11/09/2021 | News release | Distributed by Public on 11/09/2021 16:15
Veterans Day, observed annually on November 11, is a time for us to pay our respects to those who have served. The Los Angeles County Office of Education celebrates school leaders throughout Los Angeles County that have served our country in the armed or reserve forces.
What is your name?
R. Michael Dutton
Department/Division Name
Board Member, Los Angeles County Office of Education
Branch of Service
Army
At what age did you enlist?
19
What is a life lesson that your military service gave you?
"Keep all activity in front of you. Keep all exits in mind."
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What is your name?
Felix Ortiz
Department/Division Name
Interim Director for Network Engineering & Telecommunications, Los Angeles County Office of Education
Branch of Service
Marine Corps
At what age did you enlist?
19
What is a life lesson that your military service gave you?
Attention to Detail, Attitude, Integrity, and Dependability
Is there a memorable story that you'd like to share?
My time in South Korea, since my father fought in the Korean War.
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What is your name?
Superintendent of Schools Stephen Nellman, Ed.D.
School District
Centinela Valley Union High School District
Branch of Service
Army
At what age did you enlist?
19
What is a life lesson that your military service gave you?
The Army taught me to be resilient, which has been invaluable to me in all endeavors.
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What is your name?
Superintendent of Schools Alejandro Alvarez, Ed. D.
School District
Bassett Unified School District
Branch of Service
Marine Corps
At what age did you enlist?
19
What is a life lesson that your military service gave you?
The life lessons I learned were the importance of chain of command, accountability, honor, and integrity.