Yara was nominated by two of her peers for her outstanding professionalism and per-sonalized support so they can focus on supporting staff in the classroom and beyond.

 

While Yara often tells people her job is simply to help, the level of support, care, and dedication she brings to training others goes well beyond expectations. It's clear she’s not just fulfilling a role, she genuinely wants to help others succeed and do what’s best for the organization. Yara is kind, thoughtful, and committed as she has been in-credibly inspiring. Her support hasn’t just helped her peers professionally; it has been a real reminder of the power of kindness and compassion in the workplace.

 

Yara’s dedication has had a ripple effect beyond just her peer’s personal develop-ment. Her patience, thoughtful approach has helped create a more supportive and empowering environment for staff, one where questions are welcomed, growth is en-couraged, and people feel seen and valued.

 

For students, the impact is indirect but meaningful. By equipping staff with the tools, confidence, and knowledge to do their jobs more effectively, Yara helps ensure that students receive a higher standard of support and service. Her influence strengthens the overall educational experience and contributes to a more compassionate, well-functioning organization and support to the broader community.

 

Her approach fosters a culture of excellence grounded in empathy, something that benefits everyone in our educational ecosystem. Yara is always friendly, approacha-ble, and willing to help. She consistently goes the extra mile to ensure tasks are com-pleted efficiently and effectively. Her deep knowledge of YCOE’s processes and pro-grams makes her an incredible resource and a true asset to the organization.

 

A peer shared, “my experience at YCOE has been greatly improved thanks to her support and guidance. Above all, Yara’s dedication to students shines through in everything she does—she always puts their needs and success first. By always putting students first and uplifting those around her, Yara helps create a stronger, more con-nected, and student-focused community.”

 

Please join us in recognizing Yara Cortes at our next Yolo County Board of Education meeting:

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 @ 3:30 pm

1280 Santa Anita Ct., Ste #120, Conference Rooms

Woodland, CA 95776