A proud alumna of Monte Vista Elementary School and Serrano Middle School. Mrs. Rosas is currently employed by Chaffey College and serves as the Director of Marketing and Public Relations. Most recently she started the “I am Chaffey” campaign. Over the course of her career, Mrs. Rosas has chosen to take on projects that reflect her life’s values and her advocacy for education and equal rights for all populations. Mrs. Rosas has also lead strategic communication teams and served as presidential advisor at the University of La Verne and the United Farm Workers. Mrs. Rosas is an accomplished writer and wrote a book through the United Farm Workers, along with a forthcoming book on gang-life redemption. As a product of Ontario, she has lived, worked, and raised her family in OMSD and is excited to be able to serve her community full circle. She stated that she wants to be able to inspire OMSD students through speaking engagements and mentorship. Mrs. Rosas has volunteered for the OMSD Promise Scholars Program for the past two years. She would love to demonstrate to students that everything is possible. When asked what kind of advice she would give educators, she said that their work is the most important responsibility on the planet. She would look educators in the eye and say “thank you.” She also encourages students to work hard and stay committed because anything is possible. She believes that students can change the world. When asked how she defines excellence, Mrs. Rosas said, excellence is the ability to be consistent in the face of obstacles. Excellence also means to be proud. Be proud of today, yesterday, and what you have accomplished. For these reasons, the Ontario-Montclair School District proudly recognizes Mrs. Alisha Rosas as a 2017 Model of Excellence. Her commitment to excellence is evident through her relentless service, dedication, and belief in OMSD students, educators, parents, and community.