Washington Unified School District (WUSD) is proud to celebrate the exceptional employees selected as 2026-27 Yolo County Classified School Employees of the Year. Photo courtesy of Washington Unified School District

WEST SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) – Washington Unified School District (WUSD) is proud to celebrate the exceptional employees selected as 2026-27 Yolo County Classified School Employees of the Year.

Yolo County’s Excellence in Education Awards program selected these WUSD honorees, recognizing school employees whose work has a lasting impact on students, families, colleagues and their school communities.

Their selection reflects outstanding performance, leadership, service, school and community involvement, and a commitment to going above and beyond for students.

Join us in congratulating the following honorees representing WUSD as the 2026-27 Yolo County Classified School Employees of the Year:

Custodial and Maintenance Services: Joseph Looby, Custodian, Southport TK-8, Washington Unified School District

Health and Student Services: Salvador Vega, Jr., Youth Outreach Specialist, Washington Unified School District

Paraprofessional Services: Reshmi Ratna, Paraeducator III, Bridgeway Island K-8 School, Washington Unified School District

Security Services: Patricia Arauza, Campus Aide, Westfield Village K-8 School, Washington Unified School District

Technical Services: Michael Bingham, Technology Technician II, Washington Unified School District

Transportation Services: John Olvera, Special Education Bus Attendant, Washington Unified School District

Each honoree represents the many ways WUSD employees contribute to safe, welcoming and engaging learning environments and ensure that every student is supported and prepared to succeed. We couldn’t be prouder of these individuals for their commitment to our schools. Congratulations!