OCDE Recognizes Two OVSD Employees for English Learner Contributions
http://newsroom.ocde.us/language-learner-celebration-honors-those-who-accelerate-biliteracy-and-bilingualism-in-orange-county/The Ocean View School District is proud to announce the names of two District education professionals who will receive awards from the Orange County Department of Education for their significant contributions in promoting success for English Learner students. Oak View Elementary School Teacher Lisa Wilson and English Learner Department Clerk Lilia Bernardo will be recognized at the 5th Annual Celebration honoring Leadership and Outstanding Service for Language Learners on May 11, 2017, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Marconi Automotive Museum in Tustin. Read the OCDE Newsroom story here!
“We are so proud of their work. These two employees have served English Learner students and their families for a combined total of 32 years,” said Dr. Carol Hansen, Superintendent. “They are a shining example of how the Ocean View School District strives to exceed the needs of its English Learner students.”
Lisa Wilson has worked for the past 21 years as a teacher at Oak View Elementary School in Huntington Beach. In addition to her expertise in teaching English Learners, Ms. Wilson supports fellow Oak View teachers’ and students’ active engagement through staff trainings on cooperative learning structures. She is passionate about academic vocabulary instruction and has developed a vocabulary curriculum that supports Designated ELD instruction.
Lilia Bernardo has worked in OVSD for the past 11 years, both as an Instructional Assistant-Bilingual at Golden View Elementary School and, most recently, as the English Learner Department Clerk in the District Office. Ms. Bernardo ensures that the daily operations of the EL office run smoothly. She manages the District’s translation services, which provide 30 interpreters to families, community members and employees. By providing guidance and support to OVSD’s Instructional Assistants and Parent Liaisons, Ms. Bernardo contributes directly to improving the academic progress and achievement of English Learner students.
The Marconi Automotive Museum is located at 1302 Industrial Drive in Tustin, California. Tickets can still be purchased online at http://ocde.k12oms.org/1288-129435.