Diann Kitamura

Deputy Superintendent Sonoma County Office of Ed, Executive Director CAAPLE, Superintendent Emeritus Santa Rosa City Schools,

[Diann Kitamura @DrDKitamura]

So excited to come together for our first meeting as we continue to push for greater representation in educational leadership.

[CAAPLE @CAAPLEorg]

CAAPLE’s general meeting is this Wed, 4/26 at 5pm! Come meet other members and learn about our updated mission, vision, & core values and opportunities to lead. RSVP for the zoom link: https://t.co/j9TSaKl36l Bring a friend or colleague…all are welcome! #wearecaaple

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We are honored to recognize Rose Lock as the recipient of the Torch of Legacy Award, celebrating her lifelong, lasting impact on education and her continued commitment, even in retirement, to mentoring and uplifting the next generation of leaders as they forge their own paths.

[Diann Kitamura @DrDKitamura]

Mentoring my Protege was an awesome experience! Paying forward the support I’ve been afforded through mentoring has been rewarding and thought provoking. Our aspiring leaders are face challenging times and mentoring provides just the support they deserve. Join us! @CAAPLEorg

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CAAPLE is accepting applications for Regional Directors. RDs play a vital role in advancing CAAPLE’s mission & vision to ensure equity, meet AANHPI students' needs, & recruit, grow, and connect educators & leaders. Deadline to apply is June 1st. Apply at https://t.co/CJX7q7TNEI.

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CAAPLE is proud to celebrate #AANHPIHeritageMonth this May! The 2025 theme, "A Legacy of Leadership and Resilience," honors the impact of AANHPI leaders past & present—celebrating their strength, vision, & the path they’ve paved for future generations.#CAAPLEproud #OurStories

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Only a few days left for the early bird rate (ends Nov. 30th)! #CAAPLECon25 is set to be the BEST professional learning experience ever! Register at https://t.co/GtfzPqpvDE. #ourstories #ourvision #ourturn

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Join us in welcoming two phenomenal leaders to CAAPLE's leadership! We are excited to have Dr. Anisha Munshi, Supt @GilroyUnified, as a new board member & Dr. Girlie Hale, Pres. of Teacher's College of San Joaquin, as Region 2 director. WELCOME! #CAAPLEproud

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CAAPLE is proud to support this professional learning event for our Region 4 members in the Santa Barbara area! Registration closes October 13, so sign up before seats are filled! #CAAPLEproud

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Join our virtual learning session on Strengths Based Leadership! Excited to have Josué Reyna from @MenifeeUSD share practical tools to harness our unique strengths. Register at https://t.co/ttbNYz5SV3. CAAPLE members are free! #CAAPLEproud

[Diann Kitamura @DrDKitamura]

So excited! Dr. Nalkur’s book, Stumbling Toward Inclusion is a wonderful read to stake out a vision of inclusivity as not just a strategy, but also a mindset rooted in empathy and humanity.

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Registration for the 2025 CAAPLE Conference is now OPEN! Visit https://t.co/GtfzPqq3tc for all the conference details. We hope to see you in February! #CAAPLECon25 #ourstories #ourvision #ourturn #caapleproud

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The call for proposals is now open for the 2025 CAAPLE Conference! This is your chance to share your insights, research, & innovations. Join us in San Jose, Feb 3-5! Submit your proposals at https://t.co/zaupGoTAC1. #CAAPLEproud #OurStoriesOurVisionOurTurn

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Everybody together in community.

A look back to #CAAPLEcon24!

EXCITING NEWS: #CAAPLEcon25 registration opens THIS Tuesday, September 17th. Sign up! We can’t wait to see you there!

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SAVE THE DATE!!! We are excited to announce that the CAAPLE annual Conference is coming to San Jose February 3-5! Stay tuned for more information! #CAAPLECon25 #CAAPLEproud

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As we continue to celebrate #AAPIHeritageMonth, let’s highlight individuals who have demonstrated exceptional ldsp. Check out these amazing US congress members who have broken barriers & paved the way for future generations of AAPI in politics & public service! #CAAPLEproud

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It’s AAPI Heritage Month & we want to share resources for educators. Check out the amazing & rich stories in film highlighting the diverse AAPI cultures and histories! https://t.co/dZS0BjJs0x #CAAPLEproud #AAPIHeritageMonth #alliance #advocacy #advancement

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Explore this comprehensive resource designed to help teachers & students explore the history & contributions of AAPI communities in the US. Teachers’ guides, historical background, cross-curricular integrations, & more! https://t.co/MLokME59iv #AAPIHeritageMonth #CAAPLEproud

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Another resource to celebrate #AAPIHeritageMonth! See how AAPI artists have interpreted pivotal events through the arts & how their contributions have promoted a more inclusive understanding of American art. https://t.co/n2EwGg4IuN #CAAPLEproud #alliance #advocacy #advancement

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We celebrate AAPI Heritage Month, honoring the rich history & remarkable contributions of AAPI individuals. A multi-faceted thread in the fabric of society, we honor the diverse ethnicities, languages, vibrant cultures, & traditions that make us #MoreThanaMonolith! #CAAPLEproud

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OC/IE (aka The Empire) and SD/Imperial Regional Chairs Josue Reyna and @ChristinePaik spotted at @CAAPLEorg sharing communications best practices in their presentations, from branding and social media to strategic planning. Way to represent #schoolpr!

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Congratulations to Assistant Dean Dr. Rebecca Cheung, recipient of this year's Professor of Education award by @CAAPLEorg! @RebeccaCheung5