Last updated on May 14th, 2026
Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4–8, 2026) is a designated annual celebration during the first full week of May to honor educators for their impact on students and communities.
At Hug High School, our journalism students have enjoyed writing about their favorite teachers. Sun Valley Insider is proud to feature their work for all to enjoy.
Featured Educators
Esther Valdez (by author Camila Torres Felipe)
Ms. Rebekah Rowe (by author Tyzhiree Neely)
Mr. Joel Campmany (by author Charbel Ruiz Perez)
Mr. Justin Brown (by author Zoe Shelton)
Melisa Jacinto & Alex Gasetoto (by author A’merie Ramirez)
Ms. Bonnie Preston (by author Donna Vazquez-Martinez)
Ms. Nicole Fierro (by author Monica Reyes Canizales)
Mr. Brent Hatakeyama (by author Johanna Ruiz Lopez)
Coach Arthur Pacheco (by author Jalicia Thomas)
Coach Nico Moreno (by author Elizabeth Cruz Cruz)
CSM Melchor Hennagan (by author Daisy Macias-Torres)
Mrs. Renee Martin (by author Aislyn Nye)
Mrs. Ann Warren (by author Aaliyah De La Cruz)
Additional articles will be published throughout the end of the week.
Editor’s Note: The “Teacher Appreciation” series on Sun Valley Insider is provided as a free, public service to highlight the work of student writers in our area. The main article image is AI-generated. If you have information on events of interest to Sun Valley, Nevada residents, please contact us.
