Lawrence Perales: Teacher and Justice Champion | California News

A lifelong champion of equity and justice, Lawrence Perales, who passed away in 2026, turned his migrant family roots into a decades-long mission to transform education. After serving in the Army and earning his teaching credentials, he spent over 35 years shaping young minds at Alice Shaw School in Orcutt. Beyond the classroom, he led vital efforts for diversity in schools, championed UFW curriculum, and served as president of the Orcutt Educators Association. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he instilled values of fairness and hard work in his family while enjoying golf, barbecues, and gardening. Remembered by his wife, daughters, grandchildren, and extended family, Perales’ legacy lives on through the students he taught and the communities he uplifted. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4e1349b452451205