Eagle Pride in Action. 🦅
This week we celebrate two incredible educators who represent the heart of Pasadena High School.
Teacher of the Year – Mrs. Whiteside
Mrs. Whiteside is more than a teacher she’s a life changer. For over 30 years, she has been an advocate for our Omega students, creating opportunities that go far beyond the classroom.
From securing $10,000 Chevron grants to build and sustain both a campus garden and a community garden, to leading students in growing, harvesting, and cooking their own food every week she’s teaching real life skills that stick.
She created Locker 225, something special:
✔️ A student-run clothing store
✔️ A food pantry
✔️ A resource center for our community
Students don’t just receive support they learn to run it. They stock, organize, merchandise, and serve others… all while gaining skills that prepare them for life.
Everything in that space from clothes to shoes to food is free, because of her heart, her hustle, and her commitment to kids.
This is why she is Teacher of the Year.
And as she retires this year, her legacy is already written all over this campus.
New Teacher of the Year – Ms. Moon
Mrs. Moon is the future and she’s already making an impact.
She brings energy, creativity, and a genuine care for students that shows up every single day.
From hands-on learning experiences like taking students outside the classroom, to creating an environment where students are fully engaged without ever needing to raise her voice—her classroom just works.
Every time you walk in, students are:
✔️ Engaged
✔️ Thinking
✔️ Learning in ways that go beyond the standard
She has all the signs of becoming a master teacher, and we’re watching it happen in real time.
Two different journeys.
One shared purpose.
Changing lives. Building futures. Leading with heart.
Pasadena High School is better because of both of you.
Eagle Pride Never Dies. 🦅
Summary
Mrs. Whiteside was named Teacher of the Year for her transformative role over 30 years as an advocate for Omega students. She secured substantial grants to establish and maintain both a campus and community garden, fostering real-world skills in her students through hands-on food preparation. Additionally, she founded Locker 225, a student-run clothing store and food pantry that serves as a resource center, teaching students valuable life skills while providing essential support, all free of charge. Ms. Moon, recognized as New Teacher of the Year, embodies the future of education with her dynamic teaching style. She engages students through hands-on experiences and fosters an interactive classroom environment that promotes thoughtful learning without the need for discipline. Together, these educators represent the core values of Pasadena High School—changing lives and building futures with dedication and heart. Their legacies and commitment to student success will resonate through the community long after their tenure. Facebook