Sydney James                                                     
2009 ECCLA/USC-CCR Teacher Award Nominee, 7-12th Grade  Teacher, Art, View Park Prep Accelerated Charter High School


"A true renaissance woman, Ms. James is a talented creative arts professional who has worked on many commercials, the  television show "Lincoln Heights," produced many illustrations and fine art paintings, written and directed short films, organized and produced one woman art exhibits, and acted as art director on commercials. That creative innovative spirit, coupled with the ability to inspire students has made her a valuable asset as one of the visual arts instructors at View Park Preparatory Accelerated Charter High School."

Amarpal Khanna, Director of Visual and Media Art ICEF Public Schools