State of the Schools
Celebrating GUSD!
The Glendale Educational Foundation is honored to continue the civic tradition of hosting the annual State of the Schools. This event not only serves as a platform to recognize the vital partnership between GEF and GUSD, but also as a unifying force that brings together our dynamic community to champion our greatest asset, our outstanding school district.
At the State of the Schools we honor individuals or organizations that have most impacted our youth. We will also enjoy various performances from our high schools as well as a rousing speech by our intrepid superintendent.
This academic year proudly represents GEF's remarkable 20th year of enriching education for the students of the Glendale Unified School District. By collaborating with our stellar Board of Directors, Superintendent Dr. Darneika Watson and the incomparable GUSD leadership team, GEF is committed to propelling our mission to invest in future leaders.
WHERE Glendale Community College Auditorium
1601 E. Mountain Street
Glendale, CA 91206
WHEN October 30, 2024
6:00 - 9:00 PM
Proceeds from this event will go towards sustaining GEF's Teacher and Student Grants Program.
This opportunity offers our teachers and students funding to launch their own innovative programming.
Please consider sponsoring a teacher by purchasing their State of the Schools ticket.
Educational Excellence Awards
Previous Honorees
2023
Narine Yapundjian, Teacher of the Year
Hrachik Sardarbegian, Classified Employee of the Year
2021
Roxanne O'Rourke, Teacher of the Year
California Credit Union
2019
Suzanne McDonnell, Teacher of the Year
Hutchinson & Bloodgood, LLP
2017
Randy Kamiya
Dr. David Platt
Rima & Donnell Cameron
2015
Andrea Reuter, Teacher of the Year
Nick Lam, Pacific BMW
Glendale Council PTA
2013
Olivia Macaulay, Teacher of the Year
Glendale Fire Department
Glendale Police Department
Crescenta Valley Sherriff's Station
2011
Roxanne O'Rourke, Teacher of the Year
Johnny Harrison, Lexus of Glendale
2009
Rae Etta Emmett, Teacher of the Year
Dr. Jack Scott, Chancellor, California Community Colleges
2007
Naehi Wong, Teacher of the Year
Gregg Bussjaeger Memorial Foundation
2005
Kim Labinger, Teacher of the Year
Gwendolyn Sexton Foundation
2022
Page Whyte
Matthew Schick, Teacher of the Year
Greg Williams, Classified Employee of the Year
2020
Jozet Petrosian, Teacher of the Year
Jewel City Group, Morgan Stanley
Chip & Nancy Stone
2018
Elizabeth (Betsy) Astor, Teacher of the Year
Lynn Miyamoto
2016
Dominique Evans-Bye, Teacher of the Year
Glendale Arts
Brand Boulevard of Cars
2014
Pam Zamanis, Teacher of the Year
Win Saw, Teacher of the Year
Mike Mooslin, Color Me Mine
2012
Gerald Sharp, Teacher of the Year
Kiwanis Club of Glendale
Glendale Sunrise Rotary Club
Northwest Glendale Lions Club
2010
Kris Kohlmeier, Teacher of the Year
Jack O'Connell, Superintendent of Public Instruction
2008
Mark Ouweleen, Teacher of the Year
Doug Dall, Principal, Clark Magnet High School
Karen Whyte, Broadmoor Financial
2006
Cathie Montoro, Teacher of the Year
Olivia Macaulay, Visionary Educator, Junior G8