Each year, Region 6 honors two ACSA leaders for exemplary leadership to ACSA and the education community.

The Nels Nelson Award is named after Region 6’s first executive director who served for many years. The recipient of this award is a person who has demonstrated ethical and moral leadership, continuing commitment and dedication to student achievement and a visionary who lays foundations of educational excellence that will continue beyond their tenure. This individual has also served ACSA for many years and in many capacities as a leader. This year’s recipient is Pam VandeKamp.

The Region 6 Frank Wells President’s Award is given to a member who has provided exceptional leadership and service to the region. This award honors the late Dr. Frank Wells who exemplified outstanding service and leadership to ACSA. This year’s recipient is Annette Heldman.

Congratulations to VandeKamp and Heldman who were honored at the 2025 Region 6 Administrator of the Year Awards Dinner on April 17.

ACSA Region 14 hosted a successful networking/job advice event for current and future members on March 20. The event provided an excellent opportunity for attendees to connect with educational leaders from various districts across Region 14, gaining valuable insights into the skills and experiences sought after in the hiring process.

A highlight of the event was a panel featuring Region 14 superintendents: Dr. Tim Stowe from Torrance, Dr. Darin Brawley from Compton, Gabriela Tavitian from Lennox, and Dr. Stephen Nellman from Centinela Valley. The panel shared their expertise and advice on navigating the educational leadership landscape, offering valuable perspectives for all those looking to advance their careers.

The ACSA Region 16 Administrator of the Year Awards celebrate exceptional leadership, dedication and impact across the Los Angeles Unified School District. This year’s honorees will be recognized for their work that uplifts schools, inspires educators, and shapes the future of education during a dinner and awards presentation on May 13.

Central Office Administrator: Dr. Justin Lauer. Classified Leader: Adrian Saldivar. Continuation Education Options: Barbara Jepson. Curriculum & Instruction Administrator: Dr. Chiae Byun-Kitayama. Distinguished Service to Students Award: John Rome. Early Education Administrator: Sheila Hardy. Elementary Administrator: Antoinette Cass. Elementary Co-Administrator: Ritma Estupiñan. Middle Grades Administrator: Gabriel Ortega. Operations Administrator: Mira Pranata. Personnel Human Resources Administrator: David L. Nguyen. President’s Award: Michael Payne. Regional Director Award: Dr. Daniel Gettinger. Retired Administrator: Dr. John White. Secondary Administrator: Ivania Holodnak. Secondary Co-Administrator: Nerina Facio. Special Education Administrator: Jennifer McConn. Student Services Administrator: Brenda Pensamiento. Superintendent: Alberto M. Carvalho. Technology Administrator: Jamie Galgana. Valuing Diversity Award: Dr. Simone Charles.

In addition, Region 16 has awarded the following scholarships:
Every Student Succeeding Scholarship:

Jack Moskowitz Memorial Scholarship: Kaelynn Cruz. Robert Kladifko Memorial Scholarship: Andrew Cordero. School Federal Credit Union/ACSA R Scholarship: Jeremiah Swazer. Next Gen Math Scholarship: Anibal Escobar. Parsec Education Scholarship: Shakira Gomez-Gonzalez. Sandstrom & Associates Scholarship: Joseelyn Hernandez. U-World of Learning Scholarship: Ryan Monney.