All School Awards Program

• Gabriel Aguilar, Instructional Dean
• Nicole Cabase, Instructional Dean
• Julie Galindo, Instructional Dean
• Albert Lim, Athletic Director
• Emily Clark, Advisor - Class of 2020
• Latitia Thomas, Advisor - Class of 2020
• Ginger Auten, Marc Nativiadad, Grade Level Coordinators - Class of 2020
• Stephanie Duenas, Kevin Patterson, Grade Level Coordinators - Class of 2021
• Jenna Brummett, Dave Desmond, Grade Level Coordinators - Class of 2022
• Sonja Burns, Rich Gonzales, Grade Level Coordinators - Class of 2023
• Lauren Osajima-Baird, Intervention Coordinator
• Julie Salas, Coordinator - Pathways Communications Academy
• Margaret Ku, Coordinator - International Baccalaureate Diploma Program
• Alina Gallardo, Coordinator - Brahma Tech Academy
• Steve Acciani, Coordinator - Performing Arts Academy

1. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
2. Brahma Tech Academy, Career Technical Education, Health/PE, Pathways Communication Academy, ROP, & Social Science
3. Math, Science & Special Education
4. English, Languages & Arts
5. Pathways Communications Academy
6. Athletics

I. School Honors & Awards
II. National Merit Scholars
III. Scholarships
IV. California Scholarship Federation

Exemplary selfless teammate who was always working to improve herself so that she can help her teams in any way possible. 3 sport Varsity Letter in Volleyball, Soccer, and Track & Field, 4 year Tri-Sport Athlete, Scholar-Athlete, Chick-fil-A Leader Academy, Coach for Diamond Bar Pony Baseball, and Girls League member.

Ron Hockwalt was the former Superintendent at Walnut Valley Unified School District and was known for his passionate dedication to students and their education. Kalvin shares that passion. While tutoring his peers through the California Scholarship Federation club he helps students by explaining multiple ways to solve problems which gives the students the ability to solve the problems using different approaches. In turn, he says, the benefit is that it has widened his own perspectives on problem solving.

Marc Natividad, Kalvin’s GLC says, “Kalvin is kind, hardworking, perceptive and optimistic. These strengths help him to be a very well rounded individual.”

We commend you for your hard work and dedication and wish you much success at UC Santa Barbara.

WVAA

The Walnut Valley Administrators Association sponsors the Kenny Goodson Memorial “Future Leaders Scholarship” to recognize a student in the graduating class of 2020, nominated by their GLC, as an individual who serves as a model of leadership among their peers.

The Chris Foy Scholarship

This scholarship is dedicated to the memory of a long-time Brahma, an incredibly hard-working and efficient staff member and a loving, wonderful friend who inspired us all with her devotion to DBHS and those in need. Tiffany Chang exemplifies this award. She is an excellent student who has given so much to our community while being a scholar athlete.

The Walnut Educational Foundation - Teen Citizen Scholarship

During her time at DBHS Tiffany volunteered with Heart for Hope, helping children with special needs develop social skills and confidence by forming meaningful friendships. She volunteered with Imagiscience labs with Kiddie Academy to inspire scientific passion in preschoolers. Tiffany has been awarded the Presidential Volunteer Service Award, the Silver Red Cross

Executive Service Award and was a Coca Cola Scholars Program Semifinalist. Her GLC Marc Natividad says: “She is one of the most involved and hardest working students on our campus, and a pleasure to be around.”

Tiffany has a heart for service and hopes to take action by becoming a veterinarian and work with shelter animals and alleviate suffering for companion animals and their owners. She will be attending Purdue University’s as an Animal Sciences major and has been offered early acceptance to the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine.

Ed Chapman, the third president of the Walnut Valley Kiwanis Club, is recognized for his desire to encourage students who were going to vocational schools. The scholarship honors students' marked passion for or improvement in subjects as diverse as computer aided drafting, Photoshop, and sports medicine.

The Scholarship consists of full tuition, books, fees, housing, monthly stipend, and summer cruises. The scholarship is valued in excess of $180,000.

Kellen will be activating his scholarship in the Fall at University of Southern California.

The iFeliz Dia! Scholarship

The iFeliz Dia! Scholarship was created in memory of my personal hero and Dad, Ernesto Aparicio. He had an incredible love for life and taught me to always pursue the path that brought me happiness and calm. This year's recipient wrote a beautiful essay honoring her personal hero, her Mom. Similar to my Dad, Sooyeon's Mom places a high emphasis on the happiness of all her children and helps them strike a balance of challenging themselves without becoming overburdened with stress or sleep deprivation. Congratulations, Sooyeon!

The Class of 1989 Educational Scholarship

The Diamond Bar High School Class of 1989 is pleased to present this educational scholarship to Sooyeon Eun Llovet. It is their hope that this scholarship will assist her in her college pursuits.

