References
“Valeria created a classroom environment filled with love, honesty, high expectations, and mutual respect for all students.”
—Brigid Ellison, 1st grade dual immersion teacher, Hedenkamp Elementary School
“Mrs. Salinas carefully designs her instruction based upon students’ backgrounds, experiences, interests, and readiness level.”
—Deanna Hurtado, 5th grade dual immersion teacher, Hedenkamp Elementary School
“Valeria thoughtfully prepares standards-based lessons with well-defined lesson objectives. It is a pleasure to observe Valeria interacting with students.”
—Mary Waldron, Professor and Clinical Supervisor, San Diego State University
“Along with contributing daily to a positive classroom environment, Valeria continually brought her enthusiasm to teach, while always being sensitive to the social and emotional needs of each student.”
—Dr. Griselda Palma, Clinical Supervisor, San Diego State University
“While I had observed Valeria teach dozens of coworkers, the quality of compassion, energy, and influence she brought to her relationships with these students was something special.”
—Kira La Forgia, Director of Operations, Floaties Swim School
“Valeria was so good at asking questions, wanting to learn more. She had more initiative than some of my student teachers. Valeria was a superstar!”
—Michael Esslinger, 5th grade teacher, Joseph Casillas Elementary School