Meet the Board of Education

Rob Hammond, Board President

Rob Hammond was first elected to the Monrovia Unified School District Board of Education in November 2011. Before being elected to the School Board, Rob served the community as Mayor and City Councilmember, supporting the collaborative efforts of the City of Monrovia and Monrovia Unified School District. He was a founding member of Monrovia Reads, started the Y.E.S. (Youth Employment Services) Program to provide paid summer internships for Monrovia youth, and spearheaded the creation of string music classes. Rob believes that strong schools are the backbone of the community and should offer learning opportunities that meet the growing demands of a changing world.

Rob was born and raised in the San Gabriel Valley. He moved to Monrovia in 1986 and has been a local business owner for 25 years. Rob is married with two children who attended Monrovia schools.

Contact Rob by email at [email protected].

Trustee Area 4

Term 2024 - 2028

Maritza Travanti, Board Vice President

Maritza Travanti is married to Neil Travanti, and together, they have two daughters, one of whom is a student at Monrovia High School.

Maritza’s past experience as a School Site Council Chair at Bradoaks Elementary, School Site Council Vice-Chair at Clifton Middle School, PTSA Auditor at Clifton Middle School, and many volunteer school hours along with years of government and policy experience inspired her to continue to make a difference with Monrovia Unified Education and continue her advocacy for quality public education for all students.

In her professional life, Maritza holds the position of Chief, Operation and Program Support for the Internal Revenue Service, where she has served for over 30 years.

Specialized experience:

Board of Education Liaison to the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) in English and Spanish. 2019/2020
Board of Education Liaison to the Monrovia Chamber of Commerce 2019/2020
Spearheaded Inaugural and Annual “State of the Schools” address
Spearheaded Anti-Vaping Campaign for the youth of Monrovia (ongoing initiative)
California School Board Association Conference 2019 – Speaker panel on our Wellness Centers, Community and Organization partnerships
Masters in Governance Seminar – 2019, 2020, & 2021
Member – California Latino School Board Association
Member - Monrovia Rotary Club
Member - Monrovia Reads

Maritza was first elected into office in November 2018 and is bilingual (English/Spanish).

Contact Maritza by email at [email protected].

Trustee Area 5

Term 2022 - 2026

Selene Lockerbie, Board Clerk

Selene Lockerbie is a Southern California native. Selene and her family are proud, long-time residents of Monrovia, and her children have been enrolled in Monrovia Unified Schools since pre-school.

Selene is a Girl Scout leader and Service Unit volunteer, has served on School Site Council, PTA Board, and has been a volunteer at several different schools in the District. She is a graduate of two Masters in Governance courses – Foundations of Effective Governance and Student Learning & Achievement, and is currently the Liaison to the Monrovia Chamber of Commerce.

Selene was elected to the School Board in November of 2018 and continues to work passionately with students, parents, teachers, community members, and her fellow Board members to make Monrovia Schools exemplary.

Contact Selene by email at [email protected].

Trustee Area 3

Term 2022 - 2026

Daniel Gomez Tagle, Board Member

Daniel Gomez Tagle and his family have proudly called Monrovia home for nearly a decade. He is a devoted father of two sons. One is currently enrolled in the Monrovia Unified School District and the other is a freshman at Santa Clara University, pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering.

With extensive experience in both private and public schools across Southern California, Daniel has developed a nuanced understanding of the challenges faced by students from diverse backgrounds. As a coach for local leagues such as M.Y.B.L. and S.A.L.L., he has fostered meaningful connections within the community and is deeply committed to empowering Monrovia’s youth and supporting their families.

Daniel holds dual Bachelor's degrees in Business Administration and Computer Information Systems from California State University, Los Angeles. He is passionate about integrating technology into education to better prepare students for the rapidly evolving job market and ensure they are equipped with the skills necessary for future success.

Contact Daniel by email at [email protected].

Trustee Area 1

Term 2024 - 2028

Michael Ocon, Board Member

Michael Ocon is a passionate advocate for educational equity and a proud member of the
Monrovia community.

A first-generation college graduate, Michael earned his B.A. in English Literature from Stanford University and a Master of Public Administration from the University of Southern California. While at Stanford, Michael served as Advisor to the Provost, collaborating with university leaders to address key student concerns, and held leadership roles such as Co-Chair of MEChA de Stanford and Outreach Coordinator at El Centro Chicano y Latino. At USC, he was a fellow in the City/County Management Fellowship, served on the Norman Topping Student Aid Fund board, and was a Graduate Student Government senator.

Michael’s professional experience spans education, policy, and community advocacy. He has worked on local, state, and federal campaigns, and has served as a communications and political consultant, where he focused on advancing education reform and empowering youth. Michael believes that education should be accessible to everyone, regardless of academic achievement, citizenship status, income level, or identity. He is driven by the conviction that there are no limits to what students can accomplish when given equitable opportunities and support.

Locally, Michael serves as Board Secretary for College Access Plan and manages community projects at Collaborate PASadena, where he advances policies and resources to uplift children and their families. He is committed to ensuring Monrovia Unified students have the tools to thrive in school and beyond.

Contact Michael by email at [email protected]

Trustee Area 2

Term 2024 - 2028