Campbell Union School District is proud to honor Efrain Hernandez as its Teacher of the Year at the annual at the Santa Clara County Teacher Recognition Celebration October 3rd. He is among the dozens of teachers being celebrated at the event for his professionalism, integrity, and ability to bring out the best in students.

A teacher with 16 years of experience, Hernandez teaches 6th grade at Sherman Oaks School, the district’s dual immersion English-Spanish school with classes from preschool through sixth grade. Under Mr. Hernandez’ guidance, students show consistent growth as measured by district assessments and state exams, in English and in Spanish.

“Efrain has the ability to inspire students to do their best,” says Principal Marco Chavez. “He is a person of integrity who has the respect of colleagues, families and students.”

Hernandez is trained and experienced in writing curriculum for dual immersion instruction, and serves on the school’s instructional leadership team (ILT). He shares his expertise and collaborates with colleagues in collecting and analyzing data to improve instruction, and in cultivating a safe and caring school climate through the Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports system.

“Efrain has high standards for himself and for his students,” says Dr. Shelly Viramontez, superintendent of the 7000-student elementary school district. “He represents the many excellent teachers in our schools who empower our students to meet those high standards and gain the skills and knowledge they need for success in school and in life.”

Campbell Union School District (CUSD) is a PreK-8 school district that includes parts of 6 cities in Santa Clara County. Our teachers educate more than 7,000 students in 8 elementary schools, 1 TK-8 school, 2 middle schools, a Home School program and district-operated preschools

The Santa Clara County Teacher Recognition Celebration is the oldest and largest celebration of teachers in California and the most prestigious local award given to classroom teachers. tradition enduring for 50 years, the celebration honors the county's finest teachers, each selected by their respective school districts.