SPUSD Board honors employees of month

The Governing Board of the Santa Paula Unified School District has recognized two employees. (Above) Susan Turner was honored as the Educator of the Month for March. She’s a Special Education teacher at Grace Thille School. Elisa Robledo, also from Grace Thille was recognized as the Classified Employee of the Month. Grace Thille Principal Mary Fennell said the school staff wanted to recognize Turner, who was hired three years ago. Fennell said, “She taught the staff how wonderful and rewarding it can be to integrate Special Education students.” Of Robledo, Fennell said, “She’s a perfect fit for Grace Thille.” Above are Superintendent Alfonso Gamino, Principal Mary Fennell, Susan Turner and Board President Michelle Kolbeck