PVSEA Dean of Students

Parents and Student,

It is with great enthusiasm and my absolute pleasure to be starting my first year as the Dean of Students for the 2017-2018 school year at Pleasant Valley School of Engineering and Arts. I look forward to serving the community, students, and staff through a collaborative partnership that aims at achieving academic excellence for all students.

I have been an educator for 17 years, possessing my Bachelors degree in Psychology with a minor in Education from the University of Southern California and a Masters of Science in Applied Educational Administration from National University. I was a classroom teacher for twelve years, a Teacher on Special Assignment, and an administrator for four years. I have taught elementary, middle, and high school students.

I am passionate about promoting an environment that maximizes student learning, addresses students social emotional well-being, and encourages innovative thinking. In my last position I worked with at-promise youth in an alternative education setting where I gained great experience in curriculum and Instruction, positive behavior systems, and meeting the needs of English Language Learners and special education students.

I am the proud mother of three wonderful children: Daniel (21) a student at UC Davis, Tatiana (18) a senior in high school, and Isaiah (12) a 7th grader in middle school. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, and reading a good book.

Please do not hesitate to contact me at 805-482-1954 or by email at mmagana@pvsd.k12.ca.us.

With warm regard,

Maria Magaña