PUSD Welcomes Alma Francia B. Ellis as New Director of Special Education

PUSD welcomes Alma Francia B. Ellis as the new Director of Special Education. She brings extensive knowledge and over 25 years of experience in special education. Ms. Ellis completed most of her education at the University of the Philippines and emigrated from the Philippines in 2000.

Ms. Ellis’ educational background in Sociology with a Master’s Degree in Human and Family Development Studies. Special Education is the foundation of her work serving individuals with disabilities and their families, and she brings an unwavering commitment to social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion to her work. Ms. Ellis has worked as an Education Specialist for students with mild to moderate disabilities to students with extensive support needs, including students with trauma and terminal medical conditions; her other positions include Teacher On Special Assignment; Program Specialist for Special Education; SELPA Program Specialist; Coordinator for Special Education, Director of Special Education, and Director of Integrated Student Support Services.

Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD), 351 S. Hudson Avenue, Pasadena, (626) 396-3600 or visit www.pusd.us.