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Board honors two long‑serving COE staff at retirement ceremony
Summary
The Santa Cruz County Board recognized Laurie Stewart (25 years, administrative assistant) and Deputy Superintendent Leanne Reyes (22 years) for decades of service; colleagues presented tributes, awards and recollections of their contributions.
The board paused regular business to honor two departing staff members. Superintendent Scott and colleagues praised Laurie Stewart for 25 years of service as an administrative assistant—highlighting her role in supporting events, managing the COVID testing program and creating welcoming spaces—and presented a retirement recognition.
Deputy Superintendent Leanne Reyes was recognized for 22 years of work in school business, budgeting, facilities and operations; colleagues described Reyes’s leadership, awards and mentorship. Colleagues and trustees offered personal reflections and presented awards and photos; the board recessed briefly for photographs and for staff and friends to gather.
