Tustin, CA (September 17, 2025) |
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest serving school employees and their families, recognized 10 employees in the Twin Rivers Unified School District in Sacramento County as Classified Employees of the Year during a surprise ceremony. These employees represent various categories of non-certified, non-management employees who have gone above and beyond in their roles serving the district.
“It’s a privilege to recognize classified school employees for their dedication and leadership in their schools and communities,” said Josh Smith, vice president, school and community relations for SchoolsFirst FCU. “Classified employees are vital to ensuring daily education operations run smoothly and are often unsung heroes behind the scenes providing administrative, technical and operational support for the students and teachers.”
In partnership with Sacramento Republic Football Club, SchoolsFirst FCU presented congratulatory gifts to the following individuals:
- Efrain Alanis, academic and career advisor, Twin Rivers Adult School
- Alfredo Amaro, head custodian I, Madison Elementary
- Silvia Amaya, paraeducator II bilingual, Fairbanks
- Keren Beukema, library media technician, Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy
- Aida Cardenas, café specialist, Vista Nueva Career & Technology High School
- Kathleen Daley, paraeducator III, Hillsdale
- Jennifer Davis, administrative clerk senior, Rio Linda High School
- Ruby Gonzalez, attendance clerk, Rio Tierra
- Louise Romo, buyer, Nutrition Services
- Tawny Kerley, administrative assistant II, Police Services
“Providing our students with the best possible learning environment is a top priority, and every staff member plays an essential role in making that a reality,” said Steve Martinez, superintendent, Twin Rivers Unified School District. “We are proud to partner with SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union to recognize and support the work of these dedicated individuals.”
Left to right: Julie DePrada-Schott, SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union; Steve Martinez, Superintendent, Twin Rivers Unified School District; Jennifer Davis, Rio Linda High School; Stacey Bastian, TRUSD Board Trustee; Louise Romo, Nutrition Services; Sharon Reicheldt, TRUSD Board Trustee; Aida Cardenas, Vista Nueva Career & Technology High School; Tawny Kerley, TRUSD Police Department; Silvia Amaya, Fairbanks Elementary School; Alfredo Amaro, Madison Elementary School; Ruby Gonzalez, Rio Tierra Junior High School; Efrain Alanis, Twin Rivers Adult School; Kathleen Daley, Hillsdale Elementary School; Keren Beukema, Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy; Sascha Vogt, TRUSD Board Secretary; and Meredith Krautler-Klemme, Sacramento Republic FC.