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Walla Walla Public Schools Ambassador Sergio Hernandez Receives SEWASA Community Leadership Award (Photo) - 06/23/26

WALLA WALLA, WA — Walla Walla Public Schools proudly announces Sergio Hernandez, ambassador for the district's Hispanic Community Leaders Focus Group and longtime district educator, has been named the recipient of the 2026 Southeast Washington Association of School Administrators (SEWASA) Community Leadership Award. Hernandez was recognized during the SEWASA Awards Banquet held June 18 at Meadow Springs Golf Course in Richland.

 

Superintendent Dr. Ben Gauyan presented the award, highlighting Hernandez's extraordinary commitment to education, community engagement, and student success throughout a distinguished 56-year career.

Earlier this school year, Walla Walla Public Schools established the Hispanic Community Leaders Focus Group to strengthen communication and collaboration with Hispanic families. As the group's ambassador, Hernandez has played a pivotal role in fostering meaningful dialogue, supporting family engagement efforts, and helping ensure district programs and initiatives reflect the needs and perspectives of the community.

 

"Sergio's lifelong commitment to education and his unwavering dedication to students and families make him exceptionally deserving of this recognition," said Dr. Gauyan. "We are deeply grateful for his leadership, service, and continued partnership."

 

Hernandez's impact on Walla Walla Public Schools spans decades. During the 1990s, he served as Director of Multicultural Services, helping launch Garrison Night School and creating a cultural immersion program that provided more than 120 teachers the opportunity to study in Cuernavaca, Mexico. He later returned to support the district's Equity and Dual Language Department before retiring from that position last school year.

 

Today, Hernandez serves as Executive Director of the Washington Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents, mentors superintendent interns through Washington State University, and conducts superintendent searches for Northwest Leadership Associates.

His community service includes leadership roles with the Blue Mountain Community Foundation Scholarship Committee, Walla Walla Community College Board of Trustees, Walla Walla Partnership for Community Safety, and Walla Walla University Board of Trustees. Hernandez also manages a private scholarship fund that has already helped 14 Walla Walla Valley students pursue higher education.

 

The SEWASA Community Leadership Award recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional dedication to public education and make a lasting impact on students, families, and communities throughout Southeast Washington.

Walla Walla Public Schools congratulates Sergio Hernandez on this well-deserved honor.

 

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Walla Walla Public Schools Ambassador Sergio Hernandez Receives SEWASA Community Leadership Award (Photo) - 06/23/26

WALLA WALLA, WA — Walla Walla Public Schools proudly announces Sergio Hernandez, ambassador for the district's Hispanic Community Leaders Focus Group and longtime district educator, has been named the recipient of the 2026 Southeast Washington Association of School Administrators (SEWASA) Community Leadership Award. Hernandez was recognized during the SEWASA Awards Banquet held June 18 at Meadow Springs Golf Course in Richland.

 

Superintendent Dr. Ben Gauyan presented the award, highlighting Hernandez's extraordinary commitment to education, community engagement, and student success throughout a distinguished 56-year career.

Earlier this school year, Walla Walla Public Schools established the Hispanic Community Leaders Focus Group to strengthen communication and collaboration with Hispanic families. As the group's ambassador, Hernandez has played a pivotal role in fostering meaningful dialogue, supporting family engagement efforts, and helping ensure district programs and initiatives reflect the needs and perspectives of the community.

 

"Sergio's lifelong commitment to education and his unwavering dedication to students and families make him exceptionally deserving of this recognition," said Dr. Gauyan. "We are deeply grateful for his leadership, service, and continued partnership."

 

Hernandez's impact on Walla Walla Public Schools spans decades. During the 1990s, he served as Director of Multicultural Services, helping launch Garrison Night School and creating a cultural immersion program that provided more than 120 teachers the opportunity to study in Cuernavaca, Mexico. He later returned to support the district's Equity and Dual Language Department before retiring from that position last school year.

 

Today, Hernandez serves as Executive Director of the Washington Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents, mentors superintendent interns through Washington State University, and conducts superintendent searches for Northwest Leadership Associates.

His community service includes leadership roles with the Blue Mountain Community Foundation Scholarship Committee, Walla Walla Community College Board of Trustees, Walla Walla Partnership for Community Safety, and Walla Walla University Board of Trustees. Hernandez also manages a private scholarship fund that has already helped 14 Walla Walla Valley students pursue higher education.

 

The SEWASA Community Leadership Award recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional dedication to public education and make a lasting impact on students, families, and communities throughout Southeast Washington.

Walla Walla Public Schools congratulates Sergio Hernandez on this well-deserved honor.

 

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Attached Media Files: SergioHernandezSEWASA2026.jpg,