On Wednesday, May 13, Rotarians enjoyed an exciting and inspiring luncheon meeting as the Rotary Club of Orinda proudly honored the Orinda Union School District (OUSD) Teachers of the Year (2025~2026)! We were delighted to recognize six outstanding educators who exemplify excellence in teaching, leadership, dedication, and commitment to the success of students throughout our community.Congratulations to the following honorees:
• Sean Brennan – Del Rey Elementary School
• Stephanie Randelman – Glorietta Elementary School
• Suzy Kisch – Orinda Intermediate School
• Elizabeth Sarica – Sleepy Hollow Elementary School
• Cherise Gutierrez – Wagner Ranch Elementary School
• Stephanie Sado – OUSD District-Wide Teacher of the Year (recognized across multiple school sites)
Our Rotary Club was truly honored to celebrate these exceptional educators. Rotary President Bill Waterman presented each teacher with a special honorarium, an engraved plaque, and a commemorative check as a token of appreciation for the tremendous impact they make every day in the lives of students. A special thank you to Dr. Brian Ingleby, OUSD Director of Human Resources, for assisting with the presentations, and to Clay Deanhardt, Rotary Club Secretary, for coordinating this meaningful event. We also extend our appreciation to OUSD Superintendent Aida Glimme, Board President Katie Shogan, and Board of Trustees President Hillary Weiner, guests, and fellow Rotarians who joined us in recognizing these remarkable educators.
Most importantly, we thank ALL OUSD teachers for the passion, experience, skill, and collaborative spirit they bring to their classrooms and school communities. Your dedication to students and commitment to education help shape the future of Orinda every single day.