Cherona Demesma-Walzer

Cherona Demesma-Walzer is an experienced educator and community leader currently serving as an Assistant Principal and Transition Resource Teacher at the Los Angeles Unified School District since July 2000. In these roles, Cherona prepares students for post-high school living, helping them develop job skills and access resources for college and training. Additionally, Cherona has been a Board Member and Work Experience Advisor at the Drew League Foundation since January 2008, focusing on programs that engage community youth in positive activities. Cherona is an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., having held various leadership positions including President of the Compton Alumnae Chapter and Financial Secretary of the Los Angeles South Bay Alumnae Chapter. Cherona holds a Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Sciences and a Master of Arts in Special Education and Teaching from California State University-Dominguez Hills.