The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District proudly celebrates the extraordinary careers of 26 remarkable employees who will retire at the end of the 2024-2025 school year. With immense gratitude and admiration, we honor these esteemed educators, administrators, and staff members whose collective contributions have left a lasting impact on our students, schools, and community.
Throughout their careers, these champions of education have gone above and beyond — building meaningful relationships, inspiring young minds, and nurturing the hearts and talents of countless students. Their passion, dedication, and expertise have helped shape not only academic success, but also lifelong values and dreams.
Beyond the classroom and workplace, these retirees have served as pillars of support for their colleagues, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence across MPUSD. Their mentorship, wisdom, and friendship have enriched the lives of all who had the privilege of working alongside them.
As they embark on the next chapter of their journeys, we hope they carry with them the many memories, achievements, and cherished connections they created throughout their time with MPUSD. Their legacy will continue to inspire generations of students, staff, and families for years to come.
Thank you for your unwavering service, your dedication to students, and your deep commitment to our community.
Our retirees will be celebrated by the Board of Education and community at the May 27, 2025, Board of Education meeting.
Congratulations on your well-deserved retirement — we wish you joy, health, and fulfillment in this new season of life!
2024-2025 Retirees
- Robert Aguilar – Music Teacher, Monte Vista Elementary School
- Sandra Ashurst – Office Support Clerk, Crumpton Elementary School
- Debra Cason – Preschool Teacher, Seaside Children's Center
- Patricia Clay – Bus Driver, Transportation
- Aristotle Constant – Independent Studies Teacher, Independent Study
- Kevin Cullen – Social Science Teacher, Central Coast High School
- Leslie Elmore – School Office Supervisor II, Marshall Elementary School
- Tyrone Hall – Crafts Worker II, Maintenance & Operations
- Cynthia Hart – CTE Teacher, Marina High School
- Glen Hensley – Crafts Worker I, Maintenance & Operations
- Michael Miller, Jr. – ROTC Teacher, Seaside High School
- Darrell McDowell – Teacher, Community Day School - High
- William Richards, IV – English Teacher, Seaside High School
- Mary Riedl – 3rd Grade Teacher, Monte Vista Elementary School
- Dawn Rinehart – School Office Supervisor II, Olson Elementary School
- Pamela Rivers – Early Learning Assistant, Marina Child Development Center
- Maria Ruiz-Zepeda – Night Head Custodian, Facilities
- Virginia Russo – Registrar, Central Coast High School
- Fran Ryder – SPED I, La Mesa Elementary School
- Jody Schisel – Accounting Analyst, Business Office
- Thomas Shively – Science Teacher, Seaside Middle School
- Beatriz Shudoma – Translator/Interpreter, Student Support Services
- Lisa Toler – 2nd Grade Teacher, Marshall Elementary School
- Kelly Tongamana – 5th Grade Teacher, Martin Luther King Jr. School of the Arts
- Anthony Troia – Independent Studies Teacher, Independent Study
- Margaret Wahl – SDC Teacher, Marina Child Development Center
- Susan Ziebell – Director of Business Services, Business Office