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Advocates for a Culture of Belonging (ACB)

Purpose

The Advocates for a Culture of Belonging (ACB) team supports WESD staff by fostering community, promoting dignity, ensuring equitable access, and uplifting every voice. We achieve this by creating collaborative learning opportunities for personal and professional growth and offering thoughtful guidance.

We Believe

We believe celebrating our differences inspires innovation, fosters belonging, and upholds dignity for all.

24-25 ACB Team Members 

Name

Department

  • Allison Handley
  • HR
  • Angela Healow
  • SIS/SEL Specialist
  • Brittany McMurray
  • Early Learning
  • Ela Achen
  • Center
  • Cynthia Vallez
  • SIS/JDEP
  • Heather Burks
  • SIS
  • Helen Sharp
  • Early Learning
  • Kate Bonilla
  • The Phoenix School
  • Luis Arias
  • OMESC
  • Maria Chavez-Haroldson
  • OCADD
  • Maria Lenzi Miori
  • OCADD
  • Martha Ochoa
  • Region 16
     
  • Nathan Shay
  • SIS/School Safety
  • Patty Bermudes
  • HR
  • Tiffany Keppinger
  • SIS/Native American Education Liaison