Mary Putnam Henck (MPH) Intermediate School has been honored with the Bronze Level ribbon of inclusion from the East Valley SELPA, a prestigious recognition awarded to schools demonstrating excellence in valuing and supporting students with disabilities.
The East Valley Special Education Learning Plan Area (SELPA) supports special education programs for Colton Joint Unified, Redlands Unified, Rialto Unified, Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified and Rim of the World Unified.
The award was presented during the East Valley SELPA board of directors meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 24, at the Dorothy Inghram Learning Center in San Bernardino.
In attendance representing the Rim of the World Unified School District were Trustee Jordana Ridland, president of the board; Trustee Dr. Bill Mellinger; Trustee Jordan Zarate; Superintendent Dr. Paul Sevillano; Director of Educational Services Jennifer Whiteside; Director of Special Services Paul Robinson; MPH Education Specialists Sheila Palmer and Rebekah Sims; MPH Math and Science Teacher Sherry Houston-Brown; and Principal Terry Gomes.
The Bronze Level recognition highlights MPH’s foundational commitment to inclusive education and reflects the school’s intentional efforts to create a culture where students with disabilities are actively supported.
According to SELPA, the award acknowledges the establishment of essential building blocks such as leadership team participation in professional development, data-driven action planning and the development of collective commitments tied to inclusive goals.
“This recognition is a testament to MPH’s dedication to creating an inclusive environment where all students, including those with disabilities, are valued and supported,” said East Valley SELPA Chief Administrative Officer Patty Metheny. “It is an honor to showcase their efforts before the board of directors, which is made up of superintendents from SELPA member districts.”
With strong support from district leadership and the commitment of MPH administrators Laura Roque and Terry Gomes working alongside teachers and staff, the school has ensured that inclusive practices are embedded in its culture and central to its mission of student success.
The ribbon of inclusion stands as a visible reminder of MPH’s ongoing dedication to equity, access and academic excellence for every learner.
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