Tera always put the school first. She has given the best example of what it means to be a Brahma. She has truly made the school better and always made sure her fellow students had the best experience in all of the activities that they helped organize.

This scholarship is being given in honor of the first President of HOPE. Her activism on behalf of students and parents created a legacy that future members have strived to uphold.

This is the inaugural awarding of this scholarship which was made possible through the hard work and commitment of Student HOPE to create a legacy that will benefit one of their own.This award is the paying forward of their dreams and wishes for a graduating member.

Mena has been a rich asset to our campus. Her thirst for knowledge is only exceeded by her desire for excellence!

Walnut Valley Educational Foundation - Industrial Technology Scholarship

During her time at DBHS Mena was active with robotics, STEM, the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council along with many other campus and community organizations. Assembly member Philip Chen said in his letter of recommendation: “Her kindness and curious intellect have established her as an invaluable asset to this community.”

Mena, we commend you for your hard work and dedication and wish you much success in all your future endeavors.

This scholarship is presented by Ray McMullen and Dedicated to Learning Inc. Nancy McMullen, was an extraordinary elementary school teacher who went to UCLA as an art major and a biological science minor. These scholarships are given annually in her memory and are intended to help young people pursue a career in a field of the visual arts. Francis plans to attend the Laguna College of Art and Design to become a 2D animator.

Kyle’s dream to turn his musical talents into a career and passion began in the 4th grade. He auditioned for the All State and All Southern Honor Bands, consistently earning the Principal position. Steve Acciani, DBHS, Director Performing Arts Academy says Kyle is: “Without a doubt he is one the most dedicated and passionate students I have had the privilege of working with in my thirty-one years of teaching. Kyle personifies the ideals that we are striving to achieve at the high school, high academic standards, artistic development, and leadership in all activities.”

Kyle will pursue a career in classical saxophone performance attending the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, studying with the renowned Dr. Timothy McAllister.

We commend you for your hard work and dedication and wish you much success.

Rohaan is an excellent person with ethics and morals guiding him. He has grown from a shy freshman into a selfless leader and is the current President of DBHS Leo Club. It was through this club that he met Mr. Tanaka, a man in whom he looked up to and credited with guiding Rohaan’s path. Rohaan is a great young man who has overcome obstacles and is driven by his passion to help others.

The Sra. Buccola Scholarship for Excellence in Spanish Language and Culture

This year, the Buccola family created the Señora Buccola Scholarship for Excellence in Spanish Language and Culture to support students pursuing studies in the Spanish language and culture for use in their careers. This scholarship honors Chris Buccola, a Spanish teacher at DBHS for nearly 30 years.

Two outstanding AP Spanish students will receive $1,000 each. Both students demonstrate advanced proficiency and strong passion for using the language.

Matthew Lioe plans to pursue Urban Studies and use his passion for Spanish to connect with people of different cultures.

The Council of African American Parents (CAAP) is a 28-year old non-profit and parents driven organization that works to empower scholars and families about the importance of academic excellence through, preparation, programming and persistence. As the first affinity organization within the Walnut Valley Unified School District and Diamond Bar High School we are proud of our continued partnership and ability to participate by awardIng scholarships to amazing high school seniors annually in the areas of scholastic achievement, community service and leadership.

Forgiving for Living Scholarship
Forgiving For Living is an organization that helps at-risk, marginalized or inner city girls by providing them with mentorship, life skills, and scholarships. Nia, was nominated by CAAP for her outstanding academic endeavors. We are proud to partner with and support the work of CAAP.

The Chris Foy Scholarship

Elizabeth Peng embodies the definition of what Chris Foy brought to the DBHS campus. Elizabeth is a leader in many areas. She is a committed Varsity Tennis athlete, she is an Editor-In-Chief in Journalism for our school newspaper and she commits a lot of her time volunteering for UNICEF. We are proud of Elizabeth and she has earned distinction with this scholarship.

Sydney always put the school first. She has given the best example of what it means to be a Brahma. She has truly made the school better and always made sure her fellow students had the best experience in all of the activities that they helped organize.

During her time at DBHS Karen co-founded a nonprofit organization call Project Kai and through a partnership with a local foster center, Project Kai volunteers tutor and mentor students, lead toy drives, organize games and they befriend foster kids who have come from backgrounds of child abuse, human trafficking, and refugee camps. Her GLC, Ginger Auten, says Karen: “Is amazing both as a student and a human being. Her beautiful heart is always giving to others and, no matter what the circumstances; she works hard to beat the odds.”

Karen we commend you for your hard work and dedication and wish you much success.

The Class of 1989 Educational Scholarship

The Diamond Bar High School Class of 1989 is pleased to present this educational scholarship to Karen Shao. It is their hope that this scholarship will assist her in her college pursuits.

