The Santa Maria-Bonita School District 's school board and superintendent have been awarded the 2025 LEAD Award at the California Latino School Board's Association Unity Conference in San Diego

The prestigious award from CLSBA recognizes school districts that have demonstrated exceptional unity in leadership, serving students and families through an equity lens, and going above and beyond the call of duty.

The district's board and superintendent were recognized for their outstanding work and dedication to the community. The honorees include:

Linda Cordero, board president

Luz Maria Cabral, vice president

Ricky Lara, clerk

John Hollinshead, trustee

Ricardo Valencia, trustee

Dr. Darren McDuffie, superintendent

In addition, Dr. Tammie Castillo-Schiffer, director of multilingual

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