Happy first day of school, Etiwanda students! We’re excited for the year ahead and know you are too. Don’t forget to send your first day photos to dosocialmedia@etiwanda.org—we’ll be sharing them on our social media all week!
We’re still buzzing from all the smiles and positive vibes at yesterday’s Welcome Back Breakfast! We are so excited to see even more happy, excited faces from our incredible Etiwanda staff.
Meet Kristen Sims, Kindergarten Teacher at Cecilia Lucero Solorio Elementary!
Kristen’s love for reading first sparked her interest in becoming a teacher, but her deeper motivation came from her own experience—having only one teacher who looked like her. That experience inspired her to be a source of representation for future generations. Kristen is excited to join the Solorio family and help build a strong foundation for her kindergarten learners!
Kristen’s love for reading first sparked her interest in becoming a teacher, but her deeper motivation came from her own experience—having only one teacher who looked like her. That experience inspired her to be a source of representation for future generations. Kristen is excited to join the Solorio family and help build a strong foundation for her kindergarten learners!
We loved seeing so many of our amazing Etiwanda employees at the annual Welcome Back Breakfast! We hope you're just as excited as we are for the new school year. Our teams are busy getting campuses, classrooms, and everything in between ready for students to arrive on Monday.
Don’t forget to send your first day of school photos to dosocialmedia@etiwanda.org—we’ll be sharing them next week!
Don’t forget to send your first day of school photos to dosocialmedia@etiwanda.org—we’ll be sharing them next week!
Teacher assignments are now available! You can find them by clicking the link at the bottom of the district’s homepage. We’re so excited to kick off another great school year!
It’s never too late to celebrate a student success story! Lilah from CPL earned the Principal’s Award and is proudly celebrating alongside other amazing students. Way to go, Lilah!
Meet Katelyn Wearp, 5th Grade Teacher at John L. Golden Elementary!
Katelyn was inspired by one of her own teachers growing up—someone whose kindness and belief in her made a lasting impact. That experience showed her the power a teacher can have, and she’s excited to be that person for her students. Katelyn is most looking forward to building strong relationships and creating a classroom community where every student feels safe, valued, and excited to learn.
Katelyn was inspired by one of her own teachers growing up—someone whose kindness and belief in her made a lasting impact. That experience showed her the power a teacher can have, and she’s excited to be that person for her students. Katelyn is most looking forward to building strong relationships and creating a classroom community where every student feels safe, valued, and excited to learn.
Meet Madison Canizales, 6th Grade ELA and Social Studies Teacher at Etiwanda Intermediate!
Madison’s love for learning and education started early—and as a proud product of the Etiwanda School District, she’s excited to give back to the community that helped shape her. Having attended Caryn Elementary, Day Creek Intermediate, and Rancho Cucamonga High School, Madison was inspired by the many dedicated teachers who supported her along the way. With the encouragement of her family, she followed her passion into the classroom. Madison is most excited to build strong connections with her students and create a classroom where they feel safe, welcomed, and excited to learn. Her goal is to inspire a love of learning while helping students grow into kind, confident individuals.
Madison’s love for learning and education started early—and as a proud product of the Etiwanda School District, she’s excited to give back to the community that helped shape her. Having attended Caryn Elementary, Day Creek Intermediate, and Rancho Cucamonga High School, Madison was inspired by the many dedicated teachers who supported her along the way. With the encouragement of her family, she followed her passion into the classroom. Madison is most excited to build strong connections with her students and create a classroom where they feel safe, welcomed, and excited to learn. Her goal is to inspire a love of learning while helping students grow into kind, confident individuals.
Meet Alyssa Gonzales, 7th Grade Math and Science Teacher at Day Creek Intermediate!
Alyssa was inspired to become a teacher by her third grade teacher, Mrs. Burke from Solorio Elementary. Now, she's coming full circle—returning to the Etiwanda School District where she grew up. She's excited for this new chapter, especially the transition from teaching elementary to middle school.
Alyssa was inspired to become a teacher by her third grade teacher, Mrs. Burke from Solorio Elementary. Now, she's coming full circle—returning to the Etiwanda School District where she grew up. She's excited for this new chapter, especially the transition from teaching elementary to middle school.
Wellness Wednesday flashback to Kindness Week at Heritage! Students spent time painting together, spreading creativity and kindness across campus.
Meet Savannah Satallante, Kindergarten Teacher at East Heritage Elementary!
Savannah has loved working with kids for as long as she can remember and knew she wanted to be a teacher back in elementary school, thanks to the amazing teachers who inspired her. She’s excited to watch her students grow throughout the year and looks forward to learning just as much from them as they will from her!
Savannah has loved working with kids for as long as she can remember and knew she wanted to be a teacher back in elementary school, thanks to the amazing teachers who inspired her. She’s excited to watch her students grow throughout the year and looks forward to learning just as much from them as they will from her!
Meet Cortney Cunningham, 7th Grade ELA and Social Studies Teacher at Heritage Intermediate!
Cortney was inspired by her fourth grade teacher—someone who truly saw her and made her feel valued. That experience shaped her approach to teaching and fuels her passion for meeting students where they are. She’s excited to get to know her students, learn their stories, and create a fun, safe space where everyone can grow and learn together.
Cortney was inspired by her fourth grade teacher—someone who truly saw her and made her feel valued. That experience shaped her approach to teaching and fuels her passion for meeting students where they are. She’s excited to get to know her students, learn their stories, and create a fun, safe space where everyone can grow and learn together.
Flashback to a festive Elfie Selfie from Mrs. Cantu's class at DW Long - so creative!
Meet Raelene Robles, 7th Grade Teacher at Heritage Intermediate!
Raelene has always wanted to be a teacher, and the many inspiring educators she had throughout her K–12 years helped reinforce that passion. She’s looking forward to meeting her students and building connections with fellow educators as she starts her journey at Heritage Intermediate.
Raelene has always wanted to be a teacher, and the many inspiring educators she had throughout her K–12 years helped reinforce that passion. She’s looking forward to meeting her students and building connections with fellow educators as she starts her journey at Heritage Intermediate.
Meet Tanya Malik, Kindergarten Teacher at David W. Long Elementary!
Tanya was inspired to become a teacher by her grandmothers, who shared a deep love for learning and always encouraged her to follow her dreams. Their support shaped her passion for education, and now she’s excited to pass that love of learning on to her students. Tanya is most looking forward to getting to know her class and working together for a great school year!
Tanya was inspired to become a teacher by her grandmothers, who shared a deep love for learning and always encouraged her to follow her dreams. Their support shaped her passion for education, and now she’s excited to pass that love of learning on to her students. Tanya is most looking forward to getting to know her class and working together for a great school year!
Flashback to a student success moment! After lunch, Allison and Jay jumped in to help Mr. Rudy clean the cafeteria—earning PBIS points and showing pride in keeping Caryn a beautiful campus. Way to go!
Meet Candace Haliburton
ELA & Social Studies – Etiwanda Intermediate
Candace Haliburton is a new addition to the Etiwanda teaching team and will be teaching English Language Arts and Social Studies at Etiwanda Intermediate. She was inspired by her own second grade teacher, Mrs. Garrigues, and is now ready to make an impact in her own classroom. She’s most excited to build meaningful relationships with her students and support them as they work toward their personal and academic goals.
ELA & Social Studies – Etiwanda Intermediate
Candace Haliburton is a new addition to the Etiwanda teaching team and will be teaching English Language Arts and Social Studies at Etiwanda Intermediate. She was inspired by her own second grade teacher, Mrs. Garrigues, and is now ready to make an impact in her own classroom. She’s most excited to build meaningful relationships with her students and support them as they work toward their personal and academic goals.
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.
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.
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.
