The Office
Ian Penton
Principal
I am a K-12 product of LMUSD schools. I started my career as a teacher and coach at Arroyo Grande High School 22 years ago. Twelve years ago, I was given the opportunity to be the principal at Judkins and I found my home. This is a great place with an amazing staff that knows how to "put kids first."
“Failure is the key to success; each mistake teaches us something.”
Jeannie Cross
Assistant Principal
As an elementary school teacher at Grover Beach and Fairgrove Elementary schools for a total of thirteen years, I try to keep my finger on the pulse of our students’ child-like natures, all while supporting them to grow toward independence. Middle Schoolers are my people; I learn something from them every day. They make me laugh, they make me think, they make me a better person.
“At the end of the day, we can endure much more than we think we can.” – Frida Kahlo, 20th-century Mexican painter
Jami Wozniak
School Counselor
WOW! I can't believe this is my 13th year in the district. I love what I do and look forward to coming into school each and every day. I've worked at several schools in the district and for the past 10 years I've been a Panther. I love it here...not only do we have this awesome view, we have an amazing staff and wonderful kiddos. The energy on this campus is special. I work with all of the students for academic, social and emotional needs.
"Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it" Lou Holtz
Christi Buenrostro
School Secretary
"Be who you are and say what you feel Because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind."
-Dr. Seuss"
Maria Mendoza
Attendance Secretary
"Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better."
- Maya Angelou
Jessica Butelo
School Psychologist
My name is Dr. Jessica Butelo and I am the School Psychologist at Judkins Middle School. I grew up in the Bay Area and attended undergrad at Whitworth University in Spokane, Wasgington. Here, I received a BA in Fine Arts and a second BA in Psychology. After graduating, I was accepted to an Americorps program called Teach For America, where I was placed teaching 7th grade math in Miami, Florida. The purpose of the program is to expand opportunity for low-income students, and provide all students with an equitable education. After my two-year term, I attended University of the Pacific in Stockton, California. Here, I received my Ph.D. in Educational Psychology. Following graduation, I moved to San Luis Obispo and began my career as a School Psychologist and University Professor. I have worked at various schools within Lucia Mar Unified School District and am extremely excited to work at Judkins Middle School this year! I have a passion for working with adolescents, and ensuring that they are supported both academically and social-emotionally.
Tori White
School Librarian
“Google can bring you back 100,000 answers. A librarian can bring you back the right one.”
― Neil Gaiman
