Position: Global Academy Counselor
School: James A. Garfield High School
School District: Los Angeles Unified School District
City, State: Los Angeles, CA
Elsa Naranjo was nominated by Guillermo Gonzalez, the parent of a student.
"I am nominating Ms. Naranjo because she goes beyond what her job description is to help her students," said Gonzalez. "She is fully committed to her students and to their success. Last year, over 96% of the students on her caseload graduated from high school. She motivates her students to do well in school and to develop plans to reach their goals. She is an important asset to Garfield High School and to the community of East Los Angeles. Ms. Naranjo has a great rapport with her students and knows how to work well with the staff and parents."