Meet East avenue's
Coordination Of Services Team

Community Schools Specialist
Andrea Avina
Email: am528@husd.k12.ca.us

I studied Sociology w/ a focus in Social Services at CSUEastBay. I have dedicated my career to Strengthening Family and Community relationships and supporting the work of Equity and Inclusion. When I am not working, I am fully dedicated to my family and enjoy exploring local parks, having picnics and captuing memories with my Nikon Camera.

Principal
Deirdre Taylor

I started my career in education as an elementary school teacher. I have also had the opportunity to teach 6th grade at the middle school level. My goal in education was to become a school counselor. After completing a school counseling program, I worked as a high school first, then middle school counselor for sixteen years. In 2021 I started my new journey in educational leadership as an Assistant Principal.

Assistant Principal
Catherine Diaz-Centeno

Attendance Clerk
Stephanie Martinez

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MTSS COSA
Jagdeep Nesbit

Resource Specialist Teacher
Rebecca Hanif

Hi, My name is Rebecca Hanif. I am one of the RSP teachers here at East Ave. I have been teaching here at East Ave for 23 years and teaching special education, in general, for 35 years. Although some of my students may learn differently, I strongly believe every student has strengths and I try to teach to those strengths and use them to help each student reach their highest potential.

Family Engagement Outreach and Equity Specialist (FES)
Danae Griffin

I studied Feminist Studies and LGBTQ Studies at UC Santa Barbara. I am #MadeInHayward attending all Hayward schools: Ruus, John Muir, Palma Ceia, Winton, and Hayward High. My work centers equity, community and parent advocacy, and leading with empathy. When I am not working, you can find me reading a book, bullet journaling, and checking out new local coffee shops.