Hart District Teachers of the Year Honored by Governing Board

Eighteen William S. Hart Union High School District 2025/26 Teachers of the Year were recognized by the Governing Board Wednesday.
The district extends its sincere congratulations to the following honorees:
Jason Wilhelm, Academy of the Canyons
Marisa Mares, Arroyo Seco Junior High School
Mariah Aguinaldo-Rios, Bowman High School
Victoria Robinson, Canyon High School
Eugene Kim, Castaic High School
Katherine Sutton, Golden Oak Adult School
Nicholas Patey, Golden Valley High School
Jamie Clack, Hart High School
Alison Bertola, La Mesa Junior High School
Kyle Shannon, Learning Post Academy
Jessica Velazquez, Placerita Junior High School
Diane Dunlap, Rancho Pico Junior High School
Angela Welch, Rio Norte Junior High School
Miranda Ponce, Saugus High School
Kristine Wardle, Sequoia
Nicole Marsh, Sierra Vista Junior High School
Joshua Benham, Valencia High School
Beth Holen, West Ranch High School
The 2025/26 District Teacher of the Year is Nicholas Patey, a math teacher at Golden Valley High School.
“We are delighted to celebrate our Teachers of the Year. This is an opportunity to recognize the profound impact our educators have on students every single day,” said Hart District Superintendent Michael Vierra. “These individuals exemplify the dedication, innovation, and drive for excellence that define our district. We are incredibly proud of their commitment to creating an environment where every student is challenged, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.”