Rancho Milpitas Middle School

Milpitas Unified School District

Brenna Dimas “gets” middle school students, and her heart is filled with passion for all she does. Her students engage in collaborative, interactive activities. Her instructional design meets students’ developmental and academic needs. As a teacher leader, Brenna and her team create a sense of belonging for students through team rallies, homework help, social emotional learning activities, catch up days, and more. Brenna shines in our community.

Finalists: Crissy Campbell, Dartmouth Middle School; Brad Edwards, Moreland Middle School; Lidia Garcia, Downtown College Prep Alum Rock Middle School; Deanne McLendon, Union Middle School; Janet (Yonit) Parenti, Latimer School; Joseph Sinn, Easterbrook Discovery School; Glenda Vargas, Crittenden Middle School