by Anne Donofrio-Holter
7/21/11
Arroyo High School assistant principal Angelita Gonzales-Hernandez has been named a recipient of the most prestigious PTA award in California, the Golden Oak. Given to an individual or organization that has made significant contributions to the welfare of children and youth in the school or community, Gonzales-Hernandez said upon receiving her award, "This award makes me realize that people are aware of what one does and appreciate the service and hard work one does for students, staff and the community. I was truly humbled and delighted in being recognized for such an outstanding award."
Hired in 1986 as an English and English Second Language teacher, during her tenure with the El Monte Union High School District, Gonzales-Hernandez has held the positions of Compensatory Education Coordinator, Migrant Education Coordinator, Assistant Principal for Activities, Assistant Principal for Student Services and Assistant Principal for Instruction.
Gonzales-Hernandez states her philosophy as an educator "has always been to facilitate the educational process in order to achieve success for all students." She believes "through an education, students can achieve a better life".
"I encourage and try to motivate students to get involved in school so that they can become successes and not statistics," she added.