Etiwanda School District

Meet Cristina Malvarez
TK – East Heritage Elementary
Cristina Malvarez joins the Etiwanda team as a new transitional kindergarten teacher at East Heritage. She credits her second grade teacher for sparking her love of reading and showing her that hard work can turn any goal into a reality.
She’s most excited to build strong connections with her students and their families as they begin their school journey together.

Summit Intermediate is full of everyday heroes. The STARS students keep the coffee flowing at their Starsbucks shop, making sure teachers get their caffeine fix. Carla McCall brings positivity to the campus and builds strong connections with students and staff. Mr. Jim, a dedicated proctor, is known for taking time to connect with students and offer thoughtful guidance. Samantha is a reliable and supportive team member during Student Study Teams, and Dominic, Summit’s hardworking custodian, keeps the campus looking great while spreading positivity.

Meet Noor Ali
7th Grade Math & Science – Heritage Intermediate
New to the Etiwanda teaching team, Noor Ali brings a heart for students and a passion for education. Inspired by the teachers in her own life—especially those who made her feel seen and capable—she’s eager to create that same kind of positive impact. She’s looking forward to meeting her students, building strong relationships, and creating a fun, supportive classroom where everyone can grow and take pride in their progress. Her goal is to help students believe in themselves and know they’re capable of great things.

We’re getting excited for the new school year! Here’s a flashback to some playground fun at East Heritage—smiles, sunshine, and lots of laughter.

Meet Marley Zwerner
Kindergarten – Caryn Elementary
New to the Etiwanda teaching team, Marley is especially excited to join Caryn Elementary—where she was once a student herself. She remembers how much her teachers poured into her as a child, and now she’s ready to do the same for the next generation. She’s looking forward to meeting her kindergarten students and starting this new chapter.

Staff members across our schools are hard at work getting their campuses ready for the new school year! We can’t wait to welcome our Etiwanda students back soon.

It might be summertime, but our Colony Cubs are still showing off their school spirit! Let’s kick off this Monday with some school pride!

Big news from Falcon Ridge! Two of their robotics teams are tied for first place after Day 1 at the WRO National Robotics Competition. With top teams from across the country competing at the Ontario Convention Center, Falcon Ridge is proud and excited to cheer on their students as they head into the final day of competition. Let’s go, Falcon Ridge!

Summer Shoutout!
Big thanks to Mrs. Hansen from Caryn Elementary! She's been a dedicated volunteer in the Etiwanda community for years—even long after her grandchildren graduated, most recently from high school. Her commitment to our students and the positive impact she makes are truly priceless.

Attention Etiwanda TK parents: If you haven’t enrolled your TK student for the 2025–2026 school year yet, you can complete the process online. Just use this link: https://aeries.etiwanda.org/air/ or visit the district’s website for more information.

Logan, a Golden student, was SO excited to spot Mrs. Jordan—Golden's amazing school secretary—at the Honolulu airport! Both are heading home and getting ready for a brand new school year!

The Battle of the Books list for the 2025–2026 school year is now available! Visit our Library Media Services page on the district website to see all the titles. We can’t wait for our students to discover new stories and get ready for the next Battle of the Books adventure.

Attention Etiwanda TK parents: If you haven’t enrolled your TK student for the 2025–2026 school year yet, you can complete the process online. Just use this link: https://aeries.etiwanda.org/air/ or visit the district’s website for more information.

All school sites and the district office are closed today in observance of Independence Day.

Summer school vibes! Students enjoyed a little lunchtime fun with a team-building activity. A great way to build connections and brighten the day.

Summer shout-out to our new VAPA teachers! Thank you for all your hard work and dedication as you prepare engaging curriculum for the upcoming Visual and Performing Arts program. We can’t wait to see the creativity and inspiration you’ll bring to our students this year.

Mrs. Stafford’s Kindergarten class brought history to life with a hands-on, collaborative STEAM project! Together, they built Abraham Lincoln’s log cabin using pretzel sticks — learning through creativity, teamwork, and fun.

This past school year, Mrs. Oceguera stood out as an exceptional TK teacher who fostered a “yes we can” mindset in her classroom. With creativity, dedication, and positivity, she inspired her young learners to believe in themselves and reach their full potential.

Summer Library is Open! All Etiwanda students and their families are welcome to stop by! Students must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or sibling age 13 or older. This Week’s Locations & Hours: Falcon Ridge – Tuesday, June 24 Etiwanda Colony – Wednesday, June 25 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Books can be returned to either site. Visit the district website for more info on summer library activities!

Ms. Kissell’s students are all-stars both in the classroom and on the baseball field! They show kindness, work hard, and give their best wherever they go. Fridays, we are posting weekly shoutouts. Want to be featured? Send us a photo of your student doing something fun, educational, or adventurous this summer. Email your submissions to dosocialmedia@etiwanda.org and you might see your student on our page!