Board President Susan Wittrup
I ’ m so excited to present another issue of our Faces of Fresno Unified digital magazine . We know our students and staff are what make this district shine , so we are thrilled to highlight their achievements and share their stories .
I cannot express my gratitude enough to be able to represent Fresno Unified as board president . One of the things that makes our community so special is its diversity , and you ’ ll see this reflected as you scroll through these pages . Everyone featured has been on a different journey to get here , but they all represent the trailblazing , innovation and kindness our Fresno Unified family is known for .
So , please enjoy reading and learning about our staff and students , it ’ s truly an honor to introduce them to you all .
Interim Superintendent Misty Her
Welcome to the fall 2024 edition of our Faces of Fresno Unified digital magazine , showcasing exceptional students and dedicated staff from our district , along with two alumni who have remarkable journeys . One is a well-seasoned chef celebrated for her culinary mastery , while the other recently retired as one of the valley ' s most recognizable news personalities . I have no doubt that some of the students featured in our magazine will one day become outstanding alumni !
What I love about the stories we share in Faces is how they highlight our students ' accomplishments and their incredible futures as community leaders . This edition showcases the boost our coding clubs provide to students like fourth grader Julissa Lopez , the musical talents of eighth grader Thalay Souksengdau , and Aleksa Cortez , who looks forward to joining her father in a successful HVAC career .
Please read on to be inspired by our students and staff . Thank you for joining Fresno Unified on our journey to improve student outcomes and achieve operational excellence !
Chief Communications Officer Nikki Henry
This first semester of the 2024-2025 school year has been off to a fantastic start ! I ’ m excited to share the amazing achievements of our students , staff , and alumni in
Faces of Fresno Unified magazine . Our students are excelling in academics , arts , sports , and community service , making us proud every day .
Our staff works hard to create supportive , creative , and welcoming classrooms where students can succeed . Their dedication is a big part of what makes Fresno
Unified special .
We also celebrate our alumni , who are making positive impacts in many fields . Their success stories show how Fresno Unified helps build strong futures .
Join us in celebrating the wonderful people who make our community great . Together , we are shaping a future where every student can reach their greatest potential .