Meet Our Staff

Ms. Lea has worked at Westminster High School for 11 years. She enjoys helping students reach their goals and find success. 

Fun Fact: Ms. Lea enjoys crafts and DIY. 

Ms. Bernie is an alumnus of Westminster High School. She served as a college tutor before taking on her new role as a Job Developer in Transition Services. She enjoys meeting and helping students whenever she can. 

Fun Fact: Ms. Bernie likes reading books of any genre, but her favorite are mysteries/thrillers. 

In his role as job developer, 

Mr. Jude enjoys supporting 

students toward a successful future.

Fun fact: Mr. Jude likes surfing and hypothetical questions.

Mr. Steven has been at Westminster for 12 years as a student, college tutor, and currently as an instructional aide. He loves helping students prepare for their futures and be successful in the long run! 

Fun Fact: Mr. Steven loves to dance and hang out with his friends!

Sammy holds a B.S. from Westmont College, where he played soccer for four years, and an M.S. from California Baptist University.  After spending almost two decades in the financial field, he found his true calling working with his Special Olympics golf team based out of HB.  From that experience, he found his new work passion in helping the younger generations accomplish their goals and dreams

Fun Fact: Although he holds many trophies in soccer over the years, and a national championship in 4-wall handball, golf is his true love.  Golf and puzzles.  He and his partner completed over one thousand 100+ piece puzzles in 2025.  

Ms. Cox has been working at Westminster High School since 2006. She holds a bachelor's degree from LMU, a master's degree from California State University, Fullerton, and a graduate certificate from the University of Connecticut. As the Transition Coordinator for Westminster High School, she enjoys helping students follow their dreams and identify their own unique strengths.

Fun Fact: Ms. Cox worked at the Disney Store in London and began her teaching career at Warner Middle School in Westminster.