This scholarship was named in honor of Diamond Bar High School's former Principal, Catherine Real. Her vision for the school and the organization was for parents to take an active role in their child's education through the stages of their academic life.The creation of the Hispanic Organization for Parents and Education, HOPE, is the embodiment of that intention.

The Scholarship consists of full tuition, books, fees, housing, monthly stipend, and summer cruises. The scholarship is valued in excess of $180,000.

William will be attending Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in New York this Fall. He plans to major in Mechanical Engineering.

This award is named in honor of a longtime advocate for students and parental participation at Diamond Bar High School. His desire to see students thrive under the care and mentorship of teachers, staff, and parents is emblematic of what Diamond Bar High School and parent groups like HOPE stand for.

The Sra. Buccola Scholarship for Excellence in Spanish Language and Culture

This year, the Buccola family created the Señora Buccola Scholarship for Excellence in Spanish Language and Culture to support students pursuing studies in the Spanish language and culture for use in their careers. This scholarship honors Chris Buccola, a Spanish teacher at DBHS for nearly 30 years.

Two outstanding AP Spanish students will receive $1,000 each. Both students demonstrate advanced proficiency and strong passion for using the language.

Grace Toohey hopes to combine her skills in Math with her Spanish abilities and study engineering in Spain while in college.

Britney continues to seek a better and richer future for herself. Every year she has continued to grow and engage on campus as a valued member of Pep and in the Performing Arts. She has worked hard academically and is excited to begin her next adventures in college.

The Principal's Recognition Scholarship is awarded with the input and guidance of our Senior GLCs, Mrs. Auten, Mr. Natividad, & Mrs. Salas. Principal Reuben Jones is honored to select Lianna Vargas as the recipient of this year's award!

The selection process for Lianna Vargas was unanimous. Lianna has overcome obstacles and has a heart for people and is committed to helping others! This scholarship is awarded to a student that is first and foremost a great person. She has plans of giving back to others in a profound way. She is a joy to everyone she meets. Lianna has endured physical set backs, but used these challenges to become stronger. She is using that strength to pursue a career in nursing. It is with great joy that I announce Lianna Vargas as our 2020 Principal's Recognition Scholarship!

Congratulations Katherine for being awarded the 2020 Walnut Valley Educational Foundation’s Visual and Performing Arts Scholarship.

Katherine has been intimately involved in every aspect of the performing arts since a young child. She believes that every aspect of the theatre program has exceeded her wildest dreams.

Jared Kaitz, DBHS Drama Department Director/Teacher, says of Katherine: “As a student and leader she is teachable, willing to accept new ideas and always goes the extra mile by practicing and being prepared for all tasks expected, and accepting the challenges of live performance. Her experience as an actor, student, leader and member of the Performing Arts Department at DBHS gives her the experience and eagerness to share her talents with others.”

Katherine will attend UC Santa Cruz, where she plans to minor in Theatre Arts and major in Environmental Policy. We wish you much success.

Ron Hockwalt was the former Superintendent at Walnut Valley Unified School District and was known for his passionate dedication to students and their education. Hamlin has shown that he too shares that passion. He spends countless afterschool hours tutoring students at Chaparral Middle School.

Chaparral’s Teen Scene site supervisor Kelby Riley says Hamlin takes the unique language of math and makes it easy to understand. Hamlin uses patience perseverance, and deductive reasoning to help students – not just giving them a “fish” but teaching them to “fish”. He uses different math questions and games to challenge and inspire!

We commend you for your hard work and dedication and wish you well at UC Berkeley.

The Joe Dyer Award is presented to the outstanding graduating Key Club member who exemplifies service, leadership and commitment to the ideals of community service, both within and outside of Key Club.

Like former WVUSD Superintendent, Adrianne shares his vision and passion for education. Adrianne sees her pursuit for learning as another step to connect emotionally with others, especially in everyday interactions. Her classes, the hours she spends studying, her grades will all prepare her to become a better teacher, mentor, and most importantly, person.

Adrianne will attend UCLA studying neuroscience, and hopes to incorporate the lessons and experiences she has had during her time at DBHS into her everyday life. We commend you for your hard work and dedication and wish you much success.

• A heartfelt thank you to Stacy Tenace and Randy Thomas for all of their assistance in assembling this program.
• A special thank you to Adams Photography, Portrait Pros for their photos.
• And to the many individuals and organizations that give their time & resources to provide such bountiful opportunities for our Brahma Family, thank you! Your giving spirit helps us thrive!

• Underclassmen will be notified in the future where and how they may pick up their certificates/plaque awards.
• All Scholarship recipients should plan on sending a brief note expressing their gratitude to the organization or individual responsible for their scholarship.