Members in the News
May 22, 2023
“He could connect people who have money with people who don’t. That money allowed teachers and students to be creative and see the possibilities and implement their dreams.”
— Denise Saddler
Oakland Unified principal, in a story on the lasting impact of Marcus Foster, the former superintendent of Oakland USD and namesake of ACSA’s Marcus Foster Memorial Award for Administrator Excellence. This year marks the 50th anniversary of his assassination. (EdSource, April 14, 2023)
“Just being able to see my son walk into a dance ... it just warms my heart. I’ve actually been emotional all day.”
— Sonja Neely-Johnson
SELPA Director, West Contra Costa USD, in a story about the district’s first prom for students with special needs, such as autism and intellectual abilities, for whom the traditional prom might be overstimulating. (EdSource, May 2, 2023)
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