District board confirmed four principal appointments during a closed‑session vote and then publicly welcomed two of the new principals.
According to the board, Vice President Sammy Luna moved and Trustee Joanna Lea seconded the motion to appoint Aurelia Cordova as principal of Vista Delago High School; the board announced the motion as approved by a 5‑0 vote. The board similarly approved Sugjana Herrera (elementary), Anthony Gray (elementary) and Steven Lush (elementary) in separate motions, each reported as approved by a 5‑0 vote.
At the public meeting, district leaders introduced Cordova and Gray. Dr. Birdie, who brought the principals to the podium, told the board Cordova demonstrated strengths in building "authentic relationships with students and families" and an ability to connect with all students. Cordova thanked the board and said she intentionally chose Moreno Valley Unified because of the district’s student population and expressed eagerness to support district goals.
Anthony Gray, introduced as a district assistant principal promoted to elementary principal, thanked the board and reflected on his years of service, mentors and family supports. Board members praised both new hires and emphasized priorities for attendance and student engagement.
Why it matters: Principal placements affect campus leadership, school climate and ongoing initiatives such as attendance and curriculum priorities. The board’s prompt appointments let school communities begin transitional planning for the coming year.
Next steps: The district indicated it will introduce the other previously approved principals at subsequent meetings and continue campus transition planning